{"id":11693,"date":"2026-01-19T14:16:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T20:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=11693"},"modified":"2026-01-29T10:20:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:20:15","slug":"how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-wood-fireplace-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-wood-fireplace-this-winter","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the Most Out of Your Wood Fireplace This Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Get the Most Out of Your Wood Fireplace This Winter | Lake Homes Lifestyles\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qLLghugLN08?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Want more videos like this one? Subscribe to our\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@LakehomesRealty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube channel<\/a><\/strong>!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although winter is well underway and spring is just around the corner, the January nights still feel cold and the days feel short.&nbsp; But just because the snow is taking forever to melt away doesn\u2019t mean there aren\u2019t plenty of fun activities to do before the weather heats up. Picture a quiet evening spent cuddled on the sofa, your favorite drink in hand, with soft music punctuated by the crackling of a sweet-smelling fire. In the throes of winter, there\u2019s nothing better than that cozy fireside feeling. Before you start that flame, though, here are some tips that will help you get the most out of your wood fireplace this year. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-always-safety-first\">Always Safety First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Lake-House-1-Fireplace.jpg\" alt=\"Lake house with stone fireplace How to Get the Most Out of Your Wood Fireplace This Winter\n\" class=\"wp-image-11713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Lake-House-1-Fireplace.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Lake-House-1-Fireplace-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Lake-House-1-Fireplace-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/cargillconstruction.com\/feature\/lake-house-1-fireplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Cargill Construction (opens in a new tab)\">Cargill Construction<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone loves a wood fireplace. Not only do they set the scene for pictures, memories, and quiet contemplation while at the lake, but they can save you a pretty penny on your energy bill this winter. However, if misused, a wood fireplace can be dangerous. So, before you do anything else, it\u2019s helpful to know how you can keep your family both <a href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/5-ways-to-stay-warm-while-enjoying-the-lake-in-the-fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">warm and safe<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The National Fire Protection Association has published guidelines for the safe use and maintenance of your fireplace and chimney <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfpa.org\/codes-and-standards\/all-codes-and-standards\/list-of-codes-and-standards\/detail?code=211\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In general, it\u2019s important to make sure that your chimney and vents remain unobstructed, as anything clogging the airways\u2014including sticks, birds\u2019 nests, or creosote deposits\u2014can catch fire or send smoke and harmful CO2 back into your home. As a precaution, you should aim to have your fireplace, chimney, and vents inspected once a year and cleaned once the buildup in your chimney reaches 1\/8-inch. Ventilation is key not only for your fireplace and chimney, but also your whole house\u2014 the more insulated and ventilated your home, the more efficient your hearth, and the happier you\u2019ll be with it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-not-all-wood-burns-the-same\">Not All Wood Burns the Same<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Burning firewood\" class=\"wp-image-28388\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-charmain-14775979.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-of-a-bonfire-14775979\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Charmain Jansen van Rensburg<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After having your fireplace and chimney professionally inspected and cleaned, you\u2019re already well on your way to settling in for the winter in front of that big, roaring fire. But wait\u2014you need something to burn. What kinds of wood should you choose, and is there even a difference? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to burning, not all woods are the same. Some have shorter burn times, while others burn longer and at hotter temperatures. As a rule of thumb, hardwoods like elm, oak, and ash are great woods to burn in your fireplace; they grow at a slower rate than softwoods like cedar, firs, and pine, and they\u2019re also denser, slower to burn, and provide maximum heat. Still, it\u2019s not a bad idea to include some softwoods in your woodpile\u2014they often make the best fire starters!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re planning on self-producing wood for burning, you\u2019ll want to cut it well in advance\u2014for some hardwoods, 12 to 18 months\u2014and store it properly in a dry and sheltered space, off the ground, where it can be dried by the sun and air. Remember, the harder the wood, the longer it takes to season. Check out these tips for properly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eppersontreeservice.com\/5-essential-tips-for-storing-firewood-keep-your-wood-dry-and-ready-to-burn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">storing and seasoning your firewood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And here\u2019s a bonus\u2014 a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Wood-Moisture-Meter-Detector-Pin-Type\/dp\/B07Q5TFB74\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=E63MMKU2LC3K&amp;keywords=wood+moisture+meter&amp;qid=1572086562&amp;sprefix=wood+mois%2Caps%2C257&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFTVDRCNVZLRUVNNjQmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwNjYyMDQySTZCREs4OUJTQzZXJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3MDcxMDczOEtYQUE4NVI5QVNDJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wood moisture meter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an inexpensive way of measuring the moisture level of your firewood. Buy it once and use it year after year! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-consider-locally-sourced-wood\">Consider Locally Sourced Wood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-yankrukov-5215350-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28389\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-yankrukov-5215350-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-yankrukov-5215350-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-yankrukov-5215350-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pexels-yankrukov-5215350.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-wood-logs-on-the-ground-5215350\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yan Krukau<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you know what to burn and how to store it, you\u2019ll need to find it. And if you can\u2019t produce your firewood, you\u2019ll need to buy it. These days, you can buy firewood online and have it shipped directly to your home, but there are loads of reasons why locally sourcing your firewood is the best option for you this winter and next. For starters, when you buy locally, not only are you supporting local sellers\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/hearing-from-homeowners-winter-traditions-for-lake-living\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">your friends and neighbors<\/a>\u2014you\u2019re also doing right by the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, invasive species of insects like the Asian Longhorned Beetle and the Emerald Ash Borer have decimated forests in the US. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/tfsweb.tamu.edu\/dont-move-firewood-prevent-the-spread-of-invasive-pests-and-diseases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the Texas A&amp;M Forest Service,<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Forest pests and diseases cause severe ecological and economic impacts over time. While they can spread on their own, accidental transport by humans is one of the main ways they move greater distances, sometimes quickly jumping state and county lines. Firewood is the common way many of these pests are moved.<\/span>&#8221; Firewood importation rules and regulations differ by state<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">.&nbsp;Be<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sure to check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dontmovefirewood.org\/map\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Firewood Map<\/a> before you attempt to move firewood long distances. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope you find these tips useful, but remember, when you\u2019re dealing with fire, you can never be too safe. As a rule, never leave a fire unattended, keep any and all flammable materials out of the flames\u2019 reach, and make sure you have working CO2 monitors in your home. Last but not least, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enjoy<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the calming warmth emanating from your wood fireplace\u2014you\u2019ve earned it! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This article was originally published on January 24, 2020.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although winter is well underway and spring is just around the corner, the January nights still feel cold and the days feel short.&nbsp; But just because the snow is taking forever to melt away doesn\u2019t mean there aren\u2019t plenty of fun activities to do before the weather heats up. Picture a quiet evening spent cuddled on the sofa, your favorite drink in hand, with soft music punctuated by the crackling of a sweet-smelling fire. In the throes of winter, there\u2019s nothing better than that cozy fireside feeling. 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