20/10/2026
For smaller stoves 5kw or less do only small splits and kindling, allow the fire to burn almost completely out, then 2 medium logs at a time afterwards for maximum efficiency. 2 logs burning efficient gives more heat to the room than stove packed with wood.
Stoves 6-8kw use the medium sized split logs also when starting the fire, followed by 2 logs at a time also. When the heart of the fire is established this is your heat source, not the visible flame, as comforting as it is. ❤️
Build the fire from the top down. 🔥
Small, dry kindling on top with progressively larger fuel below helps establish a clean flame quickly, reducing smoke during startup and allowing the fire to work its way steadily through the load.
Cleaner start. Less smoke. Simple change.
