May 6, 2021 3:50 pm
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When you place logs in your wood-burning stove, fireplace or firepit, you want it to last as long as possible before adding more to the fire and relighting it. There’s a name for the total amount of time it takes your logs to go from ignition through smoldering: burn time. This post will teach you more about firewood burn time in Seattle, WA and how you can prolong it for each of your fires. How burn times work While burn time refers to the maximum amount of time a wood unit will burn from a single load, it’s not actually that simple. The burn time is greatly impacted by the fireplace’s settings. If the fireplace is set to burn on high (HHV), you’ll get more heat output (measured in BTUs); however, the wood will burn up faster, resulting in a shorter burn time. To maximize your burn time, set the fireplace to burn on low (LHV). You won’t get as warm of a fire, but it will burn for a much longer time. It takes some trial and error to master, but you’ll eventually find the perfect combination to give you a warm fire that lasts for the perfect amount... View Article
April 22, 2021 3:50 pm
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Theoretically, you could lop some fresh branches off a tree and toss them in your fireplace or wood-burning stove for a cozy evening in—but that’s not the best idea. Fresh wood has a high moisture content, which results in more creosote emissions and a less efficient burn or even damage to wood-burning stoves. To get the most out of your fire, you’ll want to perform a process known as seasoning to dry out firewood in Seattle, WA before using it. Continue reading to learn more about seasoning your firewood. Easy ways to season your firewood The good news is that seasoning firewood is a fairly easy chore. Follow these tips to ensure your wood is ready for use in your fireplace or firepit: Split the wood: The smaller your wood pieces, the quicker and better they’ll season. Use an ax to chop your wood into manageable pieces for best results while seasoning. Keep it dry: Wood that’s left out in the open will never be properly seasoned. Stack your wood in a shed or under a shelter to keep it as dry as can be. Ensure proper airflow: While stacking your wood, try to get as much airflow as possible... View Article
October 29, 2020 10:57 pm
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Choosing the right kind of wood burning stove for your home depends on what you hope to get out of the investment. When you purchase a stove, one of the first questions you’ll have to answer is whether you want a catalytic vs. a non-catalytic wood stove in Seattle, WA. Neither is inherently superior to the other—they both provide heat, beauty and enjoyment. Wondering what the difference is and why you should care? The main difference is in how each type of stove burns fuel, which has a direct impact on how much heat it produces. That’s why it’s important to think about what you want from your stove before you choose a type—the best kind for you will depend on whether you’re using it as a main heat source or as an occasional one. Read on for an overview of how each type works and how to choose the right model for your home. What is a catalytic stove? A catalytic stove employs a catalytic combustor. As wood burns, it releases gases and particulates. In a catalytic stove, the catalytic combustor will re-burn those gases and particulate matter. The gases and particulate pass through the combustor and—as the name... View Article
