Is using used motor oil to start a fire ok?

Hi,





lately when I change the oil on my cars I have been using the old oil in my fireplace.





Is this ok?





Thanks


JohnIs using used motor oil to start a fire ok?
I wouldnt advise it John, The oil residue in the smoke will coat the creosote in your chimney and make it more likely that you will have a chimney fire.


If you are looking for a good fireplace accelerant try a paper bag filled with dry pine cones or dry twigs. Light the bottom of the bag first and that puppy will get hot enough to start the other logs in a flash.

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