Kiln Opening Temp

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16 minutes ago, Bill Kielb said:

Yes find a suitable glove and use it. Some kilns have a small metal prop on the outside  which I rather prefer as it saves the bricks from damage but everything will be hot, especially the lid handle. It likely won’t be 800 degrees though as it’s being cooled by the air around it. Welders gloves are common for many but they will not allow you to hold something hot forever so reasonable care and safety is usually in order.

I knew a potter that kept a t handle hook close by just for the occasion. He would hook the handle lift slightly and release  the metal prop and gently close the kiln, no gloves. Pretty creative and worked for him without using gloves. Definitely not for everyone though.

Wow thank you so much! You don't know how much this has helped. I've been scouring the internet. Thanks again.