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Using Refractory Clay in Cob??....

 
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I am having a lot of trouble getting my hands on local clay in my area, however, I have found a source for Refractory Clay and have heard other talk about using it, but not in any detail. Can I use this to make my cob? If so, what are the ratios I need to use?

Thank you all so much for all the help you've already given me!
 
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Refractory Clay will work just fine, and the ratio will be very similar to that of a good quality found clay. You may find this informative:

http://www.traditionaloven.com/articles/101/what-is-fire-clay-and-where-to-get-it
 
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