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by Ed Cantarella
Sat Dec 15, 2018 11:37 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Removing sticker 'ghost marks'
Replies: 11
Views: 21874

Re: Removing sticker 'ghost marks'

I think the ghosts occur similar to how you make glue-chip glass: spread hot hide glue on glass, then as it cools it rips the surface a little. I think the ghosts are where particles of the adhesive dried and disrupted the shiny surface by pulling at it. idk. I've had same experience - they pretty m...
by Ed Cantarella
Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:27 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: is spray A dangerous?
Replies: 12
Views: 31053

Re: is spray A dangerous?

There is a comment by Ed above about using boron as a dip for pieces with light devit. Can someone talk more about that and also where do you get boron? Thanks for any info. 4-5 cups borax (one box if 20 Mule Team) 5 gallons distilled water - heat up to coffee/tea warm, borax dissolves better. Pinc...
by Ed Cantarella
Sat Nov 24, 2018 6:44 pm
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: The Latest Bowl
Replies: 8
Views: 27150

Re: The Latest Bowl

So sorry Sharol - glad you are ok. And yes, beautiful bowl.
by Ed Cantarella
Sun Nov 18, 2018 10:55 am
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Playing with drop vases
Replies: 3
Views: 13483

Re: Playing with drop vases

Thanks Kevin. Yeah, some we keep the tops on, others cut off. We like breaking, re-arranging and remelting the cut off pieces to make very similar sibling pieces or sets. I've made a few using an escape plan. And a few that couldn't escape - good-bye dear ring. :(
by Ed Cantarella
Mon Nov 12, 2018 5:36 pm
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Playing with drop vases
Replies: 3
Views: 13483

Re: Playing with drop vases

Ok, last one. For now. Have 6 others waiting to be beheaded :shock: .
Christmas.jpg
by Ed Cantarella
Mon Nov 12, 2018 5:35 pm
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Playing with drop vases
Replies: 3
Views: 13483

Playing with drop vases

All are 10"+
by Ed Cantarella
Mon Aug 06, 2018 10:47 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: out of the norm and need firing schedule
Replies: 9
Views: 12041

Re: out of the norm and need firing schedule

^ I'm with Brad, you can just fire as is. But cleaning and laying them out might be more satisfying from a design aesthetic - or save them to use as design elements in a few different pieces. :-k I've made those "worms" before, never seem to be that satisfying in situ(their original as fir...
by Ed Cantarella
Thu Aug 02, 2018 10:43 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Digitry GB-1 controller discussion
Replies: 12
Views: 16366

Re: Digitry GB-1 controller for sale

Glad this post came up . . don't think I would care for this system. I like thinking in terms of the safe speed limit on a particular stretch of heating and the destination - speed kills. I don't need to know how long it will take to get there unless I will be needed for firing intervention suck as...
by Ed Cantarella
Thu Aug 02, 2018 10:05 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Digitry GB-1 controller discussion
Replies: 12
Views: 16366

Re: Digitry GB-1 controller for sale

Glad this post came up . . don't think I would care for this system. I like thinking in terms of the safe speed limit on a particular stretch of heating and the destination - speed kills. I don't need to know how long it will take to get there unless I will be needed for firing intervention suck as...
by Ed Cantarella
Wed Aug 01, 2018 12:11 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Digitry GB-1 controller discussion
Replies: 12
Views: 16366

Re: Digitry GB-1 controller for sale

Glad this post came up . . don't think I would care for this system. I like thinking in terms of the safe speed limit on a particular stretch of heating and the destination - speed kills. I don't need to know how long it will take to get there unless I will be needed for firing intervention suck as ...
by Ed Cantarella
Wed Jul 25, 2018 8:06 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Stabilize kiln brick in GL top?
Replies: 2
Views: 5699

Re: Stabilize kiln brick in GL top?

Stainless steel sheet metal screw(Home Depot,etc.). You could probably use plated safely since the exterior temps aren't THAT high, but stainless won't get rusty over time and only a dollar or two more on a project like that. 1/2-3/4" Pre-drill the holes so the screw has minimal crunching in to...
by Ed Cantarella
Fri Jul 20, 2018 12:50 pm
Forum: Business Topics
Topic: Most up to date way to get paid?
Replies: 8
Views: 24630

Re: Most up to date way to get paid?

Paypal is good, square will work. Depends on how much money - direct bank transfer is very safe but often has a $20-25 fee, so that has to be compared to paypal's rate. Direct bank beats paypal around the $800-900 mark, depending on where the money is going and coming from, as paypal has varying rat...
by Ed Cantarella
Fri Jul 20, 2018 12:30 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Has anyone done business with....?
Replies: 3
Views: 6915

Re: Has anyone done business with....?

why not buy from one of the supporters of this website? If you mean the links at top of the site, I don't think those are "supporters" , more like "recommended, helpful links"? I've ran several websites and quid pro quo [hopefully]cross-linking is the more common arrangement unl...
by Ed Cantarella
Mon Jul 09, 2018 10:04 am
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: tack fusing 4 layers 3mm without dams to keep the volume
Replies: 13
Views: 25124

Re: tack fusing 4 layers 3mm without dams to keep the volume

Kiln wash the terra cotta.
Small particles - course frit sized, maybe 3 or evenly spaced.
by Ed Cantarella
Tue Jul 03, 2018 9:31 am
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: is spray A dangerous?
Replies: 12
Views: 31053

Re: is spray A dangerous?

I'd agree with folks above, if you washed it off you should be fine. Lead poisoning is usually a cumulative thing over time and/or repeat exposure. If you are really concerned see your doctor - they will give you a mineral supplement to chelate (draw off) the lead. Spray A Plus is Lead Free. https:/...
by Ed Cantarella
Wed Jun 13, 2018 10:01 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: glass is breaking
Replies: 12
Views: 19298

Re: glass is breaking

Consider Tony's idea(above) about going with a more flexible glue. Maybe E6000 if you don't want to use silicone. E6000 is silicone. It is? The smell is bit different. Used some this morning and this concept was bugging me. Have to change my response - manufacturer(eclectic) says it's not silicone ...
by Ed Cantarella
Tue Jun 12, 2018 11:33 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: glass is breaking
Replies: 12
Views: 19298

Re: glass is breaking

I use an activator glue from Loctite. But I also use this glue on some other clear pieces that I am not having an issue with. I will start to anneal to 900 (I have been annealing to 960). And then I'll slowly go down to 600 or 700 degrees. Thanks. Consider Tony's idea(above) about going with a more...
by Ed Cantarella
Sun Jun 10, 2018 9:11 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: glass is breaking
Replies: 12
Views: 19298

Re: glass is breaking

I do fuse the clear glass to 1365 or 1370 and then anneal it to 960 (hold for 1.5 hours). If we used float glass, could we still fuse it? I assume not. I think we need fusible glass because it softens it. I think it would be too sharp if we do not fuse it. And these issues are only happening during...
by Ed Cantarella
Wed Jun 06, 2018 10:48 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Simple way to differentiate Opaline and clear?
Replies: 2
Views: 5154

Re: Simple way to differentiate Opaline and clear?

Lay on another sheet of opaline and see which ones pass substantially less light?
*These are real helpful at times, rather than trying to hold things "up to the light".
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by Ed Cantarella
Tue Jun 05, 2018 6:39 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: More Kiln Adventures
Replies: 19
Views: 24848

Re: More Kiln Adventures

However the readers will find all the above information useless if the thermocouple wiring connections are not made correctly as I suggested in post #2 above! :lol: You at least have to start with good connections before you start observing possible drift. Definitely a good idea since we a talking ...