Gwyn Ace on sun 9 sep 01
Kurt..As I understand it..most pottery can be used in a microwave. =
Glazes with a high metallic content are likely to be less 'transparent' =
to microwave emissions and are therefore likely to heat more.
I normally make pots for microwaves with a low metal content ..clear or =
pale..and avoid temmoku etc.
I would NEVER use a pot with a metal overload..gunmetal or copper =
'bloom'... lustre gold..silver or similar decoration in my microwave.
A simple test is.. place the empty pot in the microwave with a glass of =
water and heat on full for about 2 minutes.=20
The water should become very hot but the pot should only be a bit warm. =
This will test that it is suitable for microwave use. Some maker advise =
against the use of porous pottery.
Much of the heat of the contents will be transmitted through the =
pot...this is normal..and will occur with Pyrex casseroles or jugs..but =
the contents will have heated first.
I have used my pottery in my microwave for years ...
Good Potting (and eating) GWYN in N.Z.
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