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Wood Fuel Information

Buying and Burning Fuelwood

The recent increase in fuel oil costs has led many Islanders to reconsider firewood for their homes. Properly seasoned fire wood can give good value for money, and can help to improve the quality of the forest if it is harvested in an environmentally responsible fashion. This document is meant to be a general guide to several key factors Islanders should consider when buying and using wood to heat their home.

• Harvesting In An Environmentally Responsible Fashion
  
• Where can I buy firewood?
  
• Fuelwood Producers: June 2007
  
• How much should I buy?
  
• How is wood sold?
  
• How can I ensure that I get fair scale for my wood?
  
• How do I know if it is dry?
  
• What species of wood should I buy?
  
• Tree Species
  
• How do I know if my wood is burning efficiently?
  
• Guide For Wood Heat Value