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    Feb 5, 2007, 06:18 AM
    Moldy Firewood
    I have obtained several packaged bundles of Kiln-dried firewood. Several pieces of the split wood have mold growing on them, olive drab in color. Are these safe to use in my fireplace?
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    Feb 5, 2007, 06:24 AM
    Here is a resource: Wood Mold (mould), woodsmoke, wood smoke contains active mold spores that are not killed in the fire.

    It would seem you would be wise to not burn it.

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