What is one method for reducing creosote accumulation?

Burning well-seasoned wood is an effective method for reducing creosote accumulation in chimneys. When wood is well-seasoned, it means that it has a moisture content of about 20% or less, which allows it to burn more completely and efficiently. This efficient combustion results in hotter burns and less smoke, which directly correlates to reduced creosote production.

Creosote is a byproduct of incomplete combustion, typically formed when burning wood with high moisture content. If wood is not properly seasoned, it doesn't burn as thoroughly, leading to more smoke and therefore more creosote buildup in the chimney. Consequently, utilizing well-seasoned wood ensures that the wood burns cleaner, producing fewer hazardous byproducts and helping to maintain a safer, more efficient chimney system.