Start by placing some kindling in the center of your fireplaces grate.
Then lay one split-out section of log across each end of the stack of kindling.
Note that these pieces of wood are placed with their rear ends closer together than their front ends.
Now lay one or two pieces of wood across the two side logs.
This is creating afirebox thats entirely open across its front.
This creates a good draft that makes your fire burn more efficiently.
This flame will warm the air and cause it to start rising up the chimney.
Thats your signal to light the main fire in the usual way with twisted papers.
Just replace them with fresh chunks of wood.
(Youll soon note that those side logs do not burn through very readily.
Rather, their back ends just seem to scorch away.
Watch How to Video to see his step by step instructions on how to build a great fire!
