Top down vs. Bottom Up

[Chris Cringle]

Been heating almost exclusively with wood for 9 winters now. For most of that time I built "bottom-up" fires. Last winter started using the "top-down" method. After a few fires got the hang of it. Now it's my preferred starting method.

 

[Michael E]

I agree. It works well and produces a lot less smoke and emissions. That's even more important if you live in a big city like me, with lots of apartment buildings all around...

 

[SimonHS]

Top down always for me.

 

[Del_]

Top down and near the front air input.