goodwood® firelogs
FAQ's
Compare to Firewood and Wax Logs
Research on Densified Wood

Why are goodwood® firelogs better for the environment?
Studies have shown that densified all-wood firelogs, like our goodwood® firelogs, burn cleaner than firewood, resulting in fewer of the emissions that create indoor and outdoor woodsmoke pollution, including carbon dioxide, a problematic greenhouse gas. Typical supermarket wax-and-sawdust logs consist of up to 60% petroleum waste wax: a non-renewable resource that is highly volatile and leaves an oily residue. Air quality control agencies recommend using "...manufactured ("densified") logs made without wax or other binders...they burn cleaner, produce less smoke and emit 50% less carbon."

Collected from mills and woodland clean-up operations, the wood chips we use would otherwise be burned or landfilled. Diverting this wood into a denser, cleaner-burning fireplace fuel promotes environment-conscious practices both in its production and its use...it's the way She meant it to be!

What is "densified" wood?
All-wood firelogs are made by compressing dried clean wood chips and sawdust so densely that the natural resins (lignin) in the wood melt and bind the logs together. No additives, no chemical binders. Just pure wood. And now, with our patent-pending easy-light bags, this preferred wood can be enjoyed by any fireplace user.

Why a jute bag?
Jute is a fiber derived from the woody stem of an annual plant that grows abundantly throughout Asia and West Africa, commonly called burlap. We use food grade jute which is processed without chemicals or mineral oils. It lights easily, burns cleanly and has a pleasant, natural scent. To contain potential sawdust or wax particles that may result during handling, as well as help keep moisture out, we may also use a liner made of clean-burning, biodegradable cornstarch that we get from Norway (hey, ADM, you should be making these!).

How long does a goodwood fire burn?
As with all fires, burn time varies depending on airflow, tending, and placement of wood. A typical goodwood fire burns 1.5-2 hours in an open fireplace, comparable to a bundle of mixed firewood, and 3+ hours in an airtight woodstove.

Can I add more wood?
YES! You can add more goodwood® firelogs or regular wood to extend the duration of the fire at any time.

Can I use goodwood® firelogs in my wood stove?
YES! Densified wood is a preferred fuel for heating and woodstoves, burning hotter and cleaner. Some manu- facturers say not to burn more than three logs (15 lbs) at a time, which is twice the size of one of our packages.

How do goodwood firelogs compare to cordwood in terms of heating?
Densified logs, pellets and cordwood actually have approximately the same heat content per dry-weight, i.e., 8800Btu's/lb. However, in real-life scenarios, the moisture content of each plays a large role in actual, recoverable Btu's. Our research concludes that a typical seasoned (air-dried) hardwood such as oak, with a moisture content of 20%, will release approximately 5800-6400Btu's/lb. Densified wood logs with a moisture content of 8-12% release approximately 8100Btu's/lb.

How does the price of a goodwood® firelog bag compare to regular firewood?
Firewood prices vary greatly according to locale, but it is typical to see .7 -1 cu. ft. bundles or boxes of firewood retailing for $6 to $9. Easy-light goodwood® firelog bags burn as long or longer than wood and offer customers a cost-competitive, more environmentally-friendly product.

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