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Why choose briquettes or heat logs over traditional firewood?
Because briquettes/heat logs have ultra-low moisture content and high calorific value, they burn cleaner and more efficiently. They also produce very little ash, require less frequent refuelling, and are more compact and easier to store.
What are Slow Burn Briquettes designed for?
Slow Burn Briquettes, made from compressed bark, are designed to deliver a gentle, sustained heat output over a long period rather than a quick, intense flare-up.
How long do Slow Burn Briquettes burn for?
Up to 6–8 hours, provided your stove has good seals and airflow is well controlled.
How do I get the best performance from Slow Burn Briquettes?
For best results: add them to an already established bed of warm embers, rather than trying to light them from scratch. If starting from cold, light kindling first (e.g. 6–8 sticks + firelighter / firelighters) and once you have a stable flame, add the briquettes or heat logs. Then adjust your stove’s air vents depending on how quickly / intensely you want them to burn.
What are Heat Briquettes?
Heat Briquettes are made from kiln-dried woodchips (with a little bark), compressed under high pressure to form a dense, clean-burning fuel.
How long do Heat Briquettes burn for, and how strong is the heat?
They offer a good to strong heat output when air vents are left open. When the stove's airflow is lowered, they can burn for up to 4 hours when placed on a good ember bed. Overall, heat briquettes are very versatile, and you can influence the heat and burn rate by adjusting the stove’s airflow: more air gives a hotter, faster burn, less air gives a slower, more moderate burn.
Heat Briquettes vs. Slow Burn Briquettes
Both contain similar total energy, but Slow Burn Briquettes release it gradually over 6–8 hrs for gentle sustained warmth (under certain conditions). Heat Briquettes, by contrast, release energy more quickly (up to 4 hrs), providing hotter, more immediate heat and more flexibility depending on airflow.
| Feature | Heat Briquettes | Slow Briquettes |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Kiln dried woodchips with a small amount of bark | Compressed bark |
| Heat Output | Moderate/Good | Long & slow |
| Burn Time | Up to 4 hours (if vents are closed) | Burn up to 6-8 hours* |
| Best Use | Daily heating: versatile heat | Evening/overnight burn / Take the chill off |
| Ash Production | Very low | Very low |
Read our guide to briquettes for more information.