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Getting rid of ashes from a fire

Posted By: Reenie

Getting rid of ashes from a fire - 04/24/19 01:24 AM

Has anyone had experience cleaning up after a forest fire? We spent $1000 last summer having our cedar decking cleaned and re-stained, and then came all the widlfires that left behind a layer of ash on everything. Then the rains came and made a muck of it all. There is ash residue all over our deck, although I have scrubbed it. We tracked some of the ash indoors, too, onto the tiled floor of our kitchen. Likewise, I have scrubbed that with a variety of cleaners and still the ashy stain is there. I'm so discouraged.

I'd love some input on how to get out from under this! A link to a site that maybe discusses this sort of cleanup?
Posted By: Starcom

Re: Getting rid of ashes from a fire - 04/24/19 01:54 AM

be careful about breathing it in... below is very useful and detailed method of cleaning up ashes:

https://www.ourair.org/ash-cleanup/

Good luck and be safe
Posted By: BrownEyedTigre

Re: Getting rid of ashes from a fire - 04/24/19 02:36 AM

I am a huge fan of Wet and Forget Outdoor (and Indoor). If all else fails, I'd give it a shot!
Posted By: Draclvr

Re: Getting rid of ashes from a fire - 04/24/19 05:02 AM

Wood ash is difficult to clean. I keep seeing baking powder recommended, so that might be worth a shot. I also found this.

https://www.stain-removal-101.com/ashes-stain-removal.html
Posted By: Reenie

Re: Getting rid of ashes from a fire - 04/24/19 06:00 AM

Thank you all for the info. At least I have a place to start! Will begin first thing tomorrow morning.
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