Business Details
Natural Fatwood Firestarters for Grilling & Bushcraft
Wood Products International was founded on a commitment to quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. For three generations, our family-owned business has specialized in crafting all-natural wood products that combine reliable performance with sustainable practices. Our dedication to improving everyday life through true sustainability drives every decision we make. We pioneered the Three Tree Pledge Program, ensuring responsible forest stewardship by replanting three trees for every one used in production. Our partnership with SCS Global Services guarantees that our fatwood firestarters meet rigorous environmental and social standards. With a legacy rooted in the lumber industry, we continue to expand our offerings while maintaining the core values established by our founder, James Davis.Our products cater to diverse needsfrom camping and grilling to bushcraftproviding safer, more sustainable firestarting solutions. We collaborate with ESNACIFOR in Honduras to support forest management education and conservation efforts. Our resin-rich fatwood, harvested from reclaimed pine stumps, offers an indefinite shelf life and chemical-free performance. Every product reflects our belief that responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship can coexist. Today, we remain committed to honoring our founders vision while innovating for future generations.
Services
Fatwood Firestarters
Grilling Solutions
Bushcraft Supplies
Environmental Stewardship Program
Certified Sustainable Products
Highlights and features
- Three generations of family-owned expertise in sustainable wood products
- SCS-certified for environmental and social responsibility
- Three Tree Pledge funds reforestation and forest education initiatives
- 100% reclaimed resin-rich pine stumps for zero-waste production
- Chemical-free firestarters with indefinite shelf life
Associations and certifications
- SCS Global Services
Services
Fatwood Firestarters
Our fatwood firestarters are crafted from resin-rich pine stumps, offering a waterproof, rot-resistant solution for quick fire ignition. Ideal for grilling, camping, or bushcraft, they burn cleanly without chemicals. Each purchase supports sustainable forestry through our Three Tree Pledge.
Three Tree Pledge
For every tree used in production, we fund the planting of three new pine saplings in Honduras. Partnering with ESNACIFOR, this initiative promotes forest education and long-term environmental vitality while maintaining product sustainability.
SCS Certification
Our SCS Global Services certification verifies 100% reclaimed material sourcing and adherence to strict environmental standards. This third-party validation ensures responsible production practices and social accountability across our supply chain.
Bushcraft Supplies
Fatwood sticks provide reliable firestarting for bushcraft enthusiasts. Their natural resin ensures easy ignition even in wet conditions, making them indispensable for wilderness survival kits or emergency preparedness packs.
Grilling Solutions
Our chemical-free fatwood eliminates petroleum additives from grilling routines. Designed to light charcoal efficiently, it produces no harmful residues, preserving food flavor while supporting eco-conscious cooking practices.
Questions
What makes fatwood a better firestarter than conventional options?
Fatwood uses natural pine resin for instant ignition without chemicals, offering indefinite shelf life and safer combustion compared to synthetic firestarters.
How does the Three Tree Pledge support sustainability?
We fund replanting three trees for every one harvested through partnerships with forest education institutions, ensuring long-term resource availability and ecosystem health.
Can I use fatwood directly under cooking food?
No—fatwood ignites charcoal efficiently but produces resin smoke. Wait until coals ash over before grilling to avoid flavor contamination.
Is BetterWood's fatwood SCS-certified?
Yes—our products hold SCS Global Services certification for using 100% reclaimed materials and meeting rigorous environmental stewardship standards.
Where does BetterWood source its fatwood?
We harvest stumps from fast-growing Central American pines outside rainforest areas, utilizing waste material from lumber operations for sustainable production.
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