Chimney:
CURING
THE CHIMNEY BEFORE USE.
We
recommend That you seal your chimney after purchase with a sealer
to prevent
moisture
from penetrating the clay. This should be done every year
depending on
the
usage and weather exposure.
It
is also suggested that you bring your chimney indoors when
freezing temperatures
are
expected. Clay is breakable and extreme cold can cause damage.
PREPARATION.
Put
your chimney in its stand on a non-flammable, stable surface out
of the way of
children
and pets.
Insert
sand in the bottom of the chimney, about 2" - 5"
from the bottom lip of the opening.
To
cure your chimney you must start slowly using a small fire of a
few twigs and kindling
and
a small pinion log. Start with a small fire to let the clay get
used to the
heat.
Allow
this fire to go out completely. Let your chimney cool completely
for a few hours. Build
your
next fire the same way using small twigs and kindling, let it burn
completely, and
again
let your chimney cool completely. After three or four small fires
you can build a normal
size
fire.
The
curing process allows soot and resin to build up on the inside of
your new chimney.
This
process prolongs its life.
Be
warned, excessive fires will crack the chimney.
Most
of our Garden Pottery comes to us sealed and painted for
protection from too much moisture. When possible elevate your
pottery above wet conditions. A stand, saucer
or rock will elevate the pot out of the mud and help prevent
deterioration.
Freezing
conditions will deteriorate pottery also. When freezing
conditions are predicted cover your pots or move them to a
protected area.
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