Why does poplar wood pop

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Using a moisture meter is a good choice. This can tell you exactly how much moisture the wood holds. You can find them on Amazon here, Moisture Meter. If the wood has little moisture, it will not pop as much and it will also be much easier to burn.

Wood that is open grain will usually pop more too. This includes poplar , walnut , locust, hickory, ash, and even oak. Thankfully, there are a few specific types that are going to pop less than others.

For instance, softer birches and maple should do the trick. Either one of these should help you reduce the amount of popping that you hear when burning your firewood. I made this site to share my experiences and knowledge. Are you an adventurous individual who likes experimenting with different meals?