I've been trying to think of useful things to do with the mountain of birch that I've been felling recently and one thing that came to mind was a type of fire-log I have seen in the past.
Trouble is, I can't remmeber what it's called or if there is anything special about it's construction?! :bluThinki
From what I remember, it's a log of birch (?) stood on end with a cross sawn into the top third (or more?). A fire is lit with a single match and the log will gradually burn down, the fire lasting ages. I think it can be used for cooking on at the same time?
Does anybody know what I'm on about here? If so, could you tell me what I'm missing and how I can make them?
Also, what do people here do with birch wood (other than carve bowls and spoons )? I know it burns well and the bark can be used for all sorts, but what else?
thanks
Dave
Trouble is, I can't remmeber what it's called or if there is anything special about it's construction?! :bluThinki
From what I remember, it's a log of birch (?) stood on end with a cross sawn into the top third (or more?). A fire is lit with a single match and the log will gradually burn down, the fire lasting ages. I think it can be used for cooking on at the same time?
Does anybody know what I'm on about here? If so, could you tell me what I'm missing and how I can make them?
Also, what do people here do with birch wood (other than carve bowls and spoons )? I know it burns well and the bark can be used for all sorts, but what else?
thanks
Dave