Gary Ferguson on fri 13 feb 04
Hi Simona
I would suggest one or two test pieces to start, depending on the type of
kiln you have. If you have a kiln with a door that you can operate while
holding the piece, they you can probably fire more at one time.
What you might try is "pretend" firing a load. Place several pieces in the
kiln (unglazed), close the kiln, pretend you have reached temperature, then
go through the motions of removing the pieces, using tongs, gloves, etc. as
if they were hot, to get a good feeling for what will happen at the end of a
"real" firing.
I typically fire 3 to 5 pieces, but I have someone available to "lift the
lid" off the kiln as I remove each pieces, so the remaining pieces don't
cool too quickly.
Gary Ferguson
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Simona Drentea"
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Sent: Friday, February 13, 2004 6:09 PM
Subject: Raku - pulling from kiln
> Hi,
>
> I was wondering what people consider a reasonable number of pieces to pull
> from the kiln & get into reduction containers if you are working alone? I
> realize it varies by the size of the pieces & the person's ability, I'm
just trying
> to get an idea of where I should start.
>
> Thanks!
> Simona in Colorado
>
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Simona Drentea on fri 13 feb 04
Hi,
I was wondering what people consider a reasonable number of pieces to pull
from the kiln & get into reduction containers if you are working alone? I
realize it varies by the size of the pieces & the person's ability, I'm just trying
to get an idea of where I should start.
Thanks!
Simona in Colorado
sdr on sat 14 feb 04
> I was wondering what people consider a reasonable number of pieces to pull
> from the kiln & get into reduction containers if you are working alone?
......
The biggest variable here is the glaze you are using. If
it is a white crackle, then there is no rush to get it out.
If it is a copper based glaze that needs quick action to
get the best color, then that's a different story. I make
largish pieces, and find that ONE is enough with a copper
based glaze. Timing is everything. With white crackle,
even though the pieces are large, however many I can fire
at one time is how many I do.
regards
Dannon Rhudy
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