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Re:[teacherartexchange] ceramic kiln

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From: Jerry Vilenski (jvilenski_at_TeacherArtExchange)
Date: Sun Jan 11 2009 - 08:59:46 PST

I have had very good luck with EvenHeat kilns, made in the states, and an excellent value for the money, in my opinion. I think you need to purchase them from a dealer, and the one I used was Runyan Pottery in Michigan. They are a family owned business and give you tons of personal attention and free advice. I think if you compare prices, you will find EvenHeat to be substantially below other companies, giving you the latitude to buy a larger kiln that will service your needs for quite a while. I maintained two kilns in my art room, one computerized, which I used exclusively, and one manual, which served as my auxilary emergency back up kiln, just in case.
I have never had an EvenHeat kiln misfire or destroy pottery in 34 years, if that is any indication of quality. Don't forget to factor in venting the kiln, because clay and glaze emits a lot of noxious stuff into the air which could be harmful to both you and your students.

       

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