There are 3 ways to fire Art Clay Silver:
1) Kiln, 2)Gas Torch, 3)Gas Stove.
Temperature is critical because over firing can cause the silver
to melt.
Art Clay Silver matures at 870°C, a sintering temperature.
This heat causes the silver particles to fuse together. This
is only slightly lower than the melting temperature for fine
silver (961.78°C). Fluctuations in firing temperature can
result in reaching melting temperature.
2. What are
the limitations firing with the gas torch or gas stove?
1) Should not fire glass, ceramics or other
materials sensitive to rapid temperature changes.
2) Should not fire pieces larger than 25g, or piece larger than
a 4cm in diameter.
3. How to
support a delicate object during firing?
Using a soft ceramic fiber cloth/blanket.
4. What is
not suitable to fire?
Never fire plastic, styrofoam, or similar
materials. Aluminum foil must also be avoided. If you are uncertain,
DON'T fire it.
