Many non-metals have low melting and boiling points. When non-metals are in a solid state, they are usually brittle so you can’t beat them into shape. Carbon – a dull, dark grey solid and is ...

If you want to do casting at home, you’ll need a way to melt metal. [Jake]’s DIY foundry ... check out the overview of the device and a demo of melting aluminium.

and other metals such as copper or bismuth, it has a low melting point (approximately 200°C), often used to make jewellery, candlesticks, outside light fixtures or tankards Solder Grey in colour ...