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I used to think my old coal forge was fine, but switching to a propane burner from Diamondback Ironworks changed my whole shop setup
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the_linda10d ago
Honestly the biggest difference for me was the cleanup time. With coal you're always dealing with clinkers and ash removal, but propane just shuts off clean. My shop stays way cleaner now and I'm not breathing in all that dust. It's also easier to control the heat for different projects without waiting for the coal to catch up. The initial cost hurt but not having to constantly buy coal bags adds up.
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nancyj1110d ago
My granddad's old coal forge in his barn taught me the craft. There's a quality to the heat and the way metal moves under a coal fire that propane just can't match for traditional work. I actually find the routine of managing the fire and pulling clinkers to be a focused part of the process, not just a cleanup chore. The smell and the sound of a coal forge create an atmosphere that feels right for the work I do. For me, giving that up for the convenience of propane would take something important away from the experience.
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