Why You Should Always Use Seasoned Firewood
Firewood should never come from wood of a recently cut down tree. Why? Because new cut firewood contains moisture which means it is hard to burn and will produce excessive smoke when burned. This is [...]
Firewood should never come from wood of a recently cut down tree. Why? Because new cut firewood contains moisture which means it is hard to burn and will produce excessive smoke when burned. This is [...]
Any cook will tell you, charred food is delicious, but burned food is disgusting. The challenge is knowing when charred becomes burned. Knowing the fine line between char and burn is the key. Char Enhances [...]
There’s no doubt about it, the fireplace is the primary focal point of any holiday get together. When decorating for the holidays, take care to plan and decorate the holiday fireplace mantel. There are timeless [...]
Wood burning stoves are wonderful for heating living spaces faster and more efficiently than warm air being blown through a home’s vent system. When a new unit is installed in a home, the owners are […]
When it comes to cooking over an open fire, almost anything can be achieved. The first items that come to mind are meats and vegetables that can be roasted or grilled. However, what about a […]
We all love wood burning fire and/or candles when the weather gets crisp and the holidays set in. However, it is important to have respect for the open flame. Fires can turn into out-of-control conflagrations […]
October is Fire Prevention Month, reminding us to change the batteries in smoke detectors and make sure to be prepared in case of fire in the home. However, do you really know how to prevent […]
Next time you tuck into the wood-fired deliciousness of a crisp, smoke flavored artisan pizza, say a prayer of thanks to the primitive cob oven. Without this ancient cooking device, pizza, perfectly seared meats and […]
Fire pits are wonderful ambiance creators for any outdoor space. No matter the season, the versatile fire pit is a welcoming way to bring people together to sit back, relax and enjoy the night air. […]
The days are starting to get shorter and shorter. Before you know it, the winds will begin to blow in cooler air and then down right cold air. As we think ahead to enjoying time […]