I am trying to build my own small-scale kiln and have looked around at the options. The Virginia Tech seems too large a scale and cost-prohibitive. I was planning on a 12' L x 4' H x 2' D kiln. I was going to heat it using 3 100W light bulbs, a 535 CFM vent fan to circulate air on one end, and a passive flap on the other end (think dryer vent) to open on the opposite side when the fan kicks on. I am going to attach a Ronco temperature cut-of switch to regulate the light if the temps get too hot. I am trying to keep costs down under $400 and my 2 questions are:
1) I see radiant barrier foil and was considering lining my interior with that (R rating is crap but wondered about the heating value
2) does this kiln make sense
I am trying keep the drying time down to about a month and avoid the huge electricity draw of a dehumidifier.
Any help would be appreciated