Kevin
from
United Kingdom
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Hi There, Is this product suitable for fixing cracks in my clay tandoor oven.
Thanks
Kevin
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Scarva Replies:
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Yes this will work, however it is important to note this product drys white in case it does not match your existing oven.
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Bruce
from
United Kingdom
asks
I am replacing the seal between the lid and body on my kiln. Can I use the liquid kiln cement as an "adhesive" to hold the new seal in place?
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Scarva Replies:
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Yes this is perfect.
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Thidaa
from
United Kingdom
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What is the highest temperature this can withstand? Thanks
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Scarva Replies:
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The highest temperature this can withstand is approximately 1300ºC.
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Fiona
from
United Kingdom
asks
Hello.
There are no instructions with the product. How long should I let this dry before firing in kiln please ?
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Scarva Replies:
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Hi there,
This will be ready to fire after a few hours. I would suggest firing slowly on the first firing to stop any excess moisture content from boiling out. 60°C per hour should be fine. After 300°C you can ramp up a little faster.
Hope this helps!
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david daale
from
United Kingdom
asks
I purchased some of this white kiln cement
I have put some in my furnace and heated it to 250C.It has gone a grey colour !!
Do i have to heat higher to make it white ?
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Scarva Replies:
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Yes it will have to go to 1000oC to be completely cured.
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Alex
from
United Kingdom
asks
is this suitable for the small microwave kilns?
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Scarva Replies:
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No it is not suitable.
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roger wilkinson
from
United Kingdom
asks
Hi.
Would this product be suitable for repairing deep holes in bricks (25mm).
If so would it need to be put on in layers and allowed to dry before putting another layer on.
Thank you.
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Scarva Replies:
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Hi,
If you add Molochite 30s - 80s, 60s or 80s in to the mixture 50/50 you will not need to apply it in layers as it will account for the shrinkage.
Hope this helps!
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Simon
from
United Kingdom
asks
Hi would this product be suitable to repair a cracked fire brick for an open wood/coal burning fire.
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Scarva Replies:
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Hi, yes this should be fine for your application. Apply and allow to dry for a few days before lighting the fire again as drying too quickly may lead to cracking the cement.
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Gillian
from
United Kingdom
asks
Hi, In the past I've used this, as recommended, to attach fiber glass insulation to my kiln door edge very successfully.
Could I also use it to fill in the rusty bits on the kilns surface, esp at the edges?
If not is there anything I can do to help the spread of the rust and fill any gaps?? Thanks
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Scarva Replies:
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To help prevent rust which is increasingly hard as the kiln gets older you would be best treating it with an anti rust paint or sealer you will be able to get one of these from a good hardware store. It will help to an extent and prolong the life of the kiln but due to the high temperature and exposure to moisture the rust will persist.
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sean
from
Ireland
asks
Could I plaster a wall with it behind a stove? If so can I paint over it?
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Scarva Replies:
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This cement is used for the repair of kilns I think there are better materials on the market for your application. I would suggest going to a good hardware store and asking their advice on a suitable product. Hope this helps.
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Nicola
from
United Kingdom
asks
Hello. Can I use this to repair my microwave kiln? Please.
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Scarva Replies:
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Yes this product will be suitable for this repair.
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MICHAEL
from
Ireland
asks
Hi,
Can this be used on outdoor woodfired oven, to build arch with Firebricks?, archway will be exposed to the elements. Thanks
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Scarva Replies:
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Yes this cement is suitable.
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Emma
from
United Kingdom
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Would this be suitable for a Prometheus pro 7 kiln?
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Scarva Replies:
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This kiln cement may be used to repair any kiln up to 1350oC.
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Rosemary
from
United Kingdom
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Could you use this to reattach a piece of broken bisque ware?
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Scarva Replies:
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Hi, not really. You'd be better using one of the two products within https://www.scarva.com/en/Marx-Menders/b-77.aspx
Pick the temperature based on your final firing temp and follow the instructions provided with the product. Hope this helps!
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Sharon
from
United Kingdom
asks
I noticed a couple of cracks in the kiln bricks in my electric kiln. Is this the correct product to repair? Also, there are some gaps between bricks - would it be a good idea to fill them?
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Scarva Replies:
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Cracks in kiln bricks are very normal and nothing to worry about providing the brick is held in place and not loose. The cracks are caused by the contraction between hot and cold, these cracks and gaps will expand and close as the kiln heats up so it is important to leave them alone. I would only recommend using the kiln cement to repair broken bits of brickwork or if brickwork was loose or damaged.
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High temperature kiln cement comes in ready made liquid paste form. General purpose air setting cement use to join bricks, fibre, kiln repairs or fill in cracks.
