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

Should I Cover Fresh-Cut Firewood? | Firewood | Walden Backyards
Fires & Firewood

Should I Cover Fresh-Cut Firewood?

Keeping fresh-cut firewood on your property year-round is essential to maintain the ability to enjoy a nice campfire any time on a whim.  Whether you have recently purchased firewood or have been c...

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Fires & FirewoodDifference Between a Campfire and a Bonfire? | Campfire vs Bonfire | Walden Backyards

What is the Difference Between a Campfire and a Bonfire?

Bonfires and campfires are both fall staples. While these words may sometimes be used interchangeably, they are actually different types of fire that serve different purposes. 

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Fires & FirewoodHow do you build a campfire?

How Do You Build a Campfire?

We’re here to break down the basics of building a fire, whether you’re doing it at the campsite or in your backyard. More good news: Walden’s fire accessories make the process even easier, just abo...

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Fires & FirewoodWhat Kinds of Wood Should You Avoid in Your Firepit?

What Kinds of Wood Should You Avoid in Your Firepit?

You finally have your new campfire pit in your backyard and have been enjoying sitting around with family and friends, making lifetime memories. There are more moments where everyone laughs and tel...

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Fires & FirewoodWhy Does My Firewood Burn So Fast?

Why Does My Firewood Burn So Fast?

Why are Logs Are Burning Fast in My Campfire? There are many reasons why your logs might burn too fast. Here are some of the most common reasons why and, more importantly, what you can do about it....

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Fires & FirewoodWhat's the Best Wood to Burn in a Campfire

What's the Best Wood to Burn in a Campfire

We think you will probably agree when we say that nothing beats an outdoor adventure that includes a campfire. Whether you are building a campfire for warmth while roughing it in the woods or gathe...

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Fires & FirewoodStack of firewood

Tips on Buying Wood for Your Fire

Some sound advice to find the best source for your wood as well. The quality of the firewood you use for your bonfire or fire pit will have a significant impact on your overall experience and enjoy...

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Fires & FirewoodStack of firewood in the yard

The 4 S's of Managing Firewood

You may have heard of the 4 C's of diamond buying, Walden Backyards has the 4 S's of managing the firewood for fire pits. Those four S's include: splitting, schlepping, stacking and storing. Here a...

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Fires & FirewoodRoaring outdoor fire pit

The Debate Rages On: Cross Hatch VS. Teepee

Cross hatch or teepee? Don't act like you and your friends haven't sat around for hours on end debating this hot topic. We are here to help so you can put down your pokers and quit stoking the flam...

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Fires & FirewoodFire starters near the fire pit

Why You Should Buy Fire Starters

The air is chilly, the sky is dark, and you're ready to start a campfire in your backyard. Your loved ones are eagerly anticipating roaring flames and that delightful campfire smell. The Walden Sur...

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