Fire Pits, Firewood, and Gear
Fire pits provide warm and a relaxing gathering spot for friends and family, but many owners these days find themselves puzzled about how to properly dispose of fire pit ashes. This crucial step ensures safety and environmental responsibility. If handled incorrectly, ashes can retain heat and ignite fires days later, […]
Green firewood is a term that often confuses newcomers to the world of fire pits and wood burning. This type of wood, freshly cut and high in moisture content, presents unique challenges for fire enthusiasts. Green firewood refers to freshly cut wood with high moisture content, typically over 50%. Unlike […]
When it comes to enjoying your fire pit, finding the best low-smoke firewood can make all the difference. Whether you’re a seasoned fire pit enthusiast or a homeowner just getting started, choosing the right wood is crucial for a pleasant, smoke-free experience. In this guide, we’ll explore the world of […]
If you’ve been asking yourself “what is seasoned firewood?” and wondering why your fire pit sessions aren’t quite living up to your expectations, the answer might be right under your nose – or more accurately, right in your woodpile. Today, we’re diving into the world of seasoned firewood and why […]
If you are a regular fire pit (or fireplace) user, you’ve most likely heard of kiln-dried firewood and maybe even used it. This type of firewood provides a lot of upside for the fire pit user at a slight, but well worth it, premium over conventionally seasoned firewood. If you […]
Knowing how to stack firewood the right way and in the right place can save you a lot of time and headaches getting ready for the season. Read on for how to get it done. Firewood in the U.S is typically stacked in a rectangular face-cord type configuration (see pic), […]
Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation about firewood, nodding along but secretly wondering, “What is a rick of wood, exactly?” You’re not alone. The world of firewood is filled with terms like cords, half cords, face cords, and ricks, which can be quite bewildering. In […]
When building a fire in your fire pit, you want quick lighting, hot burning, long-lasting firewood, right? Having the best burning fire pit firewood will help you get there every time. That doesn’t always happen though because sometimes we use wood for our fire pits that we have easy […]
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