gmp Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 I made some tarts today using 75/25 4794 and J223. I heated to 185, added fo, and poured around 140. When I popped them out of the molds, they were not shiny, but looked like a powdery film had settled on them. They just didn't look attractive. Does anyone know how I can avoid this? Thank you very much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Maybe try pouring hotter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted July 13, 2007 Author Share Posted July 13, 2007 yeah, I was thinking I may have poured too cool. I will try again tomorrow. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiffandsniff Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 What sort of wax are you using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted July 14, 2007 Author Share Posted July 14, 2007 I am using 75% 4794 and 25% J223.I checked with Flicker from BCN earlier today and she said I should be pouring bet. 170 and 180. I know she is very knowledgable but that does seem high to me. Does the 170-180 sound right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyvega Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 Hey Gina, I don't use that wax, but that's what temp I pour my tarts at - if that is a preblend wax that temp should be fine. I use a blend of 1343/container wax w/a pinch of vybar in it and pour around 175. They come out nice n shiny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted July 14, 2007 Author Share Posted July 14, 2007 Thanks so much! I'm going to try again soon with the higher pour temp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyvega Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Did ya do it yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted July 16, 2007 Author Share Posted July 16, 2007 Did ya do it yet? :laugh2: Actually, at the eleventh hour I decided to forego the molds and get clamshells, so I am waiting for those before I trudge ahead. Probably best cos I have a cold I can't shake and I can't smell a darn thing anyway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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