[Jewelry making - Article 00040] - Re: [Orchid] Firescoff - New Firescale

[Bill Churlik]

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>     Who would really use wadded up wet newspaper to protect stones when
>     soldering??? Paper + heat source = Studio Fire...note from your
>     friendly neighborhood volunteer firefighter... 

    This attitude ticks me off a little.....well, a lot. I have used
    little pieces of wet paper towel and newspaper for many years to
    protect stones and solder joints as needed. The paper pulp has
    excellent wicking properties when immersed in a cup of water. This
    really works when the piece itself cannot be immersed because of size
    or shape. Try doing large enameled bracelet hinges. I learned this
    before the lazer welder came around. Also works well when a piece can
    not be buried in wet sand because the sand could scratch the metal or
    stone! NEVER have I had a piece of paper catch fire much less begin
    to smoke. My god, it is soaking wet.... Common sense, simple
    attention, and safety. Dip the paper in the water when you are done.
    Simple fire prevention isn't? 

    I have never found any of the commercial heat protectors trust
    worthy enough to satisfy me that it will protect my client's stones.
    I even remember using dampened asbestos fiber a few times way back
    when. Now doesn't that get you dander up? Newspaper, paper towels,
    saw dust, sand, and common sense. Come on people....think, don't just
    react blindly. 

    End of rant. Please send comments on the back of a $50 bill. 

Bill Churlik
wechurlik AT earthlink.net
www.earthspeakarts.com
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