Crystal W

Thanks for all your help. I was able to verify yesterday that the kiln wash can not be rewet. Thankfully we have found someone that does kiln repair work willing to take it for parts. So sad!

Grey at the top edge. It appears to have been brushed at least on the inside. I do not know, but there is a note affixed to the control panel with instructions for burning on decals. I managed to get some photos, attaching them.

I will be able to take and post some pictures tomorrow afternoon. It's a Skutt 1027-3 so I am relatively certain that it is capable of ceramics temperatures but I can double check for sure.

Thanks for responding! How could we tell the difference? It's a white/slightly offwhite coating all over the kiln. It does look smooth and even, and does not appear to be cracking or flaking.

Hi everyone. My Google skills have failed me on this question and so I am hoping someone here will have an answer. My friend has come into possession of a kiln that was previously used for glass only. It was never fired above 1200F. But the entire inside of the kiln has been coated with kiln wash. It's on the side bricks, on the top of the lid, and yes, on the elements. All I can find online is that kiln wash should only be used on the bottom of the kiln, but not why. Beyond shortening element life/possibly necessitating replacements and the possibility of flaking, is there anything to be aware of? Does this constitute damage, should she not fire it this way, etc.? Any info would be super helpful. Thanks!