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How to Dispose of Ash

Fireplace Ash Disposal Tips

There’s nothing like the ambiance and comfort of a real fire, but decades of reliance on central heating seem to have left some gaps in our understanding of fire safety. I’ve seen too many news stories about house fires which started because ash from an open fire or woodburner wasn’t disposed of safely. Many people don’t realise how dangerous hot ashes can be, assuming the risk of fire disappears as the flames die down. However, even when it looks as though the fire is dead embers can stay hot enough to start a fire for several days afterwards.

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