<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Buying firewood is a lot more expensive than cutting it on your own. While being economical, it’s also fun and gives you a feeling of accomplishment. </span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Below are a few important tips for beginners before they <a href="https://www.explosion.com/131850/this-is-why-you-shouldnt-cut-a-tree-down-on-your-own/"><span class="s2">cut firewood on their own</span></a>.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>1. Keep Your Safety First</b></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Firewood cutting is adventurous, but you must be very careful while doing so. Not only the heavy logs of wood seem dangerous, but other things like dust, debris, wood chips, continuous sound of the chainsaw require you to be safe and you must be equipped with proper safety tools and gears. Some of them are:</span></p>
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<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Safety Goggles</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Face Shields</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Hearing Protectors</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Gloves</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Steel-Toe Boots</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1">Helmets</span></li>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Apart from all these have a first-aid kit with you and emergency numbers to call if things get out of hand. </span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>2. Get The Right Equipment</b></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Having proper equipment and tools can make your firewood cutting experience easier and quicker. Some of the essential tools are:</span></p>
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<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><b>Chainsaw </b>for cutting the trees.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><b>Bar oil </b>for reducing friction on your chainsaw and easy cutting. </span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><b>Sharpeners </b>to avoid blunt chainsaw blades.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><a href="https://www.fiskars.com/en-us/gardening-and-yard-care/ideas-and-how-tos/wood-preparing/buying-a-axe">Splitting or woodchopping axe</a> to split and chop your wood.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><b>Log jack</b> to lift felled trees and cut them safely and accurately.</span></li>
<li class="li1"><span class="s1"><b>Log splitter </b>for splitting wood into proper sizes.</span></li>
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<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>3. Find The Best Tree For Firewood</b></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Not all trees have the best quality of wood. You can either ask an expert woodcutter about types of wood each tree yields or do online research on the best trees for firewood. Being aware of the types saves you from unwanted troubles and makes your hard work fruitful.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>4. Choose The Right Time For Cutting Wood</b></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Wood can be cut anytime of the year but once a tree has been felled, there are many processes to carry out such as splitting, seasoning and stacking. Seasoning or removing all the moisture content from the wood itself takes 6 months. That is why it’s advised to plan and cut wood a season before it will be used.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">As for the right wood cutting season, it’s recommended to cut wood in the winter as the sap content in trees is the lowest which makes it easier to chop a tree down. </span></p>
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<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>5. Have A Sharp Chainsaw</b></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Having a sharp chainsaw blade makes your cutting smooth and easy. A blunt chainsaw blade apart from making uneven cuts is very dangerous as it can cause a chainsaw kickback. Kickbacks put you at risk of many injuries, so always sharpen your chainsaw blade before cutting wood.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">If you’re a beginner, go through the top-rated chainsaw types and its reviews here on <a href="http://www.chaincutting.com/"><span class="s4">Chain Cutting</span></a>.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>6. Cut The Wood In Proper Lengths</b></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">This is the most common mistake made by woodcutters and you realize this only while stacking that your wood pieces are longer or shorter than the required length.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">To avoid this mistake, measure the dimensions of your fireplace and make the cuts accordingly or cut a log of the required measurements and use it as a guide.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>7. Don’t Get Involved In Illegal Activities</b></span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">You’re allowed to cut trees without permission only on your own properties. But if you want to cut trees in a forest, <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/tree-cutting"><span class="s2">you will require a permit</span></a> to carry out the process legally.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Carry your permit at all times and stick to the rules and guidelines of the area and not indulge in any illegal practices.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">In conclusion, there are many things to consider if you choose to cut your firewood instead of purchasing one. We hope we’ve covered all the essential points in this article and that you find them useful. We wish you all the best for your wood cutting adventures!</span></p>

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