Lewis Mouldings gets cash for wood-waste fuel business Here's an old newspaper bit on the company that Fiber Fuel Guy works for .
I'd try 'em with an open mind and give him my appraisal vs. wood. Another use for the whole tree is a good thing by-product or not! But being totally honest, I'll never buy them, that's kinda why I heat with wood - the cost of the fuel. I figure by the time I consider the cost of my land, saw's, tractor, skid steer, excavator, fuel, splitter and my time, my wood only costs somewhere in the $4500 a cord range.
had a pretty good day yesterday with the block. overall a nightmare in a small stove like an f100. will never use Redstone again at any price. the small brick of any brand work much better. when the price is right like much better than cord wood. both burn and heat from burn much superior. add not having to reload mid over night burns. sorry i'm redundant here but at my age a much more enjoyable experience in heating with wood, albeit processed wood, have a day
sometimes they run out of the smaller ones and sometimes you have to ask because they have them in the back
I picked up my blocks today I threw three in the furnace on some coals just to see how they burn They sure light up .
I have been using Hot Bricks but today I picked up some Fiber Fuel at Country Max. My first time using them is right now. I’ve already noticed a few differences between Fiber Fuel and Hot Bricks.
I've bought these at a local garden center, I like them better than bio bricks. I mix them with cordwood, I've never burnt a load of just bricks.
gonna go pick up my sample tomorrow if time permits. Then I just need to wait until it gets cold enough to give them a good testing.
Got my sample in the mail today. Postman has a hernia now, but I'm used to lugging wood. Will give these a try on Friday when I will be home all day to give them a fair trial. Fiber Fuel Guy any tips for best results?
Hey Grizzly! Great to hear they made it across the border AND the continent! I suppose the tips depend on your appliance. When Unhdsm did his test, I’d have to say I was a bit surprised to see so many loaded into a stove at once. However, it was clear he was in great control of the airflow and got a long and safe burn out of them! The only real tip I could give you is just to be aware that the moisture content is 5-8%, much less than most firewood. That being said, they tend to require less airflow to burn effectively and obtain optimal burn temps and times. Too much airflow will normally result in a much hotter, yet shorter burn. For an overnight burn in a typical wood stove, we suggest placing a few bricks in a close formation with little draft. Other than that, they’re pretty straightforward. No need to poke or prod at them as they burn. And as always, be careful not to overload your appliance. Simple advice for some folks, but methinks you’re a bit of a pro at this anyway. . Have fun with the test burn! Looking forward to your results!
I usually run about 12% on my hardwood and I, too, have excellent control of my air flow with my Drolet. I look forward to trying them.
