Woodburning Stove Specialist

Which Wood?

All wood burns better after seasoning and some burn better when split rather than as whole logs. This table lists the most common wood types for burning:

Type of Tree Slow Burn Fast Burn Low Flame Bright Flame Good Heat Poor Heat Scented Spitting / Crackles Best to Avoid
Apple Yes Yes Yes Yes
Ash Yes
Pear Yes Yes Yes Yes
Beech Yes
Blackthorn Yes Yes
Cherry Yes Yes Yes
Cypress Yes Yes
Hazel Yes
Horse-Chestnut Yes Yes Yes
Larch Yes Yes
Maple Yes
Oak Yes Yes
Pine Yes Yes
Willow Yes
Poplar Yes Yes Yes
Hornbeam Yes
Hawthorn Yes Yes
Birch Yes Yes Yes
Holly Yes