This is a really funny thread we've got going here. When I complained
about the red overglaze (the F series, non-toxic) to an Amaco rep at
NAEA, he told me that red needs oxidation, and to try putting the
red-glazed pieces on the top shelf and leaving the peephole open. I
leave all the peepholes open 'til about the last hour. Since taking his
advice the reds have come out beautifully, both the over- and
underglazes.
Perhaps the best source of info would be your glaze manufacturer.
Maggie
Christa Wise wrote:
>
> Re: "I forget. Do I put the red glazed pots at the top or the bottom of
> the kiln?"
> Reply: "Put them on the top shelf and leave the upper peephole open; red needs
> lots of oxygen to come out well."
> Next reply: "bottom..keep it cool!!!"
> Next reply: "LOL!! maybe you should put them in the middle! i also heard
> not to put them
> in the same kiln with anything green."
>
> With advice like this, no wonder I am confused. Well, I tried the top shelf
> next to the peephole and we got a lovely shade of mushroom brown. Next time
> we will try the bottom.
> I AM going to get this right.
> Christa
>
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