‘ello Campers…
Sorry it’s been a week or so since my last post – heck, things got hec-tic!
Not a bad thing though – it’s better to be busy, than not busy ‘ey?
Right! On wit’ m’ story – Jacka’…
I was asked recently what the main differences were between phurnacite and anthracite – an inquisitive schoolboy, who had accompanied his father to look for a new fireplace…
Anyway, thought I’d post it up here as it did open up an interesting point!!

So! What are the differences?
In a nut shell; Not much!
Anthracite is natural!
It is one of the most purest forms of coal (i.e. between 92% and 98% carbon) and is extremely compact, whereas Phurnacite, is a tradename for Anthracite dust, compressed into a briquette…
Some useful points about Phurnacite:
- Phurnacite is slow-burning
- Phurnacite can be left to slumber for long periods, at low temperatures
- Phurnacite is relatively low in cost
- Phurnacite is ideal for solid fuel central heating systems!
Hope this is helpful? I know it’s been short, but sometimes… Short is sweet
Take care,
Buck!