fresh ash

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efoyt

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Sep 18, 2008
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I'm burning some fresh ash, cut down about 7 weeks ago. I use it after I already have a hot fire going. Any thoughs on burning fresh ash???
 
You can't beat a nice piece of ash. I burn plenty of it, stump to stove.
 
Ash is one of the few woods that burns ok when not seasoned - though it does not burn nearly as well as seasoned ash and will still aid in creosote formation.
 
How much more creosote will fresh ash add when compared to a year old maple or oak?



CTwoodburner said:
Ash is one of the few woods that burns ok when not seasoned - though it does not burn nearly as well as seasoned ash and will still aid in creosote formation.
 
Rex said:
How much more creosote will fresh ash add when compared to a year old maple or oak?



CTwoodburner said:
Ash is one of the few woods that burns ok when not seasoned - though it does not burn nearly as well as seasoned ash and will still aid in creosote formation.
Little to none in my case, but I burn fairly hot as well.
 
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