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Does Wood Ash Add Acidity to Soil?

Wood ash is the inevitable result of owning a wood stove or fireplace. Adding ashes to the garden is one way to get rid of ashes while adding useful nutrients to your soil at the same time. But because all gardens have different soil types and characteristics, wood ash cannot be recommended for all soils. Ash can make a useful addition to garden soils. pH Levels Soil pH indicates the acidity or alkalinity of your garden.

How to Remove the Grill of a Bose 901 Speaker

The Bose 901 series of speakers has been the flagship of Bose's speaker lineup for decades. Despite minor changes in the electronics and cosmetics of the system, the speakers have remained largely unchanged. Older systems may eventually need rehabilitation to repair worn speaker surrounds, or to fix damaged or torn speaker grill cloth. The first step in approaching these tasks is to remove the existing speaker grills. Remove the Grill of a Bose 901 Speaker Place the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver under the edge of a staple at the upper right side of the front speaker grill.

Tips for Cleaning the Ionic Pro Turbo

The Ionic Pro Turbo claims to capture airborne germs and bacteria while removing pet dander, pollen, smoke and other pollutants from indoor air. This air purifier does not require filters, but it does require periodic cleaning to maintain its effectiveness. Fortunately, this cleaning process is simple and requires no special tools. Regular Maintenance The Ionic Pro should be cleaned once a month or anytime the red Clean/Fault light is lit.

How to Install Eye Bolts

Adding lights or plants to a ceiling can add a nice effect to a room. To do that, you have to add an eye bolt to the ceiling and hang the chain from there. When done correctly, this job should take under 10 minutes to do. Things You Will Need + Drill Drill bits Large flathead screwdriver Eye bolt Stud finder Pencil Locate a drill bit that is smaller than the eye bolt body.

How to Remove White-Out From Plastic

White-out, also known as correction fluid, is a thick, white fluid that one applies in a thin layer onto mistakes in paper documents. It is available in a variety of applicators including a pen, a tape applicator and a bottle and brush applicator. Removing white-out stains can be challenging. After the fluid dries, it forms a hard surface on which you can type or write new words. Because of the chalky, hard consistency of the correction fluid, it can be challenging to remove it from other materials such as plastic.

Trees With Roots That Will Infiltrate Your Septic Tank

Waste water leaves a home via a "lateral" line -- a pipe that connect drains to the public sewer main, septic tank or cesspool. Over time, shifting soil or earthquake damage can separate or crack a lateral line. Roots from nearby trees infiltrate the pipe, creating blockage and clogged drains. The lateral line must then be cleaned with a drain auger. The best way to avoid the problem is to not plant trees with aggressive root systems near septic tanks, drain fields or plumbing pipes.

How to Find Discontinued Furniture

If you're looking for a particular brand of furniture but would like to avoid paying top price for the latest models, discontinued furniture is the way to go. If the factory produced millions of pieces of a particular line and model, chances are not every item was sold quickly or went from wholesaler to retailer to someone's home. Cast a wide enough net and you'll find the exact furniture you are looking for, and you may even come across something you like better.

How to Hang a Louver Door

Louvered doors come in many types. There are single doors, bi-fold doors, and even cabinet doors that may be louvered. They make great closet doors because they allow air to circulate in and out of the closet, keeping it from getting musty. The doors are most commonly bi-fold doors on closets and not hard to install. This project may take two or three hours to complete. Sarah Mooney Install the top track by measuring the top jamb width and divide it in half.

GE Profile Washer Troubleshooting Guide

Everyone loves the comfort of doing laundry in their home as opposed to a laundrymat. Having your own washer and dryer saves the time and expense of driving to another location to wash and dry your clothes. General Electric produces the Profile line of appliances to save energy by water conservation. Some of the common washer problems, with solutions, are as follows. Water Leaks GE Profile Washer Troubleshooting Guide If your washer is leaking water onto the floor, there are a few items to check for the problem.

How to Fix Eureka Vacuum Brushes That Won't Turn

Spinning agitator brushes dig deep into carpet fibers to fluff up your carpet while removing embedded dirt. If the brushes do not spin, you need to replace the rubber belt inside the motorized unit. Replacement belts are found where Eureka vacuums are sold. Things You Will Need + Replacement belt Screwdriver Tip Check your model number before purchasing a belt. Belts are specific to individual models. Warning Always make sure the vacuum or any electrical device is not plugged in before servicing.