Hamer Fires 5 Series: Basset 5 / 5 Tall - Catalog - Page 51
LIGHTING THE STOVE TOP DOWN METHOD
How to Light Your Stove Using the Top-Down Method
Lighting a stove effectively requires a method that minimises smoke production and maximises ef昀椀ciency.
The top-down method is widely recognised for achieving this. Unlike traditional methods, where 昀椀res are
lit from the bottom, the top-down approach starts with the largest logs at the bottom, smaller logs in
the middle, and kindling at the top. This arrangement ensures a cleaner, hotter, and longer-lasting 昀椀re.
Building a Top-Down Fire
The top-down method ensures ef昀椀cient combustion, minimal smoke, and a longer-lasting 昀椀re. Follow
these steps to build your 昀椀re and managing air昀氀ow:
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