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 [...]
The Art of Stacking Firewood
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 […]
Don’t Move Firewood, EAB Update
If you live in a forested area (e.g. Connecticut is about 60% forested), the chance you’ve seen diseased or dead ash trees is a given. What is killing them? Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), that’s who! […]
Why Hardwoods Make the Best Firewood
There is nothing like a real wood fire in fire pit or fireplace. The flickering of the flames, the crackle and smell of the wood works its way into the psyche and allows true relaxation […]
All About White Birch
Have you ever been perusing a home decorating magazine and/or website and noticed the firewood used to stage fashionable fireplaces in the photos? In most cases, the firewood chosen to showcase a perfectly decorated fireplace […]
Fireplace Makeover Ideas for 2017
There is no doubt about it, most fireplaces are the focal point of any given room. Since this is the start of a fresh year, you may be thinking of a remodeling or updating […]
Unique Tips for a Great Hearth Fire
We’ve shared our tips to get ready for the burning season. We’ve also shared the most common tried and true ways to build and maintain a wood burning fire. Have you ever heard of “priming […]
What is Fatwood?
Fatwood, also known as “pitch pine”, can be found anywhere pine trees grow. Among avid outdoors men, fatwood is known as “natures best fire starter” according to Outdoor Life. It can be quickly ignited and […]
DIY Firewood Racks
Use Tools or Not to Use Tools, That is the Question! If you have a wood burning stove or just enjoy a wood burning fire (either outside or inside), chances are you need to store […]
How to Properly Cook Over a Fire Pit
The smell of food roasting over an wood fire is the highlight of any campfire, beach bonfire or backyard cookout. As you might have guessed, it does take more effort to cook outdoors over a live […]