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Fusing and Stained Glass Tips and FAQ's => Fusing Tips and FAQ's => Topic started by: sandmor1 on April 18, 2014, 08:21:04 AM

Title: cooling..
Post by: sandmor1 on April 18, 2014, 08:21:04 AM
I usually take the fused piece out of the kiln when the kiln has reached 38c.

But I know that the temp inside the glass is higher.  Do I have to wait until the piece is cold before slumping it or can I go staight ahead and slump.

Thanks

Sandra
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: June on April 18, 2014, 11:25:46 AM
I've no idea but sometimes you just have to try things out! There are a lot of fusing forums about, have you looked at any of these?
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: Nicknack on April 18, 2014, 11:30:48 AM
Try it and see.  I don't think I'd worry, but I'm not exactly the world's most patient person! ::) :)

Nick
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: flaming beads on April 18, 2014, 11:37:37 AM
I'd just do it, as 38 isn't bad. But if you'd rather be sure, I'd ask Dawn Turner ;)
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: sandmor1 on April 18, 2014, 01:36:12 PM
Quote from: June on April 18, 2014, 11:25:46 AM
I've no idea but sometimes you just have to try things out! There are a lot of fusing forums about, have you looked at any of these?

I have looked on quite a few sites and also googled the question but so far I haven't come up with an answer.

I guess I will have to bite the bullet and have a go but I think I'll try it with something I am not bothered about

Sandra
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: micpru on April 21, 2014, 10:34:30 AM
Should be fine I usually do it! X
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: Sarah A on April 21, 2014, 12:05:33 PM
If I'm short of time I've frequently taken things out at around 100 and wrapped them in a tea towel to cool. They stay warm for ages and are great hand warmers at a cold craft fair! Never had any problems...yet!
Title: Re: cooling..
Post by: MeadMoon on April 22, 2014, 09:08:17 AM
In the past I have just gone ahead and slumped while the piece is still warmish and not had any problems yet.  I would be more worried about cracking the slumping mould if the kiln was significantly warmer than the mould to start off with.