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kiln firing questions (firing records)

updated thu 26 aug 04

 

Arnold Howard on wed 25 aug 04


In my firing records, I sometimes include a sketch of the kiln interior
showing location of shelves. I also draw the bent self-supporting shelf
cones. (Most of my firings are for testing kilns, so a drawing may be
overkill for you.)

You should write comments on the firing results, describing the glazes.
Include time of day that you turned the kiln on and total firing time. This
will help you determine when to change heating elements.

Sincerely,

Arnold Howard
Paragon Industries, L.P., Mesquite, Texas USA
arnoldhoward@att.net / www.paragonweb.com


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From: "Gay Judson"
I know that I must keep good records. Can you give me some help in know
what/how to record of these experiences: firings and glazes. Or point me to
literature that provides guides for record keeping. Our library has a lot
of books on ceramics, and I've checked out a lot of books but I have not
come across specific guides for record keeping. Any help will be
appreciated. Thanks in advance!