I really appreciate the info some of this is actually starting to make
sense. It seems I need to buy a few things before I start anyway.
Will also look into to observing. These are all good suggestions.
I had an electrician wire the house and install a plug especially for
the kiln -- it required a special outlet and wiring like that used for
a dryer, so I am not worried about that. I have the kiln in the
garage so I am also not worried to much about venting as I plan to
leave door open as much as possible. I am worried about the bricks
and/or elements if they were damaged but pottery place gave me name
and card for something called a kiln doctor who comes to the kiln and
fixes it -- just hope I can afford the doc.
Y'all have been great and I just hope I can find someone local who
will let me watch and be as nice about it. Thanks again, will let you
know how things go...
