Fires & Firewood

Explore the captivating world of fires and firewood with advice from Walden's best Backyarding® experts. Find essential tips for selecting the perfect firewood, learn effective fire-starting techniques, and make the most of your outdoor fire pit, whether you're out to build a bonfire or have a BBQ cookout on your grilling grate.

Fires & Firewood

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Fires & Firewood

5 Quick Ways to Dry Out Firewood

Drying out firewood is an important step in ensuring that your fire burns efficiently and effectively. Wet or damp wood not only produces more smoke, but it also burns less hot and can be more diff...

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Best Types of Wood to Burn in Your Fire Pit

When it comes to building a fire in your fire pit, not all types of wood are created equal. Some woods burn hotter, some smoke less, and others are easier to ignite. So, which types of wood are the...

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How to Store Firewood & Keep Firewood Dry

Storing firewood can be a bit tricky, especially if you want to keep it dry and ready for use. Dry firewood burns more efficiently and is less likely to produce sparks, making it safer to use in yo...

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Fires & FirewoodSafety Tips for Building Outdoor Fires

Safety Tips for Building Outdoor Fires

Building a fire in an outdoor fire pit can be a fun and enjoyable outdoor activity, whether you are camping, having a backyard bonfire, or just enjoying some quality time.

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Fires & FirewoodHow to Find Good Kindling for Fires

How to Find Good Kindling for Fires

Just be sure to follow all local laws and regulations, and use caution when starting a fire in your fire pit to ensure your safety. So, now you know how to find good kindling you're ready to have t...

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Fires & FirewoodHow to Start A Campfire in Winter

How to Start A Campfire in Winter

Starting a campfire in your fire pit during the winter can be a bit more challenging than in the warmer months, but it is definitely doable! Also, the also thing we want to do when the weather begi...

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Fires & FirewoodWhat is the Best Size for Firewood? | Firewood Size | Walden Backyards

What is the Best Size for Firewood?

When the cool winter air begins to arrive, and you start to feel the brisk chill in the morning, it may be time to stock up on wood for the season. Whether you are living in a cabin in the woods ye...

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Fires & FirewoodEfficient Firewood Pile Strategies for Firepits

Efficient Firewood Pile Strategies for Firepits

Yes, the type of firepit does matter when determining how efficiently your fire burns. For instance, modern-day firepits are constructed with quality and design in mind. Using them with well-dried ...

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Fires & FirewoodTop 5 Types of Wood to Burn in Your Firepit

Top 5 Types of Wood to Burn in Your Firepit

Campfires are great for two things: cooking and keeping warm. When you’re planning some nights outside with your firepit, you want to use the best possible wood. With so many different types out th...

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How To Build The Perfect Fire

In the mid 1800's in the northern forests of Minnesota, it was a matter of life and death to be able to light a fire when needed.  Workers found a way to reliably and quickly start a fire, even in ...

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