How to Load a Kiln - Loading a Skutt 818 Kiln

[@Creativeseams7]

Thanks!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much for your support ❤️

[@happypotter1138]

I am very grateful to you Marie. I think I now have the confidence to go ahead and order the KM818.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is so Wonderful! I am very happy for you my happy potter😍 These may seem like simple questions but they are very important for new kiln owners. I know how I felt and would have loved to see a video like this to put my mind at ease. I think you will love this kiln 💖 I sure do love mine.

[@cgallup]

I marked my post alignment with a Underglaze pencil in the kiln brick all the way up light pencil marks to align the posts without having to reaching under!

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's a great Idea. Thank you for the tip. 😊

[@PatFitzgerald-hn9cs]

As always...your explanation is spot on for people like me...I'm getting a kiln this Christmas and preparing to use it. I feel more ready to use it after your video. YOU ARE THE BEST.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is wonderful to hear. So excited for you. If you didn't see this one yet here is a video that will also help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7ssi=NKTP3Ye2h1U66tdV

[@jessicagrant3571]

Hooray! I am about to get my KM 818-3 in the next couple of days and as usual, any time I go to search KZbin for something, Marie has already made a great video about it. In this case of my exact kiln! Feeling so thankful for you and the time you take to share your knowledge. I learned a lot watching this and will look out for more kiln videos from you! Thanks for your positive vibes and all the know-how you give back to the community!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Congratulations Jessica. 😍 So happy for you. This is an exciting time for you. Not sure if you have seen these but here is a bisque fire video. Here is the link for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/bInGgmqEm5WZaKs and 21 kiln questions for beginners kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s And if you have the touch screen controller this video will help also. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZCmlnqabLqHn9E Enjoy your new KIln😊👍

[@jessicagrant3571]

@@PotteryCrafters Terrific! I will watch these today, thank you!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Great Jessica. Let me know how you like your Kiln. 😍

[@ClayclopsCeramics]

What an absolutely fantastic video. Thank you so much!! I am buying my 818 next week!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it was helpful! I love my 818 with the 3 inch bricks. It is more energy efficient. Here is the link for you to check it out geni.us/GCrzBDK Happy Glazing. 💖

[@lemonystarling1359]

Your voice is so soothing! Enjoyed this video. Thank you. This is the kiln I hope to have someday.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much! I love this Kiln. Get the 3 inch brick It's more energy efficient. Less heat escapes and it costs less to run 😍

[@blondieleung471]

I’ve just bought my first kiln which is Skutt 818. Thanks for your details in using the kiln. Unfortunately, when I put the kiln wash on the shelf yesterday, I broke 2 of the half shelf accidentally by a sudden strong wind. Heartpain😢 Anyway I will keep watching your video to learn more firing skills and useful tips of making ceramic. Thank you very much 😘

[@PotteryCrafters]

Congratulations on your Kiln. 👍 How exciting. Sorry about the breakage. If you haven't seen this video yet, here is the link for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s. They are basic questions for beginner kiln users. Enjoy your new Kiln 😊

[@kupcads6470]

You came again with an informative video. Thanks for that, Marie. My killn arrived yesterday. It first worked at 900 degrees empty . It's still getting cold. I bought a protector for shelves. However, I liked your idea of ​​putting biscuits under the glazed objects. I will do this now. As an amateur ceramist, I learned a lot from you. I am thankful.🥰💐🙋‍♀️

[@PotteryCrafters]

Congratulations Kiran!!! 💖 So happy for you. Very glad I could help😍 Talk about great timing. Enjoy your new Kiln!

[@maryjeanallen6189]

Marie! Thanks SO much for yet another super clear, informative, beneficial video! And I am honored to be included as the "idea giver" of this video! I am SOOO excited to try all your advice out when my kiln arrives this fall! Thank you for being such an inspiring, kind, clear teacher and mentor! I am so grateful for your videos and your website!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're Welcome MaryJean. Thank you for taking the time out to comment.💖 I appreciate your input. 😍 You inspire me to continue to make more helpful videos. 👍

[@WhiteStoneCottagePottery]

So helpful. I’ve just purchased a used 1027 and haven’t fired it yet.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great to hear. Have you seen this one yet? Here is the link for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s

[@WhiteStoneCottagePottery]

@@PotteryCrafters yes I’ve seen it and found it very informative. I’m geeking out on everything I can find on You Tube. Such a vast source of great info!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Enjoy your new Kiln. If you have time let me know how it goes. 😊

[@MOLRobocop]

Good basics video. Also, I loved the little slip that got left in.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Glad you liked it!

[@dewaynejones9099]

Thank you for the great video I just bought a kiln at a state sale and and you just taught me a lot in the three videos I've watched of yours thank you very much congratulations on your success Dewayne Jones said that 💯

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great to hear! Congratulations on your new Kiln. 😊

[@dewaynejones9099]

Thank you very much

[@varshagoradia9828]

Hi. My name is Varsha. I really enjoy watching your videos.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much Varsha. 🙂

[@Worrier629]

Marie, I just rewatched this video. I’m a newbie handbuilder and I intend to make small pieces. I’ve recently acquired the smallest Skutt model KM714 and done my first bisque and glaze firing. Many lessons were learned from those exercises. Fitting in stuff was indeed like a jigsaw puzzle. I had made and used kiln-washed cookies after your informative video on them. My question is about the best way to place plates and flat tiles to prevent cracking. I used some grog under all my flat pieces but I was probably stingy with it as two tiles were still cracked slightly. Do make videos on this aspect sometime as also on the advised kiln furniture that can help use the kiln space more judiciously. I’m in India and may not find everything but getting educated on some best practices is also a good plan :-) thanks for your enthusiasm to teach and share through your videos. I’ll be reading through your blog more carefully too.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hello, Jyoti from India. Congratulations on getting a Kiln. That is wonderful. If my plate is too big for one cookie I use 3 or 4 of them with a little space so the plate can move if need be. I haven't had a plate crack yet. Drying is also important. Here is a drying post with a video if you haven't seen it yet potterycrafters.com/prevent-pottery-clay-from-cracking-while-drying/ Happy to help you on your pottery crafting journey.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You can also try Alumina Hydrate 😊

[@winstonchaychel]

This is like loading my dishwasher! 🤣💜 Thank you for this. I got a table top kiln as a gift and while I've done ceramics my art teacher never let me do this (she chose only two students out of about 400 to do it every semester).

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Winston. Glad it was helpful. I know what you mean. I wasn't allowed around the kilns either. That's why I made the 21-kiln questions video. Here is the link if you have not seen it kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s Enjoy your new Kiln. 😊

[@winstonchaychel]

@@PotteryCrafters yes! I actually watched it first before coming to this one and forgot the question I was gonna ask until now 😅. I have an older little thing so no panel to worry about, but in the summer when we can get 100F or in winter where we get below freezing temps is it ok to run? It has its own legs so lots of air flow there, and the area it is in is a large garage that also has a built-in fan in the roof.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Very Good Question. Yes it is ok. It is best to start your kiln when the garage is above freezing. So you can warm up the area before starting your kiln. 👍😀

[@xeroart3852]

Excellent video with valuable info for beginners and advanced. TY

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Robert. 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@janet7270]

Hi Marie, once again, a very helpful video! I like the 1, 2, 3 rule! Could you do a video on how to refire a piece of pottery if it doesnt glaze properly. I have 2 cups that have some areas where I missed brushing glaze and I dont want to throw them out because they actually came out really nice. Your videos have been such a tremendous help to me as a beginner potter. A huge thank you!😁

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Janet, I just wrote an article about reglazing. This may help potterycrafters.com/can-you-reglaze-pottery/ I will put it on my list of videos to do. 😃💖

[@Worrier629]

Thank you so much Marie for making videos for newbies. I’m in India and totally new to ceramics. Kilns arent that easy or that many to choose from either. But some Skutt models are indeed available. Your kiln videos are good primers for me to plan for acquiring and using a kiln. Just wish they werent shaped like a village well! Won’t square kilns with a full door be easier to use? Will be going through all your hand-building and general videos to educate myself somewhat.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Welcome to Pottery Crafters. 😍 Glad it was helpful. This post will be helpful also. Here is the link for you potterycrafters.com/choosing-an-electric-kiln-a-step-by-step-buyers-guide/

[@KatAtkinson]

Your kiln looks so shiny and new lol

[@PotteryCrafters]

My kiln is pretty new. 😊 You know your kiln looks pretty good for an older kiln. Let me know how your next firing goes💖

[@mariaf.767]

Thank you very much for the tips and hints in your very helpful video! I was able to learn a lot again!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Great to hear! Thank you Maria 😍

[@creativeliving3455]

Thanks Marie, always informative & enjoyable to watch! 😁

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! Glad to help on your pottery crafting journey 😊

[@charlottesmom]

This the model I've been looking at, it looks perfect! Thank you for this video!!❤

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great! Here is the link for you to check it out. geni.us/GCrzBDK 😊

[@charlottesmom]

@@PotteryCrafters , I was actually planning on ordering from Dickblick, they have served me well with other orders. 👍🏻

[@PotteryCrafters]

Blick has been very good to me, also. If you get the 818 it's best to get the 3-inch brick because it is more fuel efficient and the kiln slows down slower. If you have any questions feel free to ask. 😍

[@charlottesmom]

@@PotteryCrafters , I'll definitely bug you with questions, though your videos are answering all of them I had so far, I adore your channel! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is wonderful to hear. Thank you 😍

[@vickivanriel3082]

Awesome video So informative I love your end statement "Let's stay dirty" 😊

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Vicki. And thank you for all your support💖

[@BeccaBlooms]

This was soo helpful, thanks so much 😊💞

[@PotteryCrafters]

I'm so glad! Thank you Rebecca 😊

[@KEKEJAX]

THANK YOU SO SO MUCH. I just bought a used kiln and have done 2 firings, bisque and glaze. The bottom portion never turns out. Why? I just placed the shelf on the kiln floor. I never knew you had to raise it to haha. Lordy lordy. Let's see if this helps my next batch 😅

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome. Yes, The air has to flow under the bottom the shelf. What also helps is to fire to 5 cone and put a 20 hold at the end. This is equal to cone 6 except it equalizes the temperature in the kiln and helps to cure the glaze and helps to prevent pinholes. 😊

[@Linen-h6e]

Marie, thank you so much for taking the time to make such an informative video! I have recently bought a kiln and waiting for an electrician to do rewiring magic so I can do the first firing! I have two questions. 1) I was so worried about fumes and not venting correctly (with baby home etc) I’ve decided to place my kiln in my back porch. It’s got a concrete flooring and roof. I’m going to cover it with tarp when not using it. Would you have any extra advice I should keep in mind? 2) I understand you can have pieces touch each other during bisque firing. Does this make the # of pieces you can glaze fire in a kiln compared to bisque fire? Thanks again Marie!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Yes I end up with about half the amount for glazing. That is a good idea but just me carful not to get the kiln wet. They hate moisture.

[@phburdett]

Thank you for the detailed video. A couple of questions. I throw at least 55-60 lbs a month and will likely increase, since I am still new to throwing, (since March). Will this kiln be big enough? Also, why do you use cookies for the bowls? At the studio where I belong we only use them for test tiles, if we don’t know whether glaze will run. For known clay and glazes we just wax the bottom and don’t use cookies. Thanks!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi. That is Great! For the amount that you throw and will grow. I would recommend getting a larger kiln. It is energy efficient. About $3 for bisque and $5 for glaze. 😊

[@PotteryCrafters]

I forgot to answer your other question. I use a lot flowing glazes so I use cookies just in case the glaze runs more then I think. You can check out this video at the 3:55 mark were the glaze dripped onto the cookie from the bowl. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIjRpmqqd92Vnassi=I0xfFuGIa4g097AQ 😊

[@yulabz]

Thank you- it was very helpful. Do you also have a tutorial about cones and cone packs?

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're welcome 😊 No I was just thinking about it. I put it on my list. 😍Thank you

[@yulabz]

@@PotteryCrafters Thank you. Looking forward :)

[@jimmalek3216]

This was very helpful. Also having a skutt 818 and find the size is just right too...😎

[@PotteryCrafters]

Cool 😊 Glad it was helpful. It is a nice convenient size.

[@sarahward6135]

Thank you for sharing. Do you need to remove the top peep hole on a bisque firing as well? Thanks

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Sarah. Good question. Yes. You will want the gases from the organic material in the clay to escape from the kiln. 😊👍

[@jeanettesherratt1276]

Great explanation as usual. My kiln arrived today. Unfortunately i have two fractures in my wrist and elbow so no playing with clay for another month or so. I have a question you didn’t use cones in your glaze firing. Do we need to put them in every time on each shelf. Also you didn’t put any pots on the bottom shelf is that normal practice. Thanks once again.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is great. Congratulations Jeanet! Sorry to hear about your fractures. I put small short things on the bottom shelf because of where the thermocouple is located. I never put anything on the bottom of the kiln without a shelf. If it's a new kiln I would put cones in when you fire the first few times. After that, I would place a cone in every 3rd to 5th firing to ensure the temperature is correct. You can also check out my 21 Kiln Questions post potterycrafters.com/21-kiln-questions-answered/ and Kiln Maintenance potterycrafters.com/kiln-maintenance/ Take care, and I hope you heal fast. 😊

[@danielasalazar9972]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Daniela. Glad it was helpful!

[@Creativeseams7]

Hi Marie, Thank you for sharing your awesome talent with us. I have a skut glaze tech kiln. It’s square and small. I’m confused on what I hear about hold time. The user manual suggests 5 minutes. I think you are holding for 20 minutes. I wonder because my kiln is small and square it might be different from a kiln like yours. What do you think? Thank you again

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Yes, your kiln is so small all you need is a 5 minute hold to help cure the glaze. The hold keeps the kiln at the ending temperature. A 20 minute hold will be equal to another cone size. Hope this helps. 😊

[@Creativeseams7]

You’re always so helpful. I have another question. I hope it okay. I fired some stuff. I used Sax glaze and painted over with Obsidian, and the other way around too. Black on red, red on black and they both have bumpy glaze. Other stuff turned out great. I tried to get some information from online, but they just listed 20 different things. It could be. Do you have any suggestions for me? Is the Sax Not so good? Maybe shouldn’t mix them? Long question. Sorry. thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

Of course it's OK. That is an important question. You spend so much time making and glazing your pottery, you want it to turn out. Yes, you are right. The Sax and Amaco glazes sometimes don't marry very well together. The Amaco glazes are much more forgiving. It sounds like the bumps are from the gases not having the ability to escape from the glazes. 😊

[@janlategan3995]

Thank you for this informative video was really help full.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're Welcome. So glad it helped 😊

[@adricristaldo9497]

Hello Marie!!! Thank you for all your videos! I wanted to ask you … I am making Christmas decorations and I will like to try to do a single firing what temperature should I go for I am using earthnware clay normally I do bisque setting at 1060 and then I do the glaze firing but I don’t know how to do a single firing

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome Adri. You can single fire to - Cone 06 - 1000 degrees Celsius. Make sure you slow fire allowing the gases to escape during the firing. 😊

[@brianmitchell132]

subbed, This video was great!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Awesome, thank you!

[@amydiamondbarnes]

Do you have a video that shows how you load plates for a bisque firing?

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is a good suggestion. I stack them but I only stack a few because you can put too much pressure on the bottom plates and risk warping them. 😊

[@kristenreinisch4378]

Your videos are great! I just got my kiln also a Skutt 818 this week. I need to put it on the rolling stand and I'm wondering if it's necessary to remove the lid to do this? I'm worried about the handles not being strong enough to hold the entire kiln? Any thoughts? Thanks.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Congratulations Kristen.😍 So happy for you. No, I didn't remove the lid. The handles are strong enough because the kiln is not that big. It was actually lighter than I thought. Just make sure someone helps you. One on each side and it lifts right onto the stand. It is so convenient on wheels. 😊Enjoy your new Kiln.

[@kristenreinisch4378]

@@PotteryCrafters Thank you for the info. We just moved it and it was so much easier than I thought it would be! :)

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is great 👍 Thanks for letting me know 😊

[@kristopher0959]

Great video. You say your kiln isn't vented, just the top peeper is left open. Is this necessary ? I also just bought a kiln, the same size, with no venting system. And if it 'is' necessary, do you keep it open during both bisque, and glaze firing? Thanks.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thanks Kristopher, 😊Yes it is for both. Having the top peep open for the bisque fire allows the organic materials to escape otherwise it will settle on your elements and back on your pottery which in turn can affect your glazing. This is also true for the glaze fire. The peep allows a little oxygen to enter the kiln and releases the fumes. Did you see the kiln question video? You can also check this out for references potterycrafters.com/21-kiln-questions-answered/. It may help. Good choice on a kiln. Enjoy your kiln. 😍

[@flaxattack]

venting your kiln is necessary for safety reasons. there are a variety of toxic materials and gases that are released during firing, which can build up in the kiln brick and in the area surrounding your kiln. see this link for more information: ehs.princeton.edu/health-safety-the-campus-community/art-theater-safety/art-safety/ceramics#k

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so right😊 Never hang around the kiln area while firing.

[@jossycaro354]

Great video, thanks. Can I ask the size of your large plate? I’m wondering how many plates I can place on each shelf for glazing, if I were to make them 25cms wide.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. That plate was only 18cms wide. With the size of my kiln, I can go up to 25cms without touching the posts. If it's larger I place it on the top shelf and can make it up to 40cms. 😊

[@missylee5]

Can you tell me how many inches up the thermocouple is in this Kiln? I just ordered a Skutt KM818 with 2.5" brick and now getting ready to order my furniture. At the moment I'm not making much that I would use 2" posts for so I need to know what size I'll need to clear the thermocouple. Based on your video I'm thinking a 1" for the bottom shelf, then I would need to use 6" posts for the second shelf to clear the thermocouple and go 2" past it.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Congratulations on your new kiln. It's so exciting. 😍 The thermocouple is 7 inches from the bottom. I love this kiln. The only thing I don't like about it is the location of the thermocouple. You need 1-inch posts on the bottom. Then keep in mind each shelf is 3 quarters of an inch thick. The height of posts would have to coincide with the size of pottery you plan on making. I put short things like plates on the bottom and use three shelves most of the time. I have only used one of my half shelves once, but that will depend on what you make. That is very smart of you to do some measuring before you buy your posts. Just make sure you have a clearance of 2 inches around your thermocouple. Enjoy your new kiln. If you haven't seen it, this video may help also. Here is the link for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqS9fmmYitJ-hcU 😊

[@missylee5]

@@PotteryCrafters thanks for getting back to me! I actually ordered the advancer shelves, so they will be a bit thinner. I didn't realize before watching this video that you needed a 2" clearance around the thermocouple, so I'm glad I saw this before ordering my posts. I'm actually going to see if they will allow me to switch the 818 to an 822 that way I get 4.5" more space, which gives me a whole 'nother shelf worth per load.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Advancer shelves !!!!!! That is AWESOME. 😍 That is a good idea. Hope you can switch to the 822. That was my second choice. Sorry I gave you the wrong video to check out I meant to give you this one Bisque Fire Loading kzbin.info/www/bejne/bInGgmqEm5WZaKs 😊 Let me know how it goes.

[@missylee5]

@@PotteryCrafters thanks! I checked out the video, it was very helpful! I called this morning and I was able to change to the 822, the order is already in with Skutt. In 2 months I should have my first Kiln 🤩

[@PotteryCrafters]

I just received your comment. It took over a month. 😀 A bunch of them just came through from over a month ago. That's great. Did you get your kiln yet? 😊

[@emeraldp90]

hi marie!! i have another question😬 ..... im going to do my first test fire and the instructions say to let the kiln wash dry overnight once I apply it. Do I have to do that every time I put kiln wash? and how often do I put kiln wash? thank you for being so helpful!🙏

[@PotteryCrafters]

I have never had kiln wash with instructions that say to wait overnight. I have always been told to wait until the kiln wash dries thoroughly. To be on the safe side if that's what the instructions say then I would wait overnight. It is smart to get all the information you can before proceeding forward. This article will help here's the link for you. potterycrafters.com/how-to-protect-your-kiln-shelf-from-melting-glaze/ 😊

[@wenliliu7573]

Are these cookies are bisque ware? Thanks

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are welcome. Yes it is.

[@vonmoh5854]

You're awesome! Thanks so much. Great video.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching 😍

[@ashleyreneespottery375]

I'm looking to buy the same kiln for my home studio but I can not seem to find out what kind of plug it has, is it a standard outlet or bigger like a washer/dryer type? Loved the video very informative Thank you!

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great Ashly😍 I have a post with a picture of the plug and outlet potterycrafters.com/choosing-an-electric-kiln-a-step-by-step-buyers-guide/ It's very smart wanting to check with an electrician before buying a kiln to make sure your up to code. It is a smaller kiln so hopefully you can get it. 😊

[@ashleyreneespottery375]

@@PotteryCrafters Thank you so much!

[@dellatosin7138]

Hi Marie, thank you for this very helpful video! Can you explain why you decided to go with 3" brick wall instead of the standard 2.5"? I hope you can do a bisque fire load video in the future, I have yet to invest in a kiln but the information will be very useful. (I'm also considering Skutt 818 and 822 :)) Thank you again in advance!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're welcome, Della. That's great😍 If you want a little more room I would go for the 822. It would be better to get the 3-inch bricks. They hold the heat in better, cool down slower, and are more energy-efficient. Thank you for the video suggestion. I will put it on my list. 😊

[@dellatosin7138]

@@PotteryCrafters thank you Marie for your answer ☺️

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are welcome. Glad I can help on your pottery journey. 😍

[@kristineb3709]

Do you have a vid on how you make the cookies?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Yes I do. There is the link for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH_dgpx3qLqEqcU How to Make Kiln Cookies - The Easy Way 😍

[@heidithepotter2479]

Marie, what do I do if I have half shelves along with full shelves? This makes it kind of impossible to line up the stilts directly over eachother. Is this a problem? I just noticed you didn't use any half shelves.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Very good question Heidi. You would mainly use half shelves for different heights. Place three posts under your half shelf, then 3 higher posts under the next half shelf to stagger the height 😊

[@heidithepotter2479]

@@PotteryCrafters Thanks Marie! I really appreciate you!

[@MidwifeBonnie]

Thank you so much!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it helped!

[@kristenhenrystyle]

Do you use a kiln vent? If so, did you add vent holes to the lid as well as the floor?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Great question. 😊 No I do not. I always keep the top peeper out and the garage door open about a foot. It only smells for a few hours between around 500 and 1000 degrees when most of the organic material burns off. I also keep both cars out of the garage. No excess heat in the garage because it is a small kiln with 3-inch brick. Hope this helps 😃👍

[@kristenhenrystyle]

@@PotteryCrafters do you find you have more fumes with the glaze firing? That's what I'm experiencing. I do have a down-draft vent since my kiln is in the basement, so I'm surprised by the fumes whenever I glaze fire.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's a good question. It's funny I just noticed the other day that I have more fumes when I bisque fire. That's good that you have a vent 👍 The vent over the over head vents help with getting rid of fumes and extra heat. 😊

[@Kgreenyah]

New sub here!!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thanks for subbing!

[@anastasiasaroukou4144]

Γεια σου Marie.Εισαι υπεροχη!Θα ηθελα λιγο την βοηθεια σου αν μπορεις.Αγορασα ενα Kiln μεταχειρισμενο,μοντελο ECONO KILN J230,Ειναι η πρωτη μου φορα,αλλα δεν ξερω πως να ξεκινησω το ψησιμο,θερμοκρασιες κατα ποσο και ποτε πρεπει να αλαζω.Ειναι μονοφασικος.Δεν θελω να δουλεψω κονους γιατι δεν ξερω,απλα μονο με το πυρομετρο.Η βοηθεια σου ειναι πολυ χρησιμη.Ευχαριστω πολυ,φιλια απο Ελλαδα.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome, Glad to help. 😍