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There is nothing better than getting the stove on and sitting in front of it and slowly feeling your feet heat up on a cold winter’s night… However, this can sometimes be hard to achieve if you keep struggling to get the stove lit up in the first place!

Before we can get into the differences between seasoned and kiln-dried wood is, we need to have an understanding of what both of these woods are. 

Before we can discuss what lignite is, what is it used for and where can you buy some - we first need to understand what coal is, as lignite is a type of coal. 

A woodburning stove fire on a cold winters night, lighting up a BBQ on a bright, cloudless day, or even watching just flames slowly sway side to side… there is nothing quite like using energy-efficient wood pellets. However, to get the best from them, it’s vital that you store your wood pellets correctly. While this might seem obvious, when it comes to storing your wood pellets for maximum efficiency, some important steps for storage may have slipped your mind. That’s why Coal Hunt is bringing you this step by step guide on the best way to store your wood pellets.

If you are looking for more information on wood pellets, thinking about purchasing them but you’re not 100% sure or are just a bit curious about what they do, then you’ve come to the right blog. Within this post we will talk about what are wood pellets, why are they used, why should you use them and even where to buy them.

As the proud owner of a wood burning stove, often the temptation to maximise fuel savings takes over. You may want to cut and season your own firewood. While this is definitely a great option, there are a few things you need to consider first of all.

You’ve probably heard of The Clean Air Act or are aware of Smoked Controlled Areas throughout the UK, but what does this really mean for you? And how can you be sure what fuel you can use in these areas? Here’s everything you need to know about The Clean Air Act and Smokeless Fuel...

There’s nothing better than rounding up your friends and family for a summer’s evening around the firepit. But, how much do you really know about the coal or fuel that you’re burning? Here’s an insight into everything you need to know about coal.

In another blog, we discussed the process of seasoning your own wood. And, although possible, many of our customers just don’t have that free time to waste. Luckily, there’s a faster, more efficient way: kiln drying! In this post, Coal Hut is taking a deep-dive into kiln dried wood. We’ll cover everything from the importance of wood moisture content, the kiln drying process and so much more. Read more to find out how to get industry-leading kiln dried wood at CoalHut.com.

Anthracite coal is a premium fuel for home appliances. Famed for its consistent performance in the likes of heaters, cookers and boilers - it's no wonder why it has become one of the most popular smokeless coals on the market today. In this post, Coal Hut takes a deep-dive into anthracite coal. The topics to be discussed include the formation process, the benefits of anthracite coal, uses for anthracite coal and much more!