In a pause so I thought I'd get these up . . .finally :-)

These are of the burn out kiln.
My homemade ceramic shell process isn't up to speed yet. The first batches made weak shell.

Old mini fridge.

I am wondering if anyone has plans or suggestions for a wax burnout kiln? Currently we are using a kiln which is constructed out of an oil drum, which work well, but it is loaded from the top making it difficult to get the molds in and out of the kiln. Majority or the bronze sculpture object which we are casting are within 6"-2.5' in height, so I was thinking of a front loading design might be a good approach.