Ash, oak, birch, beech and sycamore behave differently; a mixed British hardwood load combines their strengths.
Ash
Steady, useful heat and forgiving performance.
Oak
Dense wood that takes longer to start and rewards you with a long, steady burn.
Birch
Lights easily and burns bright and quickly, useful while a stove reaches temperature.
Beech and sycamore
Dependable heat, clean splitting and tidy stacking.
What to avoid
Do not burn treated or painted timber, finished furniture or chemically treated pallets.