How do you get brown crust on pretzels?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you get brown crust on pretzels?
2. Why do they put lye on dead bodies?
3. What will melt PVC?
4. Can I pour lye down the drain?
5. Can you use caustic soda in toilet?
6. How do you unblock a toilet full of poop and tissue?
7. How do you unclog a toilet full of poop and water?
8. Why is poop coming back into toilet?

How do you get brown crust on pretzels?

For A Proper Pretzel Crust, Count On Chemistry And Memories : The Salt The key to getting a good soft pretzel to brown properly is to dip it in a lye solution, the same stuff that's used to make soap.

Why do they put lye on dead bodies?

Under high heat and pressure, lye can turn corrosive enough to disintegrate fat, bones and skin. ... Dissolving of bodies in lye is a time-tested method used by Mexican drug cartels to get rid of tell-tale corpses.

What will melt PVC?

Oxidizers, acids, and caustics are examples of drain cleaners that can cause PVC pipes to melt or become soft. Sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid are the active ingredients of acid cleaners.

Can I pour lye down the drain?

If you're using lye to unclog a kitchen sink, clear the sink first. ... Using a plastic spoon, pour a few tablespoonfuls of lye directly into the drain hole. Then, pour in about a quarter cup of water to disperse the lye as far as it can go. Leave it to do its job for a half hour or so then flush the drain with hot water.

Can you use caustic soda in toilet?

Caustic soda is a nasty chemical that can burn, but it's very effective for unclogging toilets. To use this chemical, you need to get some rubber gloves and eye protection. You can pick the chemical from the local hardware or grocery stores. Pour a ¾ gallon of cold water into a bucket, and add 3 cups of caustic soda.

How do you unblock a toilet full of poop and tissue?

Read on for tips and tricks for unclogging your toilet.

1. Boil a Big Pot of Water. First, go to the kitchen. ...
2. Squirt Liquid Detergent in the Toilet Bowl. I'll assume you have a bottle of liquid dish soap. ...
3. Slowly Pour Hot Water into Toilet. Now, back to the pot of water. ...
4. Flush and Be Relieved.

How do you unclog a toilet full of poop and water?

Vinegar And Baking Soda You'll need a pot of hot water, a cup of baking soda and a cup of vinegar. Pour the baking soda into your toilet bowl. Then add the vinegar a little bit at a time to avoid overflow. The mixture should start fizzing and bubbling immediately.

Why is poop coming back into toilet?

How can I fix a poop coming back up toilet problem? This means a blockage or flooding somewhere. If you have an inspection cover near where your sewage pipe joins the main pipe, check to see if it is also backed up; if yes, try clearing the blockage with drain rods (or pay someone else to do it).