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When it comes to burning wood seasoned or kiln dried, each type has its own characteristics. Here’s how they compare for burning:

Oak: Oak is one of the best woods for burning. It’s dense, slow-burning, and provides a long-lasting fire with high heat output. It also produces a lot of coals, which makes it great for retaining warmth. Oak can take a while to season, but it’s worth the wait.

Ash: Ash is another great wood for burning. It’s relatively easy to split and burns well even when it’s not fully seasoned. It burns at a high temperature, producing a steady flame with minimal smoke. Ash is also quick to ignite.

Birch: Birch burns quickly and produces a good amount of heat, but it also tends to burn up faster than oak or ash. Birch has a nice, bright flame and creates less smoke compared to some other woods, though it leaves behind more ash.

Alder: Alder is a softer hardwood that burns relatively quickly. It produces a moderate amount of heat and doesn’t create a lot of smoke, but it burns faster than oak or ash, so it may need to be replenished more often also great for using as a smoking wood.

Hornbeam: Hornbeam is dense, heavy and provides a high heat output similar to oak. It burns slowly and produces a long-lasting fire.

Mixed: A good mix of the above is a great choice for those who are not sure what to order.