The wood should burn just as hot as any maple but wouldn’t produce that nice flame you want. It’s hard to tell, because I mix it with other wood. It tends to lag behind the newer wood, at least in my stove which is very picky about what it will burn.

How long should oak age before burning?

Before drying, know the properties of your wood. In general, pine and other softwoods require around 6 to 12 months to season, while hardwoods such as oak require a year to 2 years.

Is oak a good firewood to burn?

1. Oak: Known for its long, slow burns, oak is likely the best firewood wood. Oak is a dense hardwood available throughout most regions of North America. While oak wood can take a little longer to become properly seasoned than other firewoods, the fire from well seasoned oak in your wood stove can’t be beat.