14 - Friday, August 14, 1992 -- North Shore News — HOME & GARDEN Spontaneous ignition of items can happen in your own home IT IS commonly known that if exposed to the atmosphere, prac- tically all organic substances will oxidize. The phenomenon of a material increasing in temperature without drawing heat from _ its surroundings is known as ‘‘spon- taneous heating.”’ The District of North Van- couver Fire Service wants you to be aware that this spontaneous heating can build up to temperatures which could cause spontaneous ignition of the mate- rial. . Three factors which contribute greatly to this condition are: 1) -- Yate of heat generated; 2) air sup- ply, and 3) insulating properties of the immediate surroundings. Learn how TWO FREE. composting classes. will be held _ this month at: the Greater Van- “couver ' Regional. District/ Burnaby Compost. Demonstration Garden at 4856 Still Creek Ave., across from the. Burnaby. Recycling Depot. A ‘composting class for residents with yards will be held August 19, from 7 to 9 p.m, Learn about the many. different types of composters available, how:.to build . your own, ‘operation « of a compost bin, and ‘how using Compost-in your flower - and vegetable.gardens wili not on- the: HOT TIPS | North Vancouver District Fire Department in the home, products most commonly associated with spon- taneous ignition are organic mate- rials such as motor oil, cooking oil, polishing oils, mineral spirits and paint thinners. Often this phenomenon occurs when a cloth that has been soaked with one of these products is left balled up in a corner or in the garbage. The balled-up cloth will not allow the heat of oxidation to dissipate into the air as rapidly as it is generated. to compost ly create healthy plants, but help teduce solid waste. Also, a class on vermicom- posting (worm composting) will be held August 26, from 7 to 9 p.m Aimed especially at apartment and condo residents, the workshop will show how tiny worms, called Red ' , Wigglers, can odorlessy create rich compost in a smail space. The classes will: emphasize the importance of rodent-proof com- post bins. Ciass size is limited for both classes. Cail Bev Weber at 259-0659 to register.” The region’s goal is to reduce our solid waste stream by 50% by -the year 2000. Composting is an easy way for you to reduce your organic solid waste and help con- tribute to the environment. THE AMBLESIDE INN Enjoy lunch in air-conditioned com- font while the Ambleside Inn brings this Season ‘ s Fashions fo you. \ | - September : Margareta's Heatheringtons Holt Renfrew. 8 Ruby's BE's of West Van Allexon Champagne laste for Reservations 922-0101 995 Marine Drive, West Vencowver “Siew THE-AMBLESIDE:INN ad budget with Co-op | advertising Most major manufacturers offer co-operative advertising plans. This means your purchases may have earned dollars with which can pay ail _ or some of your newspaper ad cosis. It costs nothing but a phone call to find out about all available co-op advertising dollars you qualify for. ‘Co-op Advertising 936-0511 The increased temperature within the cloth accelerates the rate of oxidation and the ignition temperature may soon be reached. To avoid the possibility of a fire in your home caused by spon- taneous ignition, follow these simple rules for the handling of oily cloths: @ When working with flam- mable/combustible liquids, always keep away from sources of igni- tion. ® Dispose of unwanted oily dusters and rags in a non-com- bustible container with a tight- fitting lid. @ Never bunch up or ball a wet, oily cloth; Iay or hang it out in the open to dry, away from com- bustibles. For further information contact the District of North Vancouver Fire Services Division non- emergency number, 980-7575, or your local fire department. north, shore DuPont How can we possibly i improve on durable Du Pont Certified STAINMASTER* Carpet? Just one way ~special sale. prices. Hurry in for the colours and styles you're: looking for. Certified quality performance. ; Saxony Plush Exceptional Value Trackiess Twist Hard Wearing $4980 & Practical Teg. $26. 3 “16%. reg. $24.95 sogie| |.usuy Pm sagee |. teg. $39.95 Finish » $37.95 *Centification mark cf E.l. dus Pont de Nemours and Company super Saxony 30 Fabulous Colours Textured Berbers Panemed & SA OUy Random reg. $30.95 1174 Marine Drive, ‘N. Van. fat Pemberton Ave) Mon-Wed 9:00-5:30 Thurs-Fri 9:00-7:00 Saturday 9:00-5:00 986-6699.