If you have a stove or a fireplace at home, whether it’s for heating the entire house or just the usual ambiance fire, it’s important to know the differences between wood varieties and what their burning properties are. It isn’t just about having a fire that can last longer and keep you warm, it’s also …
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Looking to use a Eucalyptus tree for firewood? It can be a unique smelling, high heat output wood. Check out our guide below to find out what you can expect. Eucalyptus Firewood Details BTU: At least 34.5 heat per cord (million BTUs) Weight: 7320 (green) Seasoning Time: 18 months Resin / Sap Content: Low Splitting …
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Out of all the woods you could use in a fireplace, willow wood may be the least effective. Willow wood is rated as fair to poor when being used as firewood. It produces less heat and causes more creosote than many other types of wood more commonly used in a fireplace. When looking for wood …
If you surveyed professional landscapers and loggers for the best two brands of chainsaws, you will get the same answer – Husqvarna and Stihl. There’s no disagreement amongst professionals and avid DIYers that these two brands are top competitors in the world of cutting trees. But ask the same people which is the best chainsaw, …
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Between decadent comfort food, beautiful snowfalls, and holiday celebrations, the winter has a lot going for it. What I could do without is the cold. Throughout the season, I’m plagued with unbelievably high heating bills, sudden overnight temperature drops, and an unbearably cold toilet seat on nighttime bathroom visits. To keep winter fun, I’ve looked into numerous heating …
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If you store firewood to use in the colder months or to barbecue or cook outdoors with wood, you know the pain it can be to keep your firewood dry and free of pests. Some of the most notorious pests are termites. While termites are relatively harmless to people, these pesky critters can wreak havoc on …
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The moisture meter is a crucial tool when it comes to monitoring the dampness levels in firewood. Wet firewood is harder to burn, creates more smoke and sparks, and is generally not suitable for heating your home. Moisture content in wood is one of the single most important factors in determining whether firewood is ready …
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Ice dams may seem like a regular winter thing, but their weight can cause a lot of roof damage, not to mention the fact that their fall can be dangerous to whoever passes by. As ice dams melt, they can also cause water leaks under the shingles and end up pouring down on the interior …
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Oak is among the most popular firewood used for heat in the United States. To get all the details about how quickly it burns, how long it needs to season, when it should be used to maximum effect, and details about weight, smell, BTU and smoke levels, you’re in the right place. Our guide to …
Every winter, sidewalks, porches, stairs, and driveways become slippery slopes of danger. The good thing is that it doesn’t take much effort to combat the icy terrain. With the right knowledge and product, such as salt or popular ice melts, frozen sidewalks and driveways become safe again. But, what about regular old household Epsom salt? …