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Yes. Hardwoods contain far more lye than softwoods.

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What is fuller's lye?

Fuller's lye is the liquid a craftsman uses that has been obtained by leaching wood ashes.


What do you make from wood ashes?

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What are the soap makers tools in colonial days?

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Will wood ashes hurt sweet corn?

Wood ashes contain potassium hydroxide (potash) which will be beneficial to the sweetcorn as it develops its fruit, as nitrates are used for leaf growth, potassium is used for fruit,seed production and phosphorous is used by root growth so it is ok to feed sweetcorn with wood ashes


Does SPLAT the hair dye have lye in it?

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