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117322 | Walter Anderson <wandrson@s...> | 2003‑05‑06 | RE: Forge Clay? BIO |
Hello,I am a new subscriber; however, I have been an on-and-off lurker of the online archives since 1998. Before I go through my bio I wanted to respond to this thread. First, concrete will not work by itself. It breaks down at high temperatures (I used it to make a small furnace). If you find someplace that sells fireclay that will work. If you live in a cold climate than look for masonary supply houses. A bag should cost less than $20. If you live in a warmer climate you can by fire clay from any ceramics supply house. The local art supply store should be able to point you to the right place. Fireclay is nothing more than a kaolin based clay. Any low firing ceramic should do.For a forge you probably should consider a refractory cement. There are several recipes for home-made refractory. A typical homemade refractory is made with fireclay, grog (broken pieces of firebrick) and sand. In addition there are commercial refractories that can be purchased. One commercial source is: www.budgetcastingsupply.comI have more information on my web site www.geocities.com/wandrson/index.html Now for my bio: I am a project manager in information technology for a large consulting firm. I am 37 years old and have been woodworking since I can remember. I discovered my passion for the Neanderway when I first discovered this mailing list in 98 and made a simple table based upon the group project of the time. I have made another table since then. I particularly like to make small boxes and have even tried my hand at carving. I am currently making a rip-saw bench and hope my next project to be a traditional cabinet-makers tool chest. Walter Anderson |
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117328 | "Leo Lichtman" <l.lichtman@w...> | 2003‑05‑06 | RE: Forge Clay? BIO |
From: "Walter Anderson: If you live in a cold climate than look for masonary supply houses. (clip)If you live in a warmer climate you can by fire clay from any ceramics supply house (clip) ^^^^^^^^^^^^^ I give up. Why does it depend on the local climate? |
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117334 | James Gemmill <jlg4880@n...> | 2003‑05‑07 | RE: Forge Clay? BIO |
From: "Walter Anderson: If you live in a cold climate than look for masonary supply houses. (clip)If you live in a warmer climate you can by fire clay from any ceramics supply house (clip) ^^^^^^^^^^^^^ >>>I give up. Why does it depend on the local climate? If you live in a warmer climate (e.g., South Eastern United States), electric heat tends to be far more prevalent as opposed to gas, oil or wood. In short, Southerners don't/can't make fire like Northerners do. James Gemmill ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the internet in years - NetZero HiSpeed! Surf the web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month -visit www.netzero.com to sign up today! |
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