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Wood chunks and wood chips

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Grader07
Grader07 Posts: 264
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Do either of these lose their smoking power if not used up for awhile.  Guess what im looking for is if they have a shelf life like seasonings
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  • Sardonicus
    Sardonicus Posts: 1,700
    edited March 2015
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    :D Once it petrifies, it's worthless.


    Until then, you're good. :)

    Just keep/use it dry.

    "Too bad all the people who know how to run the country are busy driving cabs and barbecuing."      - George Burns

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  • lousubcap
    lousubcap Posts: 32,343
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    Long answer-Wood that has been allowed to air-dry will give up moisture until it ends up in equilibrium with the natural moisture content of the local environment.  This wood will burn quicker and impart less smoke/volume than fresher (less dry) wood.  I doubt you will notice the difference in the amounts you would use. 
    You will get smoke from any wood you use, just a question of how much.
    Short answer-there is a shelf-life but I don't think it is anywhere as noticeable as seasonings.  FWIW-
    Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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  • Grader07
    Grader07 Posts: 264
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    Thanks
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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 17,174
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    Just make sure there's no mold on it. 
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