How many logs burn an hour?

We burn about 1 large about 8-9 inches across) log an hour. You should try tweaking around with the air inlet on your stove to keep the flames lazy rather than fierce. You'll be getting the most efficient combustion like that, the least ash and the most heat.
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How long does one log take to burn?

A log that is at least 12 inches in diameter and 15 inches long will burn for 2–3 hours. Fires are easier to start, and the log gives off lots of light and heat and very little smoke. To make a fire log, all you need is a log, a chain saw and proper hearing and eye protection.
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How much wood does it take to heat a house per day?

If you use firewood to heat your home:

In a Northern or chilly Midwest climate, estimate two to three cords per 1,000 sq. ft. of home. In a milder climate such as the Mid-Atlantic or Southeast, estimate one to two cords per 1,000 sq.
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How much firewood do I need for 2 nights?

In general, you'll find that you need between 2 and 5 bundles of firewood per day for your campfire. However, you may need more wood if you plan to have a fire going for more than just a few hours each night. A roaring fire at the end of a long day of hiking is one of the most enjoyable parts of any camping trip.
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How many logs should I put in my log burner?

It is good to have more than one or two logs in a wood burner for a constant heat, but overloading it will have the opposite effect and the fire will not have enough air for clean combustion.
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Can you put too many logs in a fireplace?

Simply put, yes, it's possible to put too much wood in a fireplace. It can cause immediate and future problems. For your safety, build smaller fires, which are actually hotter. By building a smaller fire and not putting too much wood in, you can enjoy a less smokey, warmer fire that is safer.
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How do you burn logs efficiently?

How to improve your wood stove's efficiency
  1. Get the chimney right. The chimney is a vital part of the overall wood burning stove. ...
  2. Keep the chimney clean. ...
  3. Think about positioning. ...
  4. Use dry wood. ...
  5. Use the 'top down' lighting method. ...
  6. Wait, don't just throw on logs. ...
  7. Make sure it's cold outside, or warmer inside.
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How long does a bundle of firewood last in a fireplace?

Start with the most basic timeframe – a single bundle can last up to 2 hours. From there, you may need to explore a bit in order to find out how to make your firewood last as long as possible.
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How long does a cord of firewood last?

A full cord of firewood can last as little as 5 or 6 weeks or as much as 10 or 12 weeks. If wood is the sole fuel-type you're using to heat your house in the wintertime (no gas or electric heaters helping reduce wood usage), you can expect a full cord of wood to last no more than six weeks.
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How much wood do I need for a 3 hour bonfire?

You need approximately 4–5 logs per hour of burn time for a campfire. This is equivalent to one bundle, or less than one bundle, per hour. If you're cooking, then you'll need 6–10 logs per hour, which is around two bundles.
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How many logs do I need for winter?

Using your wood burning all-day long uses a good amount of logs each day and generally requires between 3-4 cubic meters of loose logs per season, with the vast majority of our customers that burn intensively purchasing our Extra Large Crate – the equivalent to almost 3 cubic meter loose, which should last the winter ...
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How much firewood is needed for a winter?

“The standard rule of thumb is that a 1,000-square-foot home will use three cords of wood for a season,” she says. “If your wood burning stove is super high-efficiency, or if you live in a more moderate climate, you may need less.”
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How much wood does a wood stove use per hour?

There is no 'average' that a homeowner can expect to burn in a single season as it will depend on many factors, however, EPA certified wood stoves may consume between 3-6 full cords of wood in a single season plus/minus depending on usage, climate, and heating requirements.
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How do I keep my log burner going all day?

Overall, there are a few things you can do to have the best chance to keep a fire going, including:
  1. Taking the time to build a fire up.
  2. Using plenty of kindling.
  3. Using dry seasoned wood.
  4. Keeping your stove and chimney clean.
  5. Checking for any draft issues with your chimney.
  6. Making sure you have enough ventilation.
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How do I keep my log burner going all night?

You can't just throw any old wood on your fire and expect it to burn all night. The idea is to stack hard wooden logs of a regular size carefully inside the stove. If there are as few air gaps as possible, the fire will keep going for much longer than if you fill it with unevenly shaped pieces of rough wood.
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How do you make a fire last all night?

In order to burn all night, you will need to make sure there is enough oxygen in your wood burning heater. Open the air inlets on your wood burning heater, to the maximum intake, for 10 - 30 minutes. Once your large logs have formed a black ash around the bark, slowly begin to close the air inlet.
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What does a 1/2 cord of wood look like?

A half cord of firewood is 4 feet wide by 4 feet high by 4 feet deep. Historically each piece of wood in the cord was cut to four-foot lengths and the user would then cut it down to fireplace size. This has changed over the years to a much more practical convention.
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What kind of wood burns the hottest?

Which Types of Firewood Burn The Hottest?
  • Osage orange, 32.9 BTUs per cord.
  • Shagbark hickory, 27.7 BTUs per cord.
  • Eastern hornbeam, 27.1 BTUs per cord.
  • Black birch, 26.8 BTUs per cord.
  • Black locust, 26.8 BTUs per cord.
  • Blue beech, 26.8 BTUs per cord.
  • Ironwood, 26.8 BTUs per cord.
  • Bitternut hickory, 26.5 BTUs per cord.
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Is wood cheaper than gas for heating?

Studies indicate that it is 29% cheaper per KWh to burn wood than to use natural gas.
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Which firewood burns the longest?

Hickory is the Longest Burning Wood

It's simple, really: it takes longer for the fire to consume hardwood because there is more fuel “packed” into each log. Hickory has the highest density among firewood (37-58 lbs/ft.3), and therefore burns for the longest time.
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Why does my firewood burn so fast?

Too Much Air Can Make Logs Burn Fast in a Bonfire

However, too much air can make the logs burn faster than intended. This can lead to your fire-pit time being cut short because you have run out of wood.
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What wood should you not burn in your fireplace?

7 Types of Wood You Shouldn't Burn in Your Fireplace
  • #1) Softwood. Because of its high resin content, you shouldn't burn softwood in your fireplace. ...
  • #2) Wet Wood. ...
  • #3) Rotten Wood. ...
  • #4) Moldy Wood. ...
  • #5) Pressure-Treated Wood. ...
  • #6) Driftwood. ...
  • #7) Green Wood. ...
  • Why You Should Burn Kiln Dried Firewood in Your Fireplace.
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Do log burners heat the whole house?

With the right information and approach, a wood burning stove can be used to heat not just the room it sits within, but an entire home. Each fine detail, from the way you stack the logs to the placement of your stove, can change the efficiency with which your fire burns.
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What's the best firewood to burn?

Oak: Known for its long, slow burns, oak is likely the best firewood wood. Oak is a dense hardwood available throughout most regions of North America. While oak wood can take a little longer to become properly seasoned than other firewoods, the fire from well seasoned oak in your wood stove can't be beat.
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Does warm wood burn better than cold wood?

In order to burn properly, firewood should be at room temperature when it is loaded into the firebox. If it is brought from outside during cold weather and placed directly in the firebox, heat energy needed to move to the second stage of combustion at a temperature of 451 degrees Fahrenheit for the wood to ignite.
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