Jeremy McLeod on sat 28 aug 04
I recently posted asking about placement of a kiln in a 5'x7' space. The
responses I received were very helpful and provide a good way to go.
Then I started to notice a second option. Just outside the walls of that
same 5'x'7' is a covered patio 8'x10', open to the backyard on two sides.
It strikes me that the kiln could just as easily go there as inside the
enclosed 5'x'7' space. The patio is protected from rain/etc. by the
sunporch above it. Some sort of tarp cover for the kiln could add to
protection from precipitation. This is Virginia, however, and humidity is a
factor (but would be as much a factor in the enclosed space.
So the tradeoffs are
1) Larger space, protected but outdoor placement.
2) Smaller space, enclosed and therefore more protected.
3) Both exposed to weather/humidity because neither space is
within the "skin" of the main house.
So, folks, whatchyer preference between these two choices?
Peace!
Jeremy McLeod
Mike Gordon on sun 29 aug 04
On Aug 28, 2004, at 5:22 PM, Jeremy McLeod wrote:
Then I started to notice a second option. Just outside the walls of
that
same 5'x'7' is a covered patio 8'x10', open to the backyard on two
sides.
Jeremy,
I would definitely go with the space outdoors, being outdoors you would
not have the problem of fumes & heat, plus you gain the space the kiln
would have taken up. As for humidity, the tarp is a good idea, I would
also put a low watt bulb through a peep hole on an extension cord
during times when the kiln is not in use. Mike Gordon
william schran on sun 29 aug 04
Jeremy wrote: >So, folks, whatchyer preference between these two choices?<
Between placing an electric kiln in a non-climate controlled 5x7 area
and a larger patio area open on 2 sides - I'd go with the larger
patio, with the understanding that some metal parts will corrode
faster than a kiln in a climate controlled area.
I'd also suggest that you purchase a manually operated kiln.
Temperature extremes, both hot and cold may cause problems with
programmable kilns. I also would expect the circuitry of these kilns
might also be affected by high humidity.
Bill
Gary Navarre on mon 30 aug 04
Jereme,
Out doors, dude! It's nice to have a clear space under foot so for when
you and your buddies are setting around havin a brew firing the kiln you
have some room. Of course that could get rather boring if it's an electric.
Still you'd have room for tables for loading and the kiln opening sale. Good
luck and stay in there!
Peace Out!
Gary Navarre
Navarre Pottery
Norway, Michigan, U.S.A.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeremy McLeod"
To:
Sent: Saturday, August 28, 2004 7:22 PM
Subject: Another Kiln Location Question
> I recently posted asking about placement of a kiln in a 5'x7' space. The
> responses I received were very helpful and provide a good way to go.
>
> So the tradeoffs are
>
> 1) Larger space, protected but outdoor placement.
> 2) Smaller space, enclosed and therefore more protected.
> 3) Both exposed to weather/humidity because neither space is
> within the "skin" of the main house.
>
> So, folks, whatchyer preference between these two choices?
>
> Peace!
>
> Jeremy McLeod
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