@J Cummings posted:Some questions were raised about construction of my oven. First, most anything would work for an oven. One thread mentioned using a cardboard box lined with aluminum foil. Another spoke of a wooden box. So bottom line is use materials that are available. I used old realtor signs that were lying in my neighbor's backyard (he said I could), 1" x 1.5" furring strips, 4' x 8' x 3/4" foil faced foam sheeting, 2 low profile electrical sockets, 9' extension cord, machine screws and bolts, wood screws, three handles, foil tape used by A/C to seal duct work. Pictures provided.
To secure the sockets I created studs up through the bottom of the oven. I then pushed the bottom piece of foil faced foam sheeting down over the studs. The electrical sockets were then positioned over the studs after the electrical wiring was completed. See picture. ATTENTION: I would consider the foil facing on the sheeting as a conductor. Ensure it does not come in contact with any of the wiring. CAUTION: when locating the spot for the socket/s ensure you allow ample space between the actual bulb and side of the oven.
The realtor signs are about 1/4" thick with a thin metal membrane. They were extremely easy to cut with my saber saw using a metal blade. Furring strips were attached to the edges of the sides; the sides were then connected together with additional wood screws forming the box structure. The foil faced sheeting was cut and inserted; the individual pieces held each other in place. Where I had too much slop on the inside corners, I used the foil backed tape.
I cut the top larger than needed so it would set over the top opening of the oven.
I bent some flat metal to serve as rails(2) inside the box; and some 1/4" square rod for the cross members from which the hangers would be placed. You could use something else you had on hand.
Wiring was done using the 9' extension cord cutting off the receptacle end and some wire connectors. If you aren't comfortable doing the wiring get some assistance.
Before painting something always 'test' hang it in the oven. This will ensure you are using a good hanger that doesn't allow the piece to drag the bottom or swing over and hit the side.
After all I did constructing my oven, I might just try the cardboard box with heavy duty aluminum foil next go-round.
After all my questions about building an oven and seeing JC's notes, I'm ready to build - but I may not have to.
Amazingly, my wife's reaction to an oven in the basement was why not do it in the kitchen. She's more concerned about my having another electrical device in the basement to forget to turn off than she is about the paint fumes.
As for paint fumes, I'd like some advice on how bad is that likely to be ?
What is the usual baking time, and what is the ideal temperature range ?
Should I leave the oven door ajar to avoid a buildup of fumes to burst out when I open the door ? I need to avoid getting fumes into the rest of our house. I do have a door that opens from the kitchen to an outside porch and can set up several fans to get good air flow. The kitchen has large windows.
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