Pine should only be used for kindling, and should never be burned if it has been treated. Therefore, Jarrah wood is better.
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pine wood burns very rapidly because it is not dense and is full of very flammable rosin.
Dry, seasoned and resinous pine wood burns fastest.
Jarrah and Teak last approximately 50 years, and Jarrah is fire, rot and termite resistant, so is a good choice for durability. Other common woods used are Pine, Redwood, Roble and White Cedar. further information on the woods can be gained at http://www.outdoorlivingideas.com/woodtypes.html.
Jarrah wood is wood from a specific species of Eucalyptus tree - Eucalyptus marginata. These trees can frequently be found in forests in the southwestern areas of Western Australia.
oak is better for building
jarrah and barri
Soft wood...
Ninja wood is good at burning things.
Pine burns faster than hard wood, and leaves almost no coals so it's less heat efficient. Pine creates more sparks than hard wood so a good fireplace screen is essential and be aware that more sparks may ignite kreasote build-up in your chimney. On the plus side, cured pine usually has a brighter flame than hard wood and is prettier in your fire. Also pine is more likely to create the crackling fire sound that people enjoy. Probably your best bet is to use two pieces of hard wood and one piece of pine, and be aware that you will probably want to add one or two additional pine pieces before the hard wood burns away.
oak is a longer burning wood but provides less heat than most other woods. it's your choice really. but the direct answer to your question is most definately oak