Can I Burn Heat Logs and Kiln Dried Logs Together?

Yes, heat logs and kiln-dried logs can be burned together in most suitable wood-burning stoves and open fires. In fact, combining the two can be a useful way to balance the strong, consistent heat of a heat log with the natural flame and character of traditional firewood.

One approach is to light your fire using kindling and kiln-dried logs, then add a heat log once the fire is well established. Alternatively, a heat log can be added when the fire begins to die down to provide an extra boost of heat.

Because heat logs are particularly dry and dense, avoid adding too many at once. A mixture of one heat log alongside one or two pieces of kiln-dried firewood can be a good starting point, depending on the size of your stove or fireplace.

Always follow the instructions supplied with your heat logs and the fuel-loading guidance provided by your stove manufacturer.