Some burn hotter, slower, and cleaner than others.
Some smoke a lot, and some have a lot of sap or resin that clogs your chimney quickly.
These woods have the least pitch and sap and are generally cleaner to handle.
The Spruce / Autumn Wood
If you’re burningbirchfirewood, be aware of the thick inner brown bark called the phloem.
Softwood Firewood
Softwood is thecheapest key in of woodyou can buy.
Wood should have a moisture content of less that 20 percent for burning.
But there are certain wood products and other items that you should avoid for health and safety reasons.
Wood Burning Safety Tips
Use care and common sense when it comes to feeding your wood stove.
Although you do need some paper to start your stove, only use enough to get the fire going.
Excessive use of starter paper will just add to the creosote buildup.
Safety, of course, is a major concern when operating any wood-burning appliance.
Always comply with all recommended clearances and protect flooring with a fire-resistant floor pad.
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