Dealing with Black Mold on Firewood

Finding black mold on firewood is one of those annoying surprises that usually shows up right when you're ready to get a cozy fire going. You reach into the stack, grab a log, and realize it's covered in dark, fuzzy, or splotchy patches that definitely weren't there when you bought it. It's a common headache for anyone who relies on a wood stove or fireplace, and while it looks pretty gross, it's usually a symptom of a larger storage problem rather than a total disaster. ...

May 13, 2026 · 6 min · Jeesun O´farrell