All You Need to Know About Firewood: Uses, Storage and Safety
Sometimes, there’s nothing better than gathering around the fire and enjoying a warm drink with your family and friends. So, the last thing you want is to run out of firewood. Whether you have an open fire or outdoor chiminea, you need to maintain a good supply.
Here’s all you need to know about firewood.
Where can firewood be used?
Firewood isn’t just something that’s used in the winter. Particular appliances require dried logs even in the summer.
You may need a supply of firewood if:
● You have an open fireplace.
● You’re using a wood-fired pizza oven.
● Your garden has a chimenea or firepit.
● You regularly go camping and make campfires.
How should you store firewood?
Believe it or not, keeping your firewood stored properly is very important. A poorly placed woodpile can affect the quality of the wood and make it harder to access.
Top tips for storing firewood include:
● Keeping the wood above the ground will prevent insect infestations, mould and fungus.
● Always place your firewood outside of the home as large amounts of wood can encourage insects or even mice to enter your home.
● Stack your logs as you would bricks so by each row is overlapping as this will create circulation. When air can freely get through the gaps, there is a reduced chance of moisture and keeping the ends exposed will help your wood to dry.
Investing in a log storage hut is a great solution as everything will be kept neat, tidy and weatherproofed.
How to stay safe around small fires
Even if you’ve managed small fires a thousand times, safety should always be your number one priority. When you’re adding firewood or around a fire, always be mindful of the following safety precautions:
● Keep any debris or flammable materials away from the fire.
● Be careful of sparks that can easily ignite nearby materials or cause injuries.
● Never small children or pets unsupervised around a fire.
● Add firewood slowly until the fire is well established and burning.
Staying aware of your surroundings keep yourself and others safe so you can enjoy your fire!
At Acorn Tree Surgeons in central Scotland, we can supply sustainable firewood straight to your door. We believe in reducing waste. Where possible, all timber that’s accumulated during tree surgery is reused as firewood or recycled. Keep your firewood well-stocked today! Get in touch with us to arrange your delivery.
