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Originally Posted by dpg
How long should cut wood sit to be properly "seasoned?" What's the difference with it if it isn't?
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"Properly seasoned" takes at least a year if you start with green cut split hardwood and keep it covered on top with sides open to the air. This will burn the best. Nice even fire, easy to start and regulate, little creosote.
"Quick seasoning" - get the cut split hardwood in early spring and start to burn 6 months later. It will burn but often with a hiss and some creosote will build up.
Green Wood - not meant to be burned.
Then there is: salt, pepper, lots of essence and Bam! type of quick seasoning on dinner and maybe little bourbon. That could quickly warm you up.