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How Much Wood Will You Need This Winter?

In this article, the experts at Forge & Flame cover the best way to secure, stock and store your wood supply.

How Much Wood Will You Need This Winter?

In this article, the experts at Forge & Flame cover the best way to secure, stock and store your wood supply.

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How to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove

 Read on as we explore the best practices for starting a fire in a wood stove. By the end of this article, you’ll be an expert on how to start a fire!

How to Start a Fire in a Wood Stove

 Read on as we explore the best practices for starting a fire in a wood stove. By the end of this article, you’ll be an expert on how to start a fire!

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How to Stack Firewood: Tips from Wood Stove Professi...

Discover how to stack wood with our guide from the pros. Learn tips for setting up, stacking, and keeping your wood dry for a great burn every season.

How to Stack Firewood: Tips from Wood Stove Professi...

Discover how to stack wood with our guide from the pros. Learn tips for setting up, stacking, and keeping your wood dry for a great burn every season.

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Wood, Pellet or Gas Stoves: Comparing Options for Your Home

Wood, Pellet or Gas Stoves: Comparing Options for Yo...

Compare wood stoves vs.  pellet stoves vs. gas stoves on efficiency, aesthetics, and safety to choose the right heating solution for your home.

Wood, Pellet or Gas Stoves: Comparing Options for Yo...

Compare wood stoves vs.  pellet stoves vs. gas stoves on efficiency, aesthetics, and safety to choose the right heating solution for your home.

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6 Ways to Get More Heat from Your Wood

Burning your wood efficiently saves time, money and trips to the wood pile. Here are our top tips for getting the most heat from every log.

6 Ways to Get More Heat from Your Wood

Burning your wood efficiently saves time, money and trips to the wood pile. Here are our top tips for getting the most heat from every log.

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Reducing Your Heating Bill: Oil vs. Pellets

While many choose to offset their high heating bills by supplementing their space with cost-effective additional units, such as heating stoves, there still remains the question of what kind of...

Reducing Your Heating Bill: Oil vs. Pellets

While many choose to offset their high heating bills by supplementing their space with cost-effective additional units, such as heating stoves, there still remains the question of what kind of...

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