firepolish for Pressed Glass

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jim burchett
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firepolish for Pressed Glass

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Hoping that someone can save me some time. Loo king for the lowest temp I can fire 1or 2mm pressed glass to achieve a shiny finish? would a light dusting of clear powder help? trying to avoid any thickening or rolling of the edges Thanks
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Re: firepolish for Pressed Glass

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Generally I sandblast then fire to around 1350 to 1375F with a short hold. At that temperature it shines but It doesn't really roll the edges. Would probably work ok if you didn't sandblast, but sandblasting gives you a better finish.

For powder on top you would need to go higher to get the powder to melt into the glass, somewhere over 1400. And that might distort the edges.
jim burchett
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Re: firepolish for Pressed Glass

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Thanks Brad
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