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Offset smokers have become increasingly popular among pitmasters. Featuring a separate firebox that's away from the main cooking compartment, an offset smoker offers the perfect environment in which to smoke meat. You can place your meat inside the main cooking...

Oak trees are found extensively throughout the United States. Regardless of where exactly you live, you've probably encountered some of these hardwood trees. Because they are so common, oak trees are frequently used as firewood. But do oak trees really...

Flare-ups are a common occurrence when grilling meat. It's characterized by the eruption of a large flame, which usually lingers for just a few seconds to a few minutes before subsiding. With the towering flame rising up through the cooking...

A roaring fire brings warmth to people and places and adds an element of old-world charm and comfort to any setting. If you're bringing firewood on a weekend camping trip or stocking up for the winter and transporting a fresh...

When most people think of fireplaces, they envision indoor fireplaces installed in living rooms or other interior spaces of a home or building. A fireplace, however, can be installed outdoors as well. If you're looking to renovate your outdoor living...

How much heat does your fireplace produce? It's frustrating when you spend your time and energy building a fire, only for it to produce little or no heat. While using high-quality firewood can increase your fireplace's heating power, you should...

One of the oldest Christmas traditions is the Yule Log. There are even references to burning a yule log as far back as the 1200s! What is the tradition? Well it depends on which country you ask: Scandinavians used to...

At Cutting Edge Firewood, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality products for our customers. We carefully select our wood to ensure that it burns clean and efficiently. Our team takes great care in preparing and packaging each order,...

When shopping for firewood, you might be wondering whether to choose a hardwood or softwood variety. There are approximately 60,000 species of trees worldwide, all of which can be categorized as either hardwood or softwood. While both hardwood and softwood...

There's no substitution for the radiant warmth and pleasant aroma offered by a wood fire. Gas fires pale in comparison to their wood counterparts. Whether it's natural gas or propane, it won't produce as much heat as a wood fire,...

With its ability to produce unique and delectable flavors, smoking is one of the best ways to cook chicken. Whether you're cooking a whole chicken or a few chicken breasts or wings, they'll have a mouthwatering flavor after being exposed...

A fire pit does more than just improve the aesthetics of your patio or outdoor living space; it opens the doors to new social activities. Rather than staying cooped up inside your home during the evenings, you can gather around...

Are you looking to purchase a new smoker? The right smoker can make a world of difference in the flavor, texture and overall quality of your smoked foods. Whether you're smoking a beef brisket, a pork shoulder, chicken wings or...

We love the holidays. It's a great time for families and friends to get together, make memories, and share food, fun, and stories. We also love good BBQ. Grilling or smoking food is an amazing way to make delicious food...

Here at Cutting Edge Firewood, we deliver firewood by the rack and by the box. Boxes are great for a lot of reasons, so we put together this video that explains what is inside each box and the benefits. Watch...

Statistics show over 25,000 U.S. homes experience a chimney fire each year in the United States. While some of these chimney fires are minor, others are more severe and costly. Regardless, if your chimney catches fire, it's bad news for...

Do you own or manage a restaurant? If so, you probably know the importance of using high-quality ingredients. From cuts of meats to side items and even sauces, ingredients can make or break a patron's dining experience. Well, the type...

Not all grills are made equal. If you're looking to buy a new grill, you need to choose the right type. A high-quality grill is a smart investment that will pay off in the form of better-tasting food, which is...

Do you own an outdoor fire pit? If so, you should consider using kiln dried firewood in it. While most people are familiar with the benefits of using kiln dried firewood in a fireplace -- it is safer and protects...

Based on their name alone, you may assume that smoking chunks are only useful for smoking meat. While smoking chunks can certainly be used for smoking, you can also use them for grilling. You'll still need some other type of...

When building a fire, one of the decisions you'll have to make is whether to use split firewood or whole logs. Both types of wood will burn to produce heat. As a result, you can use either of them to...