[Jewelry making - Article 00008] - Re: [Orchid] Enameling Kilns for startup

[Donna Wilson]

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    Something to keep in mind when getting a kiln for enameling is that
    the metal needs to be counter enameled...enamel on both sides.
    Enamel can craze or pop off in some conditions if not counter
    enameled. The small table-top kilns must have enough room with the
    lid on to accommodate some sort of trivet/stilt so that pieces can
    be counter enameled. I have two of the beehive kilns, a Kerr ceramic
    muffle kiln, a small Paragon and a small square kiln from Thompson
    Enamels. I particularly like the small Thompson kiln and take it
    when I teach enameling. It's interior dimensions are around 4" x 6"
    x 4" high and it heats quickly to enameling temperature but has no
    pyrometer.

Donna in VA
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