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Not all firewood is created equal. Find out what burns well and what to keep out of the fireplace.

We offer a huge selection of information about firewood types and everything related.

Crabapple firewood burning in an open fireplace
Firewood

Is Crabapple Good Firewood To Burn?

ByAlex Johansen

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…

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A roaring indoor fire using almond firewood
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Is Almond Firewood Good To Burn? [Full Review]

ByAlex Johansen

Almond trees are popular for their nuts but usually stop producing at 25-30 years. After felling a tree, you may want to know if almond…

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A fire burning with persimmon logs
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Is Persimmon Good Firewood? [Fully Reviewed]

ByAlex Johansen

American persimmon trees are grown for their edible fruits, which have a sweet, rich flavor. A tree can live up to 30 years before it…

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A burning log of quince firewood in the fireplace
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Is Quince Firewood Any Good?

ByAlex Johansen

Quince trees are found in most parts of the world, popular for their edible fruits, which are a cross between a pear and an apple….

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A crackling fire at night time using sourwood for fuel
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Is Sourwood Good Firewood? [Full Review]

ByAlex Johansen

Sourwood trees provide an excellent habitat for pollinators, and their lumber makes great tool handles, but is sourwood good firewood? This guide looks at how…

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A large redwood tree lying on the ground
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Is Redwood Good For Firewood?

ByAlex Johansen

The redwood tree is an evergreen softwood that grows along the coast of California and Oregon. Its timber is popular for construction and furniture making,…

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Crepe myrtles growing on the side of a street
Firewood

Does Crepe Myrtle Make Good Firewood?

ByAlex Johansen

The crepe myrtle is native to eastern Asia but now grows in many parts of the world. In the United States, some lovingly refer to…

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Images of tinder and kindling side by side
Firewood

Tinder Vs. Kindling – What’s The Difference?

ByAlex Johansen

Whether you’re making a fire at home or outdoors, the building blocks remain unchanged. Understanding the difference between tinder and kindling is essential for lighting…

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A hearty fire burning in an open fireplace
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Is Sassafras Good Firewood? [Full Review]

ByAlex Johansen

The sassafras tree is a deciduous hardwood that’s native to Asia and eastern North America. It is well-known for its aromatic properties, but is the…

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Closeup of a fireplace buring mahogany
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Is Mountain Mahogany Good Firewood To Burn?

ByAlex Johansen

The mountain mahogany tree grows in America’s western states. It is a contorted, shrubby species that thrives in mountainous regions with lots of sunlight and…

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Maple logs next to oak logs ready for splitting
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Maple Vs. Oak Firewood – Which Is Best?

ByAlex Johansen

Maple and oak are popular firewood options, but which is best for your home? Each has its pros and cons, which we’ll look at in…

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Piles of oak and ash firewood
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Oak Vs. Ash Firewood – Which Is Best?

ByAlex Johansen

Oak and ash are both excellent firewood options, but which is best for your home? Each has its pros and cons, which we’ll look at…

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Split piles of hickory and oak firewood
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Hickory Vs. Oak Firewood – Which Is Best?

ByAlex Johansen

Hickory and oak are both excellent firewood options but which is best for your fire? Each has its advantages and disadvantages, which we’ll look at…

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A woodstove burning lilac firewood
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Is Lilac Firewood Worth Burning In The Fire?

ByAlex Johansen

Lilacs are grown in most parts of the world, popular for their colorful purple blooms that look good in any garden. While they typically reach…

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Magnolia firewood burning in a woodstove
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Is Magnolia Firewood Worth Burning?

ByAlex Johansen

Magnolias are iconic shrubs or trees, much loved for their flowers. Although many species are small shrubs used for ornamental purposes, some can reach a…

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