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Wood splitting tool, large at 18cm
Instructions and safety notes
A splitting wedge is a metal wedge that is driven into medium or large blocks of wood with a sledgehammer.
Many people who need to split logs for firewood or other purposes have stated that using a splitting wedge gives a significant mechanical advantage because of the ratio of the length of its slope to its width.
Safety Considerations
As with any tool, use a high degree of cautiousness and common sense when handling a splitting wedge. Stand clear of the line of the cracking. Having a wedge popping out and hitting your body or feet isn’t pleasant. Also, stand perpendicular to the splitting of the log as well as the wedge itself.
There are many potentially dangerous factors that come into play when you are splitting logs. It is quite common for pieces of wood to fly back at you. It goes without saying that you should always wear protective eyewear as well as safety gloves.
Also, it is wise to use a chopping block. This way, there will be less strain on your lower back. When splitting, keep your feet shoulder length apart.
Adapted from: How to Split Wood With a Wedge – Guide for Beginners – BackyardGadget and How to Split Wood With a Wedge: 7 Steps with Video Demo – Burly Beaver.