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Enviro-Log |
Sawdust & Wax-Based Firelogs |
Firewood |
| Composition |
100% Waxed Old Corrugated Cardboard boxes used for fresh vegetables. |
Sawdust and petroleum waste wax, chemicals for colored flames, seeds for crackling. |
Soft and hard woods. |
| Emissions |
30-40% lower particulate matter emissions than firewood. |
Better particulate matter emissions than firewood. |
Poor: Highest levels of particulate matter emissions. |
| Wood Stove |
Yes :: burns hotter and cleaner than firewood. |
Not recommended for use in wood stoves. |
Yes |
| Burn More Than One |
Yes :: use as a substitute for wood or add to enhance a wood fire. |
No :: Use only one at a time. |
Yes |
| Cooking |
Yes :: Like firewood, food can pick up some of the flavor of the fire. |
Never |
Yes :: but resins in the wood can affect taste. |
| Chiminea |
Yes :: perfect for outdoor activities. |
Not recommended but some offer a high quality wax firelog. |
Yes :: can be smoky if wood is wet. |
| Storage |
Can be stored and burned in all weather conditions. |
Can melt or drip under warm conditions. |
All weather conditions, but difficult to light wet. |
| Burn Time |
Up to 3 hours or more (5 pound firelog). |
2 hours for 3 pound firelog, 3 hours for 5 pound firelog. |
1.5 to 3 hours per average firewood bundle |
| Special Grate |
No |
Recommended by some manufacturers |
No |
| Scent |
Low odor less smoke than firewood. |
Distinctive odor - oily |
Smoky - varies greatly with moisture. |
| Sparks |
No (in normal use) :: may spark while stirring. |
Yes :: can spark with crackle type logs. |
Yes :: can be severe. |
| Poke or Stir |
Yes :: treat just like real wood. |
No :: melts, drips, and goes soft like candle wax in warm environments. |
Yes :: Increases sparking |
| Starter Material |
None required lights directly with match. |
Yes :: Must use wrapper or starter. |
Yes :: will vary with moisture of wood. |
