How long does it burn before you have to add wood?
1336426
It really depends on the type of wood you are using. If you were to purchase the split wood that department stores sell in the fall/winter/christmas time, once you have your fire going the stove itself will hold about 3 14 to 16 inches pieces then it will last you for aprox 4 to 5 hours. the harder the wood the longer the fire.
1336427
That depends on a number of factors such as air flow, wood density (hard/softwood), moisture content. But if you are looking at this as a source of tent or bunkie heating, forget it. The stovepipie is too narrow to get a good fire going without filling your shelter with smoke.
1336428
It burns pretty well, but that burn time is going to depend on wood type, air temp, ect....
1336429
That depends on type of wood and how dry it is. In my ice house I get about 3 hrs with dry birch. It did get hot enough to cook hot dogs for the kids.
368317
I've never started a charcoal fire, only a wood stove. The cube burns about 5 minutes and one is all it takes for the stove.
1099563
That depends on how high you run the burner...full open you would probably get 3.5-4 hours. I normally run mine about 2/3 open and can get around 6 hours.
1494267
I have used wood but unless you use very dense wood like mesquite it burns very quickly. Best to use a combination of wood and charcoal. Imparts fantastic flavor.
340429
Wood is way better. I could onlu add them to the fire to add some smell. Typically two or three at a time.
66658
We've had ours almost a year. Use it a couple times a month in spring and summer, weekly in winter. Do nothing other than empty ashes and lean it against a wall. Holding up great. Best one we've ever had.(Fire can be built up to last at most 6 hours if you use good hard wood.)
1484454
I would not burn wood/biomass indoors. Once the stove gets going it is less smokey, but will generate lots of smoke during startup or while adding fuel. I have not used the alcohol burner attachment, but that would definitely be better for a low ventilation area. I love this stove, but it is basically a mini campfire (I did use it in a 3 sided AT shelter, but depending on wind the smoke was annoying)
1941180
About 5 minutes, you will have to use a few cubes depending upon the amount of charcoal you want to light.
1203097
You need to add hunks of hardwood to be able to get the temperature into that range. Charcoal alone won't be able to do it. I add four or five 3" or so hunks to the mix once the charcoal is cover with ash. Within a few minutes of igniting, you'll see the temperature spike.
1483049
How small a gap are we discussing? may have to Adjust your hinges, but first do a empty, no food mid temp Fire for a few hours and see how much the burn in helps settle things in.
1941176
Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and break off sections of that as needed. Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and... » Read More Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and break off sections of that as needed. « Show Less
1372171
Yes, throw it in the fire. I put it in after the fire is going well. And yes, I like Creosote Destroyer. It works for me. I'm the kind of person that might sometimes burn wood that was not prime fuel, which makes me concerned about build up in my chimney. I burn a lot of construction debris.
1301903
Yes and It's an hour is so to get it built. If you add the smoke box..add another 1/2 hour.Easy job...dont forget to season the grill with veg oil for how ever long book recommends..After that its cooking and smoking delicious meats...
2017858
Sure, no problem. I often start the wood with miscellaneous paperwork. Always have the screen on top and be aware paper can generate more flying ash than wood.
1744350
Since this is wood, I would not put it in the oven. It would probably burn.
234621
It depends on what type of wood your using and how hot your running it. I use saw dust from a chain saw and a full pan at 250 degrees lasts 2 1/2 hours. I have had many types of smokers and once you get used to a gas smoker and it's heat this is the best one I have ever had, I learned to cut your meat smaller and use more racks. It not a stick burner for sure. This smokes perfect everytime.
2133321
My experience with the alcohol stoves is that you can make them in about 15 minutes if it's the 25th or more one that you've made. Otherwise, better figure at lease an hour or more to do the cuts right and wedged together without tearing one of the can halves and having to start over. They can also be tempermental to light and either have to burn all of the fuel you've poured in, or snuffed with a cloth and try to get your extra fuel back into your container.