The advantages of buying kiln-dried firewood over seasoned logs

When it comes to heating your home, the quality of your firewood can make quite the difference.

Not all firewood is created equal, and the type you choose can affect everything from the efficiency of your wood-burning appliance to the air quality within your property.

Here, we aim to shed some light on the advantages of professionally kiln-dried firewood over seasoned logs, which are sometimes cheaper but not necessarily better. To find out more, carry on reading below...

Kiln-drying is a process that involves baking wet logs in an industrial oven, known as a kiln, using controlled heat and specialised fans for optimal airflow.

This method, while more expensive for manufacturers, results in high-quality logs that are low in moisture, burn efficiently, and produce little to no smoke.

Kiln-dried logs emit far less particle matter than conventional seasoned logs, making them better for the environment. They also produce very little creosote, a flammable and oily liquid that can clog your chimney, leading to blockages and the need for frequent sweeping.

Choosing kiln-dried firewood can help improve the efficiency of your log burner and prolong its life.

It also betters the air quality of your home during the heating season, which is particularly important if you live with people who have respiratory issues such as asthma.

Traditionally, wood was air-dried, a process that involves stacking the wood in a well-ventilated outdoor area - covering it with water-resistant sheeting - and waiting for it to gradually dry out on its own.

Today, many Brits who buy logs for their wood-burning stove at home may leave it to dry in their conservatory or shed, for example.

The main advantage of this method is cost, as it doesn't require