The Best Fire Lighting Method
A good fire should establish quickly, warm the flue and settle into a bright, controlled burn. The top-down method can make lighting easier while reducing unnecessary smoke and repeated door opening.
Are Log Burners Eco-Friendly? A Practical Guide to Cleaner Wood Burning
There is no honest one-word answer. A log burner creates local air pollution, and wood should not automatically be described as carbon neutral. However, the appliance, fuel, chimney, firing technique and reason for using it all make a major difference.