{"title":"Day 5: Kiln Essentials Day","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln Furniture Post - 20% Off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBullseye Shelf Primer Kiln Wash - 20% Off (all sizes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound Papyros paper - 20% Off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestment (Plastac Silica) - 20% Off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaik Brush Sheep Hair - 20% Off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibre Blanket - 20% Off\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bullseye-shelf-primer","title":"Bullseye Shelf Primer","description":"\u003cp\u003eBullseye Shelf Primer is the perfect product for your glass fusing needs. This kiln shelf wash primer is of a high-quality that ensures consistent results and reliability. . Create beautiful, reliable glass art with Bullseye Shelf Primer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBullseye's popular pink formula. Each batch is kiln-tested to ensure consistency from run to run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevents your glass from sticking to kiln shelves and molds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload Bullseye's user \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bullseyeglass.com\/images\/stories\/bullseye\/PDF\/other_technical\/bullseye_shelf_primer_instructions.pdf\" title=\"Bullseye Shelf Primer User Guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eguide here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCode: 008222-PRMR-MEACH\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bullseye","offers":[{"title":"150 gram Sampler","offer_id":14457473564721,"sku":"INV0026","price":11.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 gram Jar","offer_id":14457473597489,"sku":"INV0026-400","price":29.15,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kilo refill","offer_id":14457473630257,"sku":"INV0026-1k","price":50.87,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/1653\/products\/images--1.jpg?v=1750987296"},{"product_id":"fibre-blanket","title":"Fibre Blanket","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs a shelf separator, it helps prevent bubbles between the shelf and the glass. 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Available in a number thicknesses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5mm (box has a roll length - 90000x610mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 mm \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(box has a roll length - 60000x610mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 mm (box has a roll length - 30000x610mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 mm (box has a roll length - 21000x610mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm (box has a roll length - 12000x610mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 mm (box has a roll length - 6000x610mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lightweight refractory material processed from high purity alumina-silica fibers. Withstands temperatures up to 2300 degrees F (1260 degrees C). Contains an organic binder which burns off at 1250 degrees F (677 degrees C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring burn-off the kiln and studio must be well ventilated. These refractory fiber papers when heated above 1800 degrees F (982 degrees C) transform to Cristobalite, a form of crystaline silica, which may cause lung injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not contain asbestos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the packing requirements of the paper it is posted as a separate item and will incur a separate postage charge if ordering other items.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chockadoo","offers":[{"title":"0.5mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":43842363556097,"sku":null,"price":3.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5mm \/ Box","offer_id":43842363982081,"sku":null,"price":252.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":14652559360049,"sku":null,"price":5.05,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1mm \/ Box","offer_id":43844499243265,"sku":null,"price":277.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":14652559392817,"sku":null,"price":10.1,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2mm \/ Box","offer_id":43844499439873,"sku":null,"price":272.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":14652559425585,"sku":null,"price":14.85,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3mm \/ Box","offer_id":43842364768513,"sku":null,"price":272.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5mm \/ Box","offer_id":43842369552641,"sku":null,"price":272.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":43842363949313,"sku":null,"price":32.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10mm \/ Box","offer_id":43842369585409,"sku":null,"price":272.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5mm \/ 610 x 610mm","offer_id":43975846756609,"sku":null,"price":14.85,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/1653\/products\/fibre.jpg?v=1748572092"},{"product_id":"kiln-furniture-prop","title":"Kiln furniture - prop","description":"\u003cp\u003e2.5cm high by 2cm wide kiln post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold as an individual post (not a set of four)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chockadoo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43654740115713,"sku":null,"price":3.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/1653\/products\/DSC_1921.jpg?v=1740621775"},{"product_id":"papyros-kiln-round-shelf-paper","title":"PAPYROS Kiln round shelf paper 33cm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePAPYROS™ Kiln Shelf Paper is a ceramic-based paper specially formulated for glass fusing. When placed between the kiln shelf and the underside of a glass project, PAPYROS prevents the glass from sticking to the shelf during firing. Because of its sturdy composition, PAPYROS provides excellent glass\/kiln shelf separation on the first use, and frequently even in subsequent firings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sheet is 33cm in diameter. \u003cspan\u003e Due to the packing requirements of the paper it is posted as a separate item and will incur a separate postage charge if ordering other items.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Papyros","offers":[{"title":"Single Sheet","offer_id":43749425545473,"sku":"roundsingle","price":9.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":43749425578241,"sku":"roundp5pack","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":43749425611009,"sku":"roundp10pack","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/1653\/products\/Papyros-Circle13D-wShelf-c-300x300.jpg?v=1750987279"},{"product_id":"bullseyes-investment-plaster-silica","title":"Bullseye's Investment (Plaster Silica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA simple mixture of #1 Casting Plaster and silica flour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSafety First Mix in a well-ventilated area while wearing a NIOSH-approved respirator. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing Steps \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1. Determine how much investment material you will need for your project. We advise overestimating as having a little leftover investment material is better than scrambling to make more while the prior batch is quickly setting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2. Measure out a water-to-investment ratio of 1:1.75 by weight. (For a chart that pairs void size with water and investment ratios, see page 8 of Bullseye’s TipSheet 5: Bullseye Box Casting.) For a stronger mould (such as may be necessary for a tall mould), increase the amount of dry investment in the ratio to as high as 1:2. For a weaker mould (such as that used to form the core for a hollow casting) reduce the amount of dry investment so that the ratio is as low 1:1.5. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3. Measure out the appropriate amount of clean water. If your tap water is particularly hard or high in sulphur, consider using distilled water. Pour the water into a clean mixing bucket. Be aware that a mixing bucket containing residue from previously mixed investments will cause subsequent batches to set very quickly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4. Steadily sift all of the required investment into the water. An island of dry material will form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5. Once all of the investment has been added, allow it to become fully saturated. (This saturation process is called “slaking.” Slaking minimizes potential lumps and reduces air bubbles in the final investment.) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6. When the island of material has become fully saturated, dip your hand in and break up any chunks. Feel the consistency. It should have a creamy texture. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7. Mix the investment by hand for 3–5 minutes or with an electric mixer\/drill for 1–2 minutes. Note: Mixing will cause the investment to begin to set. Depending on the amount you’re working with, you will have 5–20 minutes to apply the investment material to your project. Disposal Never pour investment down the drain. Instead, dispose of it with your normal household trash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bullseye","offers":[{"title":"5 lb Bucket","offer_id":44351190860033,"sku":"008244-CAST-M-P005","price":104.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/1653\/files\/008244-CAST-M-P005_01.jpg?v=1740621479"},{"product_id":"haik-brush-sheep-hair","title":"Haik Brush Sheep Hair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"642\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eHaik Brush\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional tool ideal for kiln workers who value precision and smooth coverage when applying kiln wash to their shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"642\" class=\"\"\u003eThis smaller size is great for small shelves. Measuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e4.5 x 14.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this brush is made with soft, natural \u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"360\"\u003esheep hair\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing excellent absorbency and an even flow. It's perfect for applying thin, consistent layers without streaks or clumping. The wide bristle design allows for broad, fluid strokes, reducing the need for repeated applications and helping to ensure a clean, professional finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"1002\" class=\"\"\u003eThe handle is crafted for comfort and control, making it easy to use with various kiln wash mixtures. 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