Homeowner Wood Burning Guide

The Wood has been used as fuel for cooking and heating for thousands of years. At present, one-third of the world’s population uses wood as a most important fuel source. While wood was broadly used for fuel in the last century, its recognition has grown noticeably in recent years because of the fossil fuel shortage and expenditure. Wood is being burned in fireplaces, stoves and insert stoves. Whichever method it is used, there are numerous safety suggestions that should be heeded. At all times respect fire and its potential. Never leave whatever thing to chance -the old adage of "an ounce of prevention is value a pound of cure" is quite apt. The following detailed recommendations refer to the device that has been the utmost source of fire in residences - wood burning stoves.