Uncle Beef
Wood Wool Fire Lighters
Wood Wool Fire Lighters
Full product description
Clean, quick and reliable, our wood wool fire lighters spark your BBQ, braai, pizza oven or log burner with minimal smoke and low odour. Each twirl of wood wool is wax-dipped for a steady 8–10 minute burn, giving charcoal and logs the perfect start without chemical smells. One match, one lighter, job done.
Why you’ll love it
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Fast lighting with a long, steady flame
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Low odour, low smoke—great for cooking fires
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Natural materials: wood wool and wax
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Works for BBQs, braais, pizza ovens, chimineas, fire pits and stoves
Product details
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Composition: wood wool (shredded softwood) + refined wax
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Burn time: typically 8–10 minutes per piece (conditions vary)
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Supplied in a recyclable carton/bag (piece count may vary—see label)
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Suitable for charcoal and logs
How to use
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Open vents for airflow.
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Place 1–2 lighters among kindling/charcoal; light the edge.
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Let flames establish; add more fuel gradually—don’t smother.
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For larger log fires, use 2–3 lighters spaced apart.
Safety & storage
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Outdoor use for BBQs/braais; indoor only in approved fireplaces/stoves with good ventilation.
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Keep away from children, pets and open boxes of matches.
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Store cool, dry and closed; keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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Never use to relight hot embers with hands near flames; use tools.
FAQs
Do they smell?
Very low odour—ideal for food fires.
How many do I need?
Usually 1–2 for charcoal; 2–3 for larger log stacks.
Any chemicals?
Wax-dipped natural wood wool—no harsh chemical accelerants.
Can I break them in half?
Yes—use smaller pieces for kindling; increase count if needed for bigger fuels.