Processing for #2 begins: February 11. As of March 2 (about 6 weeks total), awaiting results. If it's 6-8 weeks from processing time, I still have weeks to go. My own test took about 3 weeks from activation to completion, but that was a couple of years ago, so maybe there is a bigger backlog right now. Be the first to rate this.
Undo. kframe19. Yes, those kinds of fireplaces generally burned coal-depending on where you are they may well have burned lignite, which is a sort of in between peat and bituminous coal. The solid panels are a nice touch to have, still. Many times they've simply disappeared.
Shopping for a wood-burning fireplace: 1  Firewood costs about $250-$600 per cord, depending on type of wood and area of country where purchased. 2  A cord measures about 4' high, 4' wide and 8' long. 3  Ensure firewood is clean, seasoned and dry before burning to reduce emissions and create a better heat source. Fireplace tools cost about $15-$95 for a shovel, broom and stoker. 2  Metal ash vacuums cost $120-$240. 3  Screens cost $190-$250 and can be both decorative and useful as they keep burning wood and pieces of ash away from flammables. 4  Burning wood in an open fireplace may actually remove more heat from the room than it adds.