[TheForge] Mineral Wool

[Steven Smith]

Both Kaowool and Durablanket are brand names. Within each brand name are 
different products designed to work at different temperatures. You will 
be unhappy if you get an inexpensive, low temperature wool. I use 
Durablanket "S".

I agree with Bruce's recommendation of 2" thick, 8 pounds per cubic foot 
density. The denser stuff lasts better against mechanical damage. You 
also should put a seal coat on the inside of your forge. You make up a 
sort of mud and paint it on. I use Satanite. More expensive options that 
reflect IR and improve the efficiency of your forge include ITC100.

I do wish someone would measure before and after with ITC100. So far, 
all I've heard is anecdotal "it was hotter".

Steve

Jerry Smith wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I need a number or a name or something for model or
> brand of mineral wool, I need to buy some mineral wool
> for rebuilding my forge and to build a new furnace for
> melting glass.
>
> I am using Frosty's design for the burner, it works
> great for me.
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jerry
>
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