Gardening Tip: Test your soil’s pH before adding wood ash. A light application can help maintain balanced soil, but avoid using it on plants that thrive in acidic conditions. 2. Natural Pest ...

Watch as an ash log is carefully sawed into perfect slabs, showcasing the rich patterns and textures that make this wood truly unique. The intricate grain and natural elegance of ash make it one ...

Wood ash has a high pH, usually around 10 to 12, says Chelsea McKinley, plant health specialist at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C. Most plants prefer a soil pH of around 6.5.

If you have a wood stove or a fireplace, one of spring’s rituals is shoveling out the ashes. And if you’re in tune with the philosophy of recycling plant residues back into the natural cycle ...

Courtesy of Technowood. The palette of six available wood textures makes it possible to create combinations with different materials, from light woods such as Ash and Beech to deep tones such as ...

From the Archives. Over the years, we’ve seen it all—from ash to zebrawood and everything in between. And whether it’s painted, stained, or shellacked, wood never goes out of style.

The history, color and texture and wood properties of white ash are available in more detail on the Hardwoods of the Central Midwest page for the species. For full article and photos view Purdue ...

For added texture during the floor refinishing process, Peterson recommends a technique called wire brushing which enhances the natural grain of the wood. “Wire brushing the floor is kind of ...

With a changing climate and a focus on sustainability, studies suggest volcanic ash and a form of processed super-wood could be used as materials for building in the future.