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HARDWOODS
Alder
Apple
Birch
Maple
2DN
Poplar
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• Store wood in dry location.
• Stack wood so both ends are exposed
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accumulation of creosote.
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the water instead of heating your home, and
• Causes evaporating moisture which cools your chimney,
accelerating formation of creosote.
Seasoned Wood
• Cut logs to size
• Split to 6 inches (152 mm) or less in diameter
• Air dry to a moisture content of not more than 20%
- Softwood - about nine months to dry
- Hardwood - about eighteen months to dry
NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on
drying conditions.
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SOFTWOODS
Aspen
Cedar
Douglas Fir
Pine
Spruce
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circulation underneath.
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Smaller pieces of wood dry faster. Any piece over 6 in.
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of each piece are exposed to air. More drying occurs
through the cut ends than the sides.
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Store wood under cover to prevent water absorption
from rain or snow. Avoid covering the sides and
ends completely.
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