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drying with microwave

updated sun 18 aug 02

 

Chris and Nissa on fri 16 aug 02


A couple of posts mention drying with a microwave particularly for short
workshops. Anyone doing this that has any pointers or input..I'd like to do
once fire Raku.

Thanks,
Chris Koivisto
Duluth, MN

Valerie Johnson on sat 17 aug 02


I have used this method for making mugs; you can put the handles on within
about 30 minutes of finishing throwing. I believe I microwaved 6 mugs for
about 4-5 minutes, they are steaming hot when they come out! My microwave
has a turntable, which I think is probably helpful.
Valerie Johnson
Eads, Tennessee