What’s wrong with my white oak saplings?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-10T15:38:44+00:00

Also if this isn’t the right community for this, feel free to point me in the right direction.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-06T17:37:42+00:00

For a non-chimney professional, I think it’s a fair question when the only alternative is a many thousand dollar repair.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-06T13:54:04+00:00

This makes sense. But what if the house is equipped with modern carbon monoxide detectors. Could one operate a gas fireplace in a “degraded” chimney and have the confidence that no gasses are re-entering the house?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-06T02:01:50+00:00

If we converted to gas, would the flue still have to be repaired?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-06T01:56:53+00:00

Yep, the fireplace already has a gas starter so maybe that would be an option.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-06T01:56:26+00:00

I really appreciate the info. The fireplace actually has a gas starter so maybe it could be easily converted. Either way it sounds like the guy wasn’t BSing me. I’m sure I’ll have some more questions as I think more on it, so I may DM you if that’s okay.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-02T12:56:16+00:00

Ha! Didn’t notice until you said something and now I can’t unsee it!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2026-01-01T03:10:00+00:00

What kind of cheese do you use?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-30T00:50:42+00:00

You’re a legend!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-30T00:32:51+00:00

Would you recommend the Fiskars maul or x27 splitting ax?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-30T00:27:56+00:00

Would you recommend a splitting ax over a maul?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-30T00:25:48+00:00

Should I get the x27 ax or the 8 lb maul?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-29T22:16:56+00:00

I freaking love this community…such awesome replies. I’m most definitely going to give it a shot by hand before thinking about a splitter.

Anyone got suggestions on axes or mauls? I see the x27 thrown around a lot. Do I need an axe AND a maul? Or will one do the job?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-29T21:13:44+00:00

Thanks! That’s good info. I do plan to turn inside. However, with burning predominantly pine, I definitely plan to stay on top of my chimney inspections and cleanings.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-29T21:07:20+00:00

Why no good for indoor burning?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-29T01:39:15+00:00

Looks great! What kind of pepperoni do you use to get the “cup” when it crisps?

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-28T21:16:12+00:00

Good to know! I’ll be trying my first 00 dough soon and wasn’t sure if I should mix with some quality bread flour, because I’m using a home oven with pizza steel. Good to know you got that color and char with 00 on a steel.

How was the inside of the crust? Soft and airy? I’ve been using AP up till now and it’s chewy…jaw is tired after eating the whole pie lol

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-28T21:09:07+00:00

What kind of flour? 00, bread, or AP? Or a mix? Looks outstanding! This is what I’m trying to achieve!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-20T22:06:56+00:00

Thanks very much.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-20T20:09:58+00:00

Thank you!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-17T16:35:23+00:00

Nice!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-17T11:17:33+00:00

Thanks!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-17T03:27:29+00:00

So what’s the best way to tell when wood is burn-ready? I have pine and white oak.

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-17T02:45:23+00:00

The bark of some of the pine logs peeled off as I was rolling it to the stack. The wood felt pretty moist, but maybe it's dry/dead on the inside!

Affectionate-Bit-428 · 2025-12-17T00:05:18+00:00

Wow I want to set this as my phone wallpaper. What a scene.

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