There are 3 no-nonsense activities you can start with. Scientists have shown that these activities can remove a decent chunk of the toxins and gases in woodsmoke, mostly just by resulting in hotter fires. Some of you reading this may first want to know more before starting out, or may appreciate talking about your situation with a trained professional. I
This checklist is designed to assist residential energy auditors in providing recommendations to homeowners about their wood stove, which may be their primary or secondary heating system.
This outreach document is intended for the general public. It provides general information on wood burning as a source of dioxins and other pollutants, as well as recommendations to diminish the risk of exposure.
The top-down technique takes a little longer in preparation, but the reward is less pollution, less fussing with the fire after it is lit and up to two hours of heating without having to reload.