Description
Mixed firewood involves different types of wood for burning in fireplaces, stoves, or outdoor fire pits.
The mix usually contains both hardwoods and softwoods so that the burning characteristics balance one another.
Here’s what you need to know about mixed firewood:
Advantages:
1. **Versatility**: Suitable for a wide range of uses-from starting fires, softwoods work well, while hardwoods work great for sustained, long-lasting heat.
2. **Economical**: Mixed firewood may be less expensive than pure hardwood bundles, given conditions of availability and source.
3. **Convenience**: Softwoods such as pine or fir will light quickly while hardwoods like oak or maple provide a steady, slower burning.
Common Types in a Mix:
– **Hardwoods**: Oak, maple, birch, ash, hickory (high heat, longer burn times).
– **Softwoods**: Pine, spruce, fir (ignite fast, burn for shorter lengths, resinous).
Best Uses:
– **Hardwood Emphasis**: Long heating or overnight burns.
– **Softwood Emphasis**: Kindling or for quick, temporary fires.
– **Mix**: Serves both purposes well, making it convenient for general applications.
If buying or collecting mixed firewood, make sure it is properly seasoned to reduce smoke, improve efficiency, and prevent creosote buildup in the chimneys. The ideal moisture content is less than 20%.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.