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by DonMcClennen
Wed Sep 13, 2017 3:56 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Kiln Shelf
Replies: 6
Views: 11986

Re: Kiln Shelf

First of all you don't have to dry the shelf primer between each coat. I usually do about 6 coats all at the same time alternating brushing direction each coat.. then dry (sit out in sun, or sit on top of kiln when your firing something else) Once it is dry run your dry hand over gently to reduce br...
by DonMcClennen
Thu Sep 07, 2017 10:04 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Should I switch to System 96?
Replies: 14
Views: 22983

Re: Should I switch to System 96?

"90" Bullseye has been the only reliable constant in the past few years. They support the art glass industry with research, competitions, publications, communication, etc. etc. I think your source is bogus!! The future of "96" is still a crap shoot!
by DonMcClennen
Wed Aug 30, 2017 10:55 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: small crack in a fused piece
Replies: 8
Views: 12194

Re: small crack in a fused piece

Consider this a learning moment.. this crack WILL expand and the bowl Will break!.. Reheating, flattening, refusing, then reslumping, carries so many chances for disaster... but what have you got to lose other than time and $.... as for UV glue, it's still damaged goods!
by DonMcClennen
Sun Aug 20, 2017 10:44 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Firing Top and Sides, etc
Replies: 6
Views: 10846

Re: Firing Top and Sides, etc

I agree with, and have followed Jim's approach... for over 20 yrs. I think (Ibailey) you are complicating things by turning off and on selected elements for 99% of what we do in kilns.
by DonMcClennen
Fri Aug 18, 2017 11:24 am
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Cutting Very Thick Glass Slabs
Replies: 12
Views: 21330

Re: Cutting Very Thick Glass Slabs

You didn't answer the question.. "How thick"??
by DonMcClennen
Wed Aug 16, 2017 10:49 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Firing Top and Sides, etc
Replies: 6
Views: 10846

Re: Firing Top and Sides, etc

You will find that one solution/combination will not fit all the various types of firings! ... eg: full fuse, fuse to stick, slumping, bending, Drop outs..etc. Your going to have to adjust schedules for the results required, as I'm sure we all do. Only time and experience will give you the data you ...
by DonMcClennen
Wed Jul 26, 2017 9:41 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: 10" saw blade
Replies: 8
Views: 10514

Re: 10" saw blade

you won't be able to use a 7" blade as a stiffener on your 10" when you cut 2" material!
by DonMcClennen
Wed Jul 19, 2017 10:35 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Tall skinny vases- stability - how to display in gallery
Replies: 7
Views: 12519

Re: Tall skinny vases- stability - how to display in gallery

When viewing work in a "Gallery" it is safe to assume your glass art will not be handled by the patrons/viewers. Museum gel is meant to fasten the glass to a pedestal or shelf, not to a temporary base. Prospective purchasers must ask gallery staff for assistance. If this is more a retail s...
by DonMcClennen
Sun Jul 02, 2017 10:46 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Removing kiln wash to apply Boron Nitride
Replies: 1
Views: 6199

Re: Removing kiln wash to apply Boron Nitride

The grid like sandpaper used by drywallers will make short work of removing kilnwash.
by DonMcClennen
Fri Jun 23, 2017 12:03 pm
Forum: Photos and Stuff
Topic: Working my way back to a passion
Replies: 7
Views: 14703

Re: Working my way back to a passion

This is a fine example of combing your accomplished techniques with new experiment to create something original.. Congratulations!! Develop some; then sell them real quick before the copiers start their nonsense!
by DonMcClennen
Fri Jun 23, 2017 11:51 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: The load bearing capacity of glass - to bear its own weight
Replies: 10
Views: 17211

Re: The load bearing capacity of glass - to bear its own weight

I suggest you drill the holes big enough to allow a metal eyelet be inserted. These can be secured with a proper adhesive. This allows movement of the hanging cables to happen without causing abrasive stress on the raw glass at the hole.. Thicker (1/4") glass will accept 2 eyelets (one from eac...
by DonMcClennen
Sat Jun 10, 2017 1:56 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Cracked as a feature
Replies: 4
Views: 8334

Re: Cracked as a feature

Leave a little space between shards(1/8")when glueing in place for base glass to fill in during fusing for design.
by DonMcClennen
Sat Jun 10, 2017 11:29 am
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Cracked as a feature
Replies: 4
Views: 8334

Re: Cracked as a feature

Put piece of glass inside some newspaper... Hit with hammer.. restack on base glass..fire!!
by DonMcClennen
Sun May 28, 2017 3:23 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Is my compressor pooched?
Replies: 8
Views: 15330

Re: Is my compressor pooched?

Unless it's an oil less (more recent designs) one they do have a crankcase that needs to be topped up with oil from time to time. Mine has a small finger sized screw-in plug at the base of the finned casting.
by DonMcClennen
Wed Apr 26, 2017 4:38 pm
Forum: Newcomer Forum
Topic: Car window glass
Replies: 3
Views: 8254

Re: Car window glass

Car window glass use to be 2 thin layers of a glass sandwich with a thin plastic layer in the middle. If this is still the way its made then fusing is not an option..
by DonMcClennen
Sun Apr 23, 2017 11:27 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Ever put foil between two pieces of painted glass? Did you know someone has a patent on that?
Replies: 9
Views: 31355

Re: Ever put foil between two pieces of painted glass? Did you know someone has a patent on that?

I think Bills is stressing about the process and looking for something to post for what reason?? Why not just get in your studio and make stuff? As artists we are constantly trying out new experiments, new techniques.. some work, some don't.. move on. With all the bafflegab on the internet I doubt m...
by DonMcClennen
Fri Apr 07, 2017 12:12 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: BE 1411, anyone knows????
Replies: 6
Views: 9952

Re: BE 1411, anyone knows????

I still have some 1311 and 1411 on my shelf... both were very $$ glass.. beautiful when fired! Don't waste it!!
by DonMcClennen
Fri Mar 24, 2017 10:57 am
Forum: Art, philosophy, and content
Topic: Everyone needs a boost once in awhile.
Replies: 14
Views: 41751

Re: Everyone needs a boost once in awhile.

Sounds like a rant to me!! Not relative to this board. :?
by DonMcClennen
Sat Mar 11, 2017 3:00 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Hanging mirror construction
Replies: 6
Views: 10007

Re: Hanging mirror construction

Larger mirrors are usually (in my experience) 1/4" thick
by DonMcClennen
Thu Mar 09, 2017 3:42 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: Hanging mirror construction
Replies: 6
Views: 10007

Re: Hanging mirror construction

If you use the J shaped mirror mounting brackets (Home Depot) that will secure the mirror safely to the wall. Then your edge design could easily be silicone to mirror face. (use masking tape for 24hrs to hold design until silicone has cured)... Some relief may have to be ground or cast in back of yo...