[TheForge] Kaowool vs Soft Fire Brick

[CGRAF]

   Hard firebrick works also for the floor.





On 8/17/2016 8:20 PM, Charles Vincent wrote:
> 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
>> To: Blacksmithing List Sponsored by ABANA
>> Subject: [TheForge] Kaowool vs Soft Fire Brick
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>> 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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