What This Site Covers
Pinehearth publishes reference material on three related topics relevant to Canadians who heat with wood: the time required to properly season different firewood species, how to use and interpret moisture meter readings, and the structural and safety considerations of outdoor firewood stacking.
The content is descriptive and informational. It does not represent the services, position, or guidance of any government body, industry association, or appliance manufacturer.
Why These Topics
Wood heat remains in active use across Canada, from supplementary fireplace use in urban areas to primary heating in rural communities without access to natural gas. Despite this, there is limited plain-language consolidation of publicly available information on the practical side of firewood preparation. Questions around drying time, moisture testing, and stacking method come up regularly in the context of chimney maintenance, appliance warranty compliance, and air quality regulations.
Pinehearth was built to address that gap by collecting and presenting publicly available reference data in a structured, readable format.
Content Standards
Articles on this site draw from publicly available sources, including Natural Resources Canada wood heat references, provincial ministry publications, and the documented standards of industry bodies such as the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association (HPBA). No original research is conducted. Specific statistics or claim are not included unless they appear in cited public sources. Where exact figures are not available from a verified source, the content uses ranges or general language rather than invented precision.
Contact
For questions about specific content, corrections to factual information, or general enquiries, contact us at info@pinehearth.org.