Lakelife2020, you are welcome. Yes, I LOVE hickory. All the various shades are like mother nature showing off, ha! Mine is a traditional, thick, hardwood which was prefinished. I would call the company from whence it came, but it burned to the ground in a suspicious fire.
There are several brands out there. Just research and get a good thick one. Read the 1 star reviews first, that's what I do.
And regarding your chimney. Maintenance is so important!! Only burn hardwood, never pine, as the sap will coat the interior of the flue with creosote. Get the chimney professionally cleaned every year. That way, you should avoid a chimney fire. And buy your firewood in the summer. I use a moisture meter to make sure it's seasoned and not green. Seasoned firewood tends to sell out in our area by late summer. Enjoy!
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