Preperation of firewood

Splitting:

Splitting logs hastens drying. The key to seasoned wood is that it has been split.

Splitting exposes the wet interior and increases the surface area of each piece that is to be air-dried or seasoned.

Stacking:

Stack split wood or small round logs to allow air circulation and leave it under cover for 10 to 12 months, if possible. This will provide the best heat yield from the wood when it is ready to use. Remember, refueling with wood that has moisture on it or in it, will create damp smoke that shuts the combustor down once the bypass has been closed.

Storage:

It isn’t necessary to store wood in a garage because a simple covering will suffice. The idea is to keep the moisture off the wood while drying to allow proper ventilation. Store the wood away from the house, as it can become a home for insects.