Burning firewood that keeps your flue cleaner

Understanding Creosote and How It Forms

Creosote is a byproduct of burning wood and can build up in your chimney over time, leading to blockages and fire hazards. It forms when wood combustion is incomplete.

Burning the right type of wood can reduce creosote buildup, keeping your chimney and flue cleaner and safer for use.

Best Types of Firewood to Use

Hardwoods like oak, maple, and birch burn more efficiently and produce less creosote. They have lower moisture content and provide a hotter, cleaner burn compared to softwoods.

Ensure firewood is seasoned for at least six months to a year. Properly dried wood will have less moisture, burn hotter, and produce less smoke and creosote.

Proper Storage for Firewood

Store firewood off the ground and covered to keep it dry. A wood rack with a tarp or a woodshed with proper airflow can help ensure the wood remains seasoned.

Stacking wood properly and keeping it ventilated reduces moisture, which is key to minimizing creosote production when burning.