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kiln repair needed????? (steal base?)

updated fri 18 oct 02

 

Carl Finch on thu 17 oct 02


At 08:34 AM 10/17/02 -0700, Arnold Howard wrote:
>--- Snail Scott wrote:
> > At 09:50 AM 10/15/02 -0700, you wrote:
> > >It might help to install a piece of galvanized sheet metal under
> > >the brick bottom. I think every kiln should have that as extra
> > >support.
> > >
> > >Arnold Howard
> > >Paragon
> >
> >
> > I used an old stop sign for a while (and another
> > as a rain-cover for the top). I stopped using it
> > because I wan't sure if the heat might cause the
> > metal to expand and warp or buckle rather than
> > remaining flat. Figured that might just make the
> > problem worse. I don't know for sure if this
> > actually occurred...any reassurance?
> >
> > -Snail
>
>I have never tried using a stop sign as a steel base for a kiln.
>But I doubt if you would have a problem using one.


I've always preferred to use "Danger, Bridge Out" signs myself.

Jeez, you guys--you're givin' me the willies!

--Carl