A splitting block is more than just for convenience sake – it is also a safer way to split wood and is better on sensitive backs. The Woodland Homestead (Storey Publishing, 2015) by Brett McLeod is ...

Few methods of home heating are as iconic and rewarding as burning wood—especially if you cut and split it yourself. The hard physical work of splitting firewood is missing from most other heating ...

If you live in the country, you may already know about keeping a woodpile stocked. But even many city neighbourhoods are more like forest villages than concrete jungles. These places, too, are great ...

If you cut, split, or stack firewood, these 5 gadgets make the job way easier. We’re talking tools that save time, reduce strain, and help you stay safer around sharp edges. Some are perfect for ...

Nearly all electric models are corded, so you have to set them up near a power source, or connect them to a portable generator. They’re a great fit for shorter jobs–splitting logs in the afternoon for ...

Well-seasoned oak is one of the best hardwoods for fires, says Steve Bowers, a forester with Oregon State University Extension Service. (Richard J. Payette) Conscientious Oregonians have been storing ...