No, I have oil which is going for about $2 a gallon here now. Burning wood cuts my oil in 1/2. I mean the blocks weren't economical compared to...
I bought a little of a similar brand a few years ago to stretch out a short supply of wood. I prefer wood and wood never use it other than a...
The creosote from the top came from past sweeps cleaning who let it land there. Even after that was cleared the smell persists. Real bad when the...
Great resource; thanks!
Outside, on top
I'm calling a pro because this is out of my league, but I'll point those out -thanks!
Good idea. Yes, everything was pulled out and he did find and remove creosote from the top of the box. I have 3 kids at home, so that's legit but...
Great, thanks. I actually had to turn the blower off and the intense smelled stop, so you might be right. Getting back on my feet so I might...
Red maple is great shoulder season wood -I have some this year and have used some the last few years...enjoy
One other note: Even though the smell begins before the fan kicks in, when the fan does come on the smell is MUCH more intense. I'm stymied...
Update: I just started a fire a little while ago and noticed the smell started before the fan started. Does that rule out the fan motor as a...
Especially since you probably have access to mostly soft woods there, no?
Ha, what are you waiting for?
Thanks! I have 4 large bins -I snagged every bit they had left.
My stepfather is 67 but can outwork many 40 years his junior. He asked me if I'd be interested in several large boxes of extra pieces of red oak...
I keep a day or 2's worth inside and keep about a cord at a time out on my back, covered deck.
Only burned one small fire this year, that'll change with the cold coming in this weekend!
It does most of the time. Sometimes it gets a film. Not black but still a film
So sorry to hear man; hoping and praying you're well soon
Guys, thanks so much for the tips. And thanks for the thoughts, prayers for recovery I appreciate it. A simple procedure against all odds went...