Heat This winter... Wood vs Oil
Stay Warm!
I posted this information earlier in the season but wanted to remind everyone now as it is getting colder out!
With the heating season upon us and many people turning to wood or pellets as a main heat source in place of oil; I thought I would share some information I acquired some years ago about wood/oil Equivalent Values. I hope you might be able to use these as a general guide.
Equivalvent Value of #2 Heating Oil in Gallons Per Cord of Wood.
ASH 161 g/c ELM 175 g/c RED OAK 195 g/c
BASSWOOD 121 g/c HARD MAPLE 207 g/c SPRUCE 129 g/c
BEECH 199 g/c HEMLOCK 128 g/c WHITE PINE 122 g/c
CHERRY 168 g/c HICKORY 219 g/c BIRCH 187 g/c
Remember to burn only cured or dry wood
Clean the chimney flue at least once a year.
Never store refuse or flammables near your wood burner.
Never use gasoline or lighter fluid to start your fire.
Safe heating this winter to all!
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