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by tonyroberts
Fri Oct 05, 2012 1:18 pm
Forum: Techniques and Tools
Topic: large wall panel lighting
Replies: 2
Views: 3291

large wall panel lighting

Hi - it's good to be back, I've not visited here for too many years... I have a lighting problem, and wondered if anyone knew of a product to fit this requirement. I will be hanging A1-sized kiln-carved and cast panels in a number of reception areas. These locations all have the same dark design: no...
by tonyroberts
Sun Dec 16, 2007 11:24 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Breathability in investment casting
Replies: 0
Views: 9751

Re: Breathability in investment casting

Blind vents... I stick bamboo skewers thru the side of the investment container and into the wax positive wherever air-traps may form (chin, ears, nose on a bust, say). No need for wax on the skewer. Pour (or spatter) your investment, and steam out the positive. Leave the skewers in place, stuck thr...
by tonyroberts
Sun Dec 16, 2007 11:06 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: face casting
Replies: 0
Views: 7823

Re: face casting

My usual mix is 50% plaster, 50% flint or powdered silica, with something to increase strength - I use a little chopped glass fibre.

Experiment! Above all, keep it weak, else it'll break your glass.

Tony