Firewood | How to Start a Fire in Your Fireplace or Wood Stove?

How to stop smoke from coming into my home with my wood stove or wood fireplace insert? Getting Yelled at for Smoke Coming Into Your Home Right Now? Heat Your Chimney! Starting a fire with no experience can be difficult. Back-puffing smoke can cause instant panic and will make your wife yell at you. If […]

How to Safely Replace Wood Stove Rope Gasket?

Maintaining the gasket on your wood stove is essential to maximize efficiency and keep heating costs down. An old or worn gasket allows too much air to enter, causing your stove to burn fuel too quickly. Over time, this can reduce the stove’s lifespan and even lead to dangerous over-firing. A poor seal also uses […]

Wood Stoves vs Pellet Stoves (What’s the Difference?)

Woodstoves vs Pellet Stoves (What’s the Difference?) Choosing between a wood stove and a pellet stove isn’t just a matter of style. It’s about performance, safety, lifestyle, and long-term value. This guide compares both heating technologies across key categories, referencing industry standards such as NFPA 211 (2024), EPA 2020 NSPS, and data from top manufacturers […]

What is Our Favorite Wood Burning Stove Brand?

What is our Favorite Woodstove Brand? Vermont Castings, Blaze King, and Quadra-Fire are some of the best wood stove brands currently available on the market. All three brands are made in North America and sold by reputable hearth retailers who can install, service and support your wood stove into the future. Buying a cheap $600 […]