Kilns are Complicated. In this video, I Answer 21 Kiln Questions I have been asked here on the channel. ๐ALERT Make Sure to Watch This Video https://youtu.be/LsZM6bUmKOc Timestamps and links are Down Below in the ๐ SHOW MORE SECTION ๐
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00:00 21 Beginner Kiln Questions
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01:02 #1. Do I need an electrician to install my kiln outlet?
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01:33 #2. Do kilns use a lot of electricity?
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01:58 #3.Should I get a used or new kiln?
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02:44 #4. Can I use my kiln right away?
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03:35 #5. Do I need a vent for my Kiln?
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04:36 #6. If I have no vent should I be concerned about fumes in my kiln area?
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05:17 #7. Do I need a stand?
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05:42 #8. Should I keep the peeps in all the holes or not?
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06:39 #9. If I keep the top peep open What about thermal shock?
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06:56 #10. When the kiln says complete are the elements still on?
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07:30 #11. Can I lift the lid while the kiln is still hot?
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08:10 #12. How long does a firing take from Beginning to End?
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08:48 #13. Is 3-inch brick better than 2 and a half?
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09:30 #14. Should I get a controller?
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10:07 #15. Do I need to use Witness cones all the time?
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10:56 #16. Should I slow, medium, or high fire my pottery?
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11:18 #17. Do I have to use Kiln wash?
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12:28 #18. Should I be concerned about cracks on the bottom of my new or used Kiln?
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13:09 #19. Should I put a hold on when I glaze fire?
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13:31 #20. Does the glaze have to be totally before placing it in the kiln?
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13:48 #21. How often should I vacuum out my kiln?
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๐ท Bonus Material ๐ท
๐ Watch - How to Load a Kiln
https://youtu.be/LsZM6bUmKOc
๐ Watch - Bisque Fire Loading - Kiln Loading Tips and Tricks
https://potterycrafters.com/glazing-p...
๐ Read - How to Use a Pottery Kiln at Home โ 13 Tips To Remember
https://potterycrafters.com/how-to-use-a-pottery-kiln-at-home/
๐ Visit Pottery Crafters
https://potterycrafters.com
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๐ท Tools In My Studio ๐ท
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Skutt KM Series 818-3
https://geni.us/GCrzBDK (Blick)
Hand Tools
https://potterycrafters.com/recommended-tools-hand-tools/
Glazes
https://potterycrafters.com/recommended-tools-best-glazes/
Brushes
https://potterycrafters.com/recommended-tools-best-glaze-brushes/
Favorite Clays
https://potterycrafters.com/pottery-clay/
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