New Kiln care
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New Kiln care
If you have just purchased a new kiln, it will give longer and better service if broken-in carefully. Moisture is present in the kiln from water used in manufacturing and this must be dried out by pre-heating. Check the kiln frequently during the first few firings, and note the colour inside of the kiln so that you can learn to estimate the temperature with accuracy. If chips should appear in the lid of your kiln, they should be repaired immediately to prevent them from becoming larger. The bottom of your kiln should be covered with kiln wash at all times. If glaze drippings accumulate, they should be scraped off and a new coating of kiln wash be applied.
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