Dry vs Seasoned Firewood, what's the difference?

[Nord]

An age old debate and terms often used interchangably, there are a few important differences that may be of interest. In the blog post below I focus a bit on the science behind how and why naturally dried wood (seasoned) does not absorb moisture as readily as dry firewood (kiln) and touch on some other advantages of seasoned firewood.

Myself I wish we could get rid of the term "seasoned", but I doubt we ever will.

Seasoned VS Dry Wood: What's the Difference?

When selecting firewood, understanding the differences between seasoned and dry wood is important for achieving a cleaner, hotter, and more efficient burn. It also is important information as it can give you further insight as to how to store your firewood properly. Definitions and Basic...

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[ZERO]

Right now, 10F morning, burning 8 year seasoned wood, stove completely closed, she burns like mad. Gives heat like nobody's business. 120F exhaust chimney pipe escape.

Very little ash/soot deposits inside the stove and in the chimneys, both cleaned in the fall.

Maximum efficiency is the name of the game.

Let mother nature do its thing, plan ahead!

Totally agree with @Wolverine as discussed before, and always inspired by how much prep work @bradb123 does with his firewood.

 

[IffykidMn]

The state of Maine rules for selling firewood claim seasoned requires 3 months drying minimum to be called seasoned.

 

[Nord]

The state of Maine rules for selling firewood claim seasoned requires 3 months drying minimum to be called seasoned.

Ohio rules say it has to be under 50% humidity to be seasoned

 

[Joe Kidd]