Price of a Cord of Firewood (5 Must-Know Wood Prep Tips)
Ever wondered why some folks pay a small fortune for firewood while others seem to have an endless supply stacked neatly by their back door? Is it just luck, or…
Ever wondered why some folks pay a small fortune for firewood while others seem to have an endless supply stacked neatly by their back door? Is it just luck, or…
It was a crisp autumn morning in the Adirondacks. The kind of morning where the air bites your cheeks and the scent of pine hangs heavy. I was 19, green…
Ever find yourself captivated by the thought of growing your own black walnut trees from seed, only to be met with inconsistent results? I’ve been there. It’s a common frustration…
Introduction: Simplifying Success in Wood HandlingAs someone deeply embedded in the world of wood processing and firewood preparation, I’ve seen firsthand how even the most robust projects can falter without…
Innovation in wood processing constantly pushes us to refine our understanding of timber, from the cellular level to the final product. One often overlooked aspect is the bark of the…
Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could heat your home all winter long with free firewood, cut and split by yourself? Well, maybe “free” isn’t exactly the right word. But…
Safety First: A Word of Caution Before We BeginBefore we dive into the nitty-gritty of diagnosing and fixing a creosote-leaking stove pipe, let’s talk safety. Working with wood stoves, stove…
Okay, let’s dive in.Lightweight Chainsaws for Limbing: Top 5 Pro PicksLimbing. The very word conjures images of crisp autumn air, the scent of freshly cut wood, and the satisfying rhythm…
“The best cuts come not from brute force, but from understanding the wood.” – Attributed to a seasoned timber faller in the Pacific Northwest.Processing Ripe Pepperoncini Wood: 5 Pro Hacks…
Does Triazicide Kill Bagworms? (5 Arborvitae Defense Hacks)It’s a common mistake I see time and again: homeowners plant beautiful rows of arborvitae, envisioning a lush, green privacy screen, only to…