Wood burning stoves are a great way to heat your home and create a cozy atmosphere. But they can also be a source of pollution and waste if not used properly. Here are some tips on how to improve the efficiency of your wood burning stove and save money, energy and the environment. Choose the right wood. The type and quality of wood you burn can make a big difference in the performance of your stove.

If you are looking for a way to get the most out of your firewood, you might want to consider kiln drying it. Kiln drying is a process that uses heat and low humidity to reduce the moisture content of wood to below 20%, making it ideal for burning. In this article, we will explain how kiln drying works, what are its advantages and disadvantages, and how you can kiln dry your own firewood at home.

If you have access to pine trees and wonder if you can use them as firewood, you might have heard different opinions on whether pine is good or bad for burning. In this post I will try to answer this question by looking at the pros and cons of pine firewood, and how to use it safely and efficiently. Pros of Pine Firewood Pine is easy to split and season

Firewood is a great source of heat and ambiance for your fireplace, stove or campfire. But not all firewood is created equal. If you want to enjoy a cozy and efficient fire, you need to use firewood that is properly seasoned. Seasoned firewood is wood that has been dried out for at least 12 months, preferably longer, to reduce its moisture content to below 20%. Seasoned firewood burns hotter, cleaner and longer than green or wet wood, which can produce more smoke, creosote and ash.

If you have a wood burning stove, you might wonder how efficient it is at heating your home and how much heat is lost up the chimney. Here we will explore these questions and explain why some heat loss is necessary for a safe and clean operation of your stove. What is Efficiency? The efficiency of a wood burning stove is an indicator of how much fuel will be used and how much “wasted”.