As there is great difference in the "drawing" of chimneys, the exact time required for making a fire can not be given.
In using wood, the same principles apply; but of course the fire must be fed much oftener.

Grate-fires, as well as those in the ordinary stove, are to be made in much the same way.

In a grate, a blower is fastened on until the coal is burning well; but, if the fire is undisturbed after its renewal, it should burn from six to eight hours without further attention.
Then rake out the ashes, add coal, put on the blower a few minutes, and then proceed as before.

If an exceedingly slow fire is desired, cover the top with cinders, or with ashes moistened with water.

In making a grate or stove fire, keep a coarse cloth to lay before it, that ashes may not spoil the carpet; and wipe about the fire-place with a damp, coarse cloth.