Abstract: A molded artificial log for burning and producing heat comprising sawdust, wax, cotton lint, a hardwood charcoal powder, and a binder is disclosed. A specific proportion of the components are mixed together and molded by an extrusion device to produce a long burning artificial log. The artificial logs have general use in fireplaces and wood burning stoves and are substantially made of renewable plant components and waste products providing an environmentally valuable energy resource.

Abstract: A rapidly ignitable and even burning charcoal briquette having a coating formed thereon comprised of a flammable alcohol and a wicking material bound to the surface of the briquette by a layer of gel-like material. The invention also comprises a method for forming said ignitable coating.