Cloth Paper Scissors - January/February 2009 - (Page 51) CAUTIONS • The skillet temperature should not exceed 220 degrees. At 250 degrees encaustic fumes become toxic and will start smoking. Use a thermometer to check that the temperature gauge of the skillet is accurate. • Good ventilation is necessary—open a window and use a fan facing away from the work area to draw any fumes away from you. • The heat gun gets very hot; it is important to get in the habit of turning it off note: The encaustic will not adhere to after every use. acrylic paint, gesso, or Plexiglas®. 2. 3. note: When performing subsequent fusing steps, keep in mind how the heat will affect the appearance of the artwork. The heat gun can move and distort the melting wax. C P S
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