[TheForge] Kaowool vs Soft Fire Brick

[Charles Vincent]

That is what has worked for me for years, and what I recall many others using a as well.

Charles

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> On Aug 17, 2016, at 7:12 PM, Rob Fertner <rfertner at cox.net> wrote:
> 
> I would suggest fire brick floor (change as needed) and kaowool for the
> chamber.
> 
> Rob
> Wichita, KS
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: TheForge [mailto:theforge-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Daniel
> Kretchmar
> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 6:59 PM
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> Subject: [TheForge] Kaowool vs Soft Fire Brick
> 
> I have questions for the hivemind:
> 
> I wish to build a new forced air forge.  My current plan is (starting from
> the outside) 1. A shell from a 40 lb propane tank 2. A layer of fitted soft
> brick with high temp mortar or a layer of kaowool 3. satanite 4. Itc-100
> 
> Questions: Will softbrick insulate as well as kaowool?  Will soft brick be
> more durable when using borax for flux or will it melt just as easily?
> 
> Suggestions are appreciated.
> 
> Danr
> www.,irontreeworks.com
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