If you own a multi-fuel burning pellet stove or are considering buying one to lower your heat bill, a common question newer stove owners have is burning wood pellets vs corn. The ease and flexibility that a multi-fuel pellet stove provides is something long-time owners have grown to really appreciate. We continually hear stories from […]
Wood Pellets vs Corn
Bulk Corn Purchase: How close did you plan?
How well did you plan/estimate your bulk corn purchase this year? If you didn’t burn corn in your multi-fuel pellet stove or fireplace this year, how well did you estimate your wood pellet or other renewable fuel? The use of renewable fuels for heat is meant to save you money, in addition for being a […]
What You Need to Know About Burning Corn for Heat
The over abundance and low price of corn has many people considering this homegrown fuel choice. The current price of corn is appealing, and burning it is much better than letting it go to waste. If you have a brand new corn burning stove or you’ve had a pellet stove for years but have decided […]
Why Don’t We Burn Corn Cobs in Pellet Stoves?
Flex-fuel appliances like the Magnum Countryside pellet stove are designed to burn a variety of fuels, including corn. Mike Haefner, owner of American Energy System and manufacturer of the Magnum line of products designed and built the first ever certified appliance in the industry that burns corn. Why not burn corn cobs? The reason corn […]