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.
1 Once the fire is well established, add coal to the center of the firebox in a cone shaped arrangement. 2  The highest part of the fuel should be in the center of the fire box. 3  This allows the heat to drive off the volatile gases and the turbulence created causes a more efficient burn.