Cozy wooden winter fires
December 7th, 2023
It might be cold outside but this time of year a cosy fire is perfect to bring warmth and light to the surroundings. There are always days that can be spend outside even if we tend to spend more time indoors during the winter months. The more reason to provide extra warmth and conviviality. A nice winter fire is also suited for social get-togethers for families and friends.
Swedish torches
Swedish torches are not only a special eye-catcher at a garden party, but they also do an excellent job as a light and heat source because they burn vertically and are therefore more concentrated than normal campfires. Swedish torches are made from a round block of wood, into which vertical slots have been sawn in the shape of a cross. Because of the lighter and the perfect supply of oxygen through the slots, the Swedish torch ignites quickly, resulting in a beautiful burning block of wood that lasts for hours. Did you know? These torches were used by Swedish soldiers during the Thirty Years' War from 1618 to 1648. They were looking for an easy way to burn moist wood. By sawing the freshly chopped pine trees in a special way, they were able to quickly make firewood. In this way they did not have to travel long distances for firewood for their own camp.
Firewood
Birch wood gives high, blue flames and has a pleasant smell. Is very easy to light and gives a very good warmth. Birch wood burns less long, but gives a very good flame height. Is suitable for fireplaces, terrace heaters and fire bowls. The mixed firewood provides a varied play of flames through a mixture of oak, beech, ash and spruce. This mixed wood gives off a little less heat, is reasonably easy to light, burns medium and gives an average flame height. Is suitable for fireplaces, terrace heaters and fire bowls. The kindling wood is pine wood that will help getting the fire going.
Fine firebowls
Less is more! These fire bowls has a "down to earth" appearance and compliments any garden or patio space. A firebowl stands out as a modern element in the garden, and as a safe base for a controlled open fire in the garden. Add a tripod or a metal grill for a cooking experience or just enjoy the light and warmth from a fire.
Cosy gathering around the fire basket
Let guests gather around the famous fire baskets. Of course on a safe distance. With the right firewood, a fire basket is guaranteed for hours of fun. Offer a bottom plate as an extension. A bottom plate is safe and prevents the turf or other surface from catching fire. In addition to being safe, a bottom plate is also very handy, because cleaning up the next day is way easier.
Firehelpers
For thousands of years the Mayans have known that fat wood, which come from the ocote chino tree (Pinus oocarpa) native to Honduras, are perfect for starting fires, because of the high concentration of resin. These 100% natural wood sticks are highly flammable, making them perfect firelighters for a fireplace, barbecue, fire basket or terrace heater. The firestarters are made of wood shavings and soaked in vegetable wax. They ignite easlily and are smoke and odourless. These fire starter cubes made from wood and wax are suitable for a safe ignition of grills, ovens and heaters. The Fire starter cubes are made from 100% renewable raw materials. They give economical consumption as well as a long burning time
No wood? No problem!
The fire pot is a real garden torch which creates an atmospheric full flame. The terracotta pot has been filled with a mixture of hay and candle wax so that the flame spreads across the pot’s entire surface. Use this item in a fire bowl as a perfect source of light and heat. The burn time of the candle depends on the wind and the weather. The fire pot can produce flames of about 30 cm (11.8") and can be dangerous if left unattended. It can only be used outdoor and the burning time is about 2 hours. The bioethanol fireplace gives a natural, beautiful fire. The fireplace has a timeless design and can be placed on the table. Since bioethanol doesn't produce any smoke or soot, it is very easy to maintain and to clean.