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Drying firewood too long drastically reduces Btu content?

Discussion in 'The Wood Pile' started by BrianK, Sep 10, 2023.

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  1. hovlandhomestead

    hovlandhomestead

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    I had also wondered if firewood can be too dry for optimum heating.

    I will have to find the book and reread on this topic, but in “Norwegian Wood” by Lars Mytting I recall that he referenced studies by Norway’s Firewood Ministry which found that hardwoods, stored properly well over 30 years are still considered prime firewood for most heating applications.
     
    hovlandhomestead, Sep 17, 2023
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    Maybe he’s burning old Jack Daniels oak barrels?
     
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