Repeat adding slat for the next 4 to 5 succeeding weeks. Fermentation resulting in bubble formation should contiue about 4 weeks. Test bubbles by tapping container on the side with your hand. Let stand about 4 hours. Let stand 4 hours.
Cover cucumbers a third time with hot water.
Those are the basics for preparing brined cucumbers for pickling. Then 4 to 6 weeks are allowed for the product to cure and develope a satisfactory flavor. You can find my favorite recipes for both brined and fresh pack on my Pickle Recipes Page. If you need a certain recipe that you don't find there, please E-Mail me .