[TheForge] Kaowool/Durablanket

[Steven Smith]

Andy Gladish wrote:
> Durablanket comes as S, HP-S and 2600. "Recommended Operating
> Temperatures" range from 1800 to 2450 F. I've been very happy using
> Durablanket S, rated at 2150 F recommended.
>
> Thanks, I didn't realize this.
> I found that when I replaced the inner inch of Kaowool (inner one of 2 1"
> layers) with D-blanket, my forge really cranked up in heating ability. Is
> the Durablanket made to reflect more heat? I remember it getting really
> bright in there all of a sudden on the day I put it in.
>
> Andy
>   
Andy, I have no idea. I started out using Durablanket S because I could 
get it at a significantly better price than Kaowool, haven't changed since.

Steve