Firewood

Beech trees grow throughout most parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. It’s an excellent wood for tool making and furniture, but…

Elms are hardy trees that can live for over 300 years if disease doesn’t get to them. Their dense foliage makes them an excellent shade…

Winter in many parts of Alaska is freezing, snowy, and drawn out. Even warm summer days in places like Denali National Park can drop below…

The yellow box is a common tree in the southeast of Australia. It is a popular shade tree, and its flowers are excellent for honey…

With so many types of firewood on offer, it’s hard to know which is best. Some produce more smoke and sparks than heat, but is…

The aspen tree is a deciduous hardwood that thrives in cold, mountainous parts of the world. It is found throughout the western states of the…

Winter temperatures in Wisconsin frequently drop below -40°F, so good heating is essential. Although gas and electrically-powered heaters are convenient, a fireplace or woodstove could…

The windy winter months are freezing and snowy in many parts of Michigan. Local Michiganders choosing to heat their homes with a fireplace or wood…

Covering firewood stacks will help prevent moisture, rot, and disease, extending the life of your wood. But some covers are better than others, offering superior…

Nothing beats a crackling fire on a cold night, but using the right wood is essential. Shoddy firewood creates unpleasant smokey flames that lack heat….

Are you on the hunt for the ultimate firewood? While there are several factors to consider when choosing wood, British Thermal Unit (BTU) rating is…

There are roughly 73,300 tree species on our planet1 that are either hardwood or softwood. The two terms get thrown around in firewood circles, so…

To get the most out of firewood, cutting it to the correct length is essential. The pieces need to fit into the fireplace, and they…

Most apricot trees only live for 20-30 years before needing replacement. The wood is strong and durable, making it excellent for woodwork projects like knife…

Crabapple trees grow in most parts of the world but flourish in temperate climates. Although they can live for up to 70 years, you may…