Oak firewood is a popular choice for many people who use firewood for heat. The wood is very dense, heavy and provides excellent heat for your home. Oak wood is also a versatile smoking hardwood that adds a nice, subtle flavor to meats. Oak smoking wood has a mild smoke with no aftertaste. Oak wood also gives food a beautiful smoked color. It’s great with red meat, pork, fish and big game.
- Trying to buy logs for your log burner or fireplace can be a minefield – how do you know which firewood is best and how much you need?Some questions you should ask yourself before you buy firewood are –
- What is my budget?
- How much space do I have to store it?
- When and how often do I want to use it?
- How much effort am I willing to put into getting it ready to burn?
- How important is the environmental impact of my firewood?
Once you’ve answered those questions, here are 7 things you need to consider to make the right choice for you
Whether you’re buying or burning, knowing a few things about the different types of firewood can maximize efficiency and save you trouble when it comes to your wood stove, fireplace, or fire pit.
Not all firewood gives the same results, so understanding the characteristics of different types is key to choosing the best firewood for your needs.
There are two main types of firewood: hardwood and softwood, choosing the right type of wood in each of these categories will make all the difference with the quality of your fire! But don’t let the names fool you – Hardwoods aren’t always harder or more durable, and softwoods aren’t soft and workable—give or take a few exceptions.
