Kiln Firing Glass: Glass Fusing Book One [Paperback]

Boyce Lundstrom (Author), Daniel Schwoerer (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Vitreous Pubns; 2nd edition (June 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0961228237
• ISBN-13: 978-0961228231
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,621 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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208 of 214 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for your library., February 23, 1999

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This review is from: Kiln Firing Glass: Glass Fusing Book One (Paperback)

This volume is a must for beginners and a great adjunct for the experienced glass worker. It has a wealth of information covering tools, compatibility testing, annealing, glass qualities, kiln and kiln preparating, sagging, slumping, fusing, cutting, grinding and polishing. Boyce Lundstrom provides a the detail necessary to make fine glass products the first time around. Worth every penny.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars glass kiln firing, September 6, 2007

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This review is from: Kiln Firing Glass: Glass Fusing Book One (Paperback)

I suppose this is considered one of the best books out there for glass fusing, but I was disappointed that it did not include more practical information for beginners. I had more questions when I finished reading it than I did before I read it. It is interesting, but definately not a how to book for beginners.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference Book, April 21, 2009

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Adam Melita (Norfolk, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kiln Firing Glass: Glass Fusing Book One (Paperback)

I just started working wth kiln formed glass. This is the book I have learned the most from. It answered many of my questions and provided some valuable technical advice. Now, mind you, it is dated, in terms of equipment & chemical use...we now have digital controls and specialty products. But if you have ever asked yourself what if, why or why not when kiln forming, Lundstrom has the answer. He had been there, someone had tried that, and here's what happened in 1984.

Simple and basic layout a plus. Few glossy/color photos and projects are dated (possible minus for some). For some, it may be a little pricey for an "old" book. Get it used if you can. But if you want good info, this book is for you.