How long should white ash wood be seasoned?
On One Hand: Seasoning RequiredThe notion that white ash can be burned green is erroneous. For seasoned wood to burn properly, the moisture content in the wood should be 20 percent or less. Freshly cut white ash contains, at minimum, 30 percent moisture and should be seasoned for at least a full summer.On the Other: Different StackingAllowing increased air circulation around freshly cut wood–white ash or any other kind–can reduce the time it needs to season. Freshly cut wood can be seasoned in as little as three months when it’s stacked according to the holz hausen–or wood house–method. This involves stacking the wood around a pole to create a tower that allows for increased air flow.Bottom LineStacking your firewood in a way that increases air flow allows it to dry faster, but the fact is: The longer it’s allowed to dry, the better.
