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My paperweights were always cloudy until I changed one kiln setting
For weeks, I couldn't figure out why my paperweights had persistent haze inside. A veteran blower suggested checking the annealing ramp down speed. I slowed it from 150 degrees Fahrenheit per hour to 75 degrees, and the difference was immediate. Now my pieces come out crystal clear every time.
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wade9916h ago
Annealing is everything for clarity, no doubt about it. Tbh, I learned that the hard way after ruining a whole batch of pieces. Slowing the ramp down lets the glass relieve internal stress without clouding up. Many newcomers rush this step and end up with haze every time. Your fix is spot on, and it's why veteran advice is priceless. Stick with that slower speed, and you'll never go back.
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david_harris5314h ago
Wait, you ruined a whole batch? @wade99, that's brutal! I can't imagine the frustration of seeing all that work go hazy. Slowing the ramp is non-negotiable, but I've never heard of it causing a complete loss. What kind of pieces were you making when that happened?
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