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Pine as firewood

Discussion in 'The Wood Pile' started by Yawner, Sep 27, 2019.

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  1. Beetle-Kill

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    BKVP , nice to see you around. Don't be such a stranger, (unless you're out shooting).
     
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    Why do the pellet guys prefer softwood pellets? Less ash?
     
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    I've got decades of proof that pine even left in the round, as long as it's not getting wet most of the day will indeed dry in the round. We did this quite often at the cabin up in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, primarily Norway/ red pine.

    I've seen some scientists say that wood dries most from being cut as a round since that is how trees and plants bring moisture from the ground to the top of the plant/ tree through the straw like cells. It makes sense. But I also know that more surface area of split surfaces works even better to dry wood out. :yes:
     
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    Yes
     
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    Don't hesitate to PM me if something comes up. I travel 250 days a year, so I get distracted with work.
     
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