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I too have pulled weeds until my fingers are so sticky that I have to wash them before I continue.
Been there. I started wearing gloves for every garden activity. The ones I like have a very thin rubber palm and fingers and the back is a nylon knit. When I'm finished I wash my hands with those gloves on using foamy soap. The are so comfortable I an put them on right away and not have that "ewww!" sensation. These gloves were very inexpensive at the garden store but they were $25 at the box stores. This year I see they have come down to $5 or so at the box stores.
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During this time of year, after I apply the vinegar, can I top dress with a layer of compost to help the grass grow?
Yes. Keep it thin. One of my neighbors ordered far too much compost this week and spread it all. I was going to take a picture of an example of applying too much compost but they called the guy back to blow it into the turf. It looks good (under the grass blades) but it is an awful lot of compost.
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I've also removed some of the dead Thatch from between what grass clumps that are left.
Would planting some fresh sprigs also help the grass grow faster?
Yes, it will spread faster; however, St Aug runners will surprise you.