john elder on fri 4 jul 03
Hi all,
I am testing out some new stoneware bodies that I can fire in wood and salt.
Many call for A.P. green fireclay. Is there any substitute fireclay out
there that has some tooth.
Also, any suggestions for additions that would prompt flashing.
thanks,
John Elder
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David Beumee on sun 6 jul 03
Your best bet is Hawthorn Bond fireclay, 35 mesh if you want more tooth,
50 mesh if you want a smoother feel. The clay has low shrinkage, good
plasticity for a fireclay, no warping or cracking problems and a beautiful
orange fired color, though not as beautiful as A.P. Green.
David Beumee
Earth Alchemy Pottery
Lafayette, CO
7/4/03 3:22:18 PM, john elder wrote:
>Hi all,
>I am testing out some new stoneware bodies that I can fire in wood and salt.
>Many call for A.P. green fireclay. Is there any substitute fireclay out
>there that has some tooth.
>Also, any suggestions for additions that would prompt flashing.
>thanks,
>John Elder
>
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Michael Wendt on sun 6 jul 03
Helmer works well for wood and salt and comes in various grinds to suit the
user. Many suppliers stock the 20 mesh grind while others now have the newer
30 mesh grind which is smoother. For porcelains, get airfloat.
Regards,
Michael Wendt
Wendt Pottery
2729 Clearwater Avenue
Lewiston, Idaho 83501
1-208-746-3724
wendtpottery.com
Primary source of Helmer
John wrote:
Hi all,
I am testing out some new stoneware bodies that I can fire in wood and salt.
Many call for A.P. green fireclay. Is there any substitute fireclay out
there that has some tooth.
Also, any suggestions for additions that would prompt flashing.
thanks,
John Elder
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