The Garden Supplies Centre Large Log Store With Kindling Shelf Heavy Duty Pressure Treated

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Following on from the previous point, consider how many logs on average you have on hand, using this to help choose storage with a suitable capacity. As mentioned above, the size of storage containers varies greatly, so it is important to choose one that stores enough logs for your needs. This way the logs will be dried by the warmth of the sun and ventilation from the draft, but they won’t have rain blown directly on them when the weather is bad.

Please note, the measurements shown in the diagram are the overall dimensions of the store including the roof overhang. Please note: The product colours shown are representative only and may differ on the actual product due to natural variations in the timber used. You can store firewood in a plastic bin if the wood is completely dry. Wood that is not dry may release moisture, which can accumulate as condensation, in a non-vented plastic bin. Comes complete with corrosion treated heavy duty screws so that the panels remain securely fastened year after year.Measured in cubic metres, most products list their capacity to give a clear idea of how many logs it stores. The higher the cubic metre, the more logs you will store, with around 1m 3 being a good starting point for most and anything above 2m 3 recommended for anyone with a lot of logs to store. It should be raised to keep it from the damp ground, and if possible, choose one with a slatted floor to improve airflow. Similarly, slatted walls are recommended for optimal airflow, keeping logs dry as possible, although a large opening at the front can achieve the same results. Its 2 m³ capacity is the largest on this list, making it one of the best log stores for households that burn through a lot of wood. If you frequently burn through a large number of logs, you might struggle to keep enough close to hand for when you need them.

At 116 cm wide and 123 cm high, it has a capacity of 0.75 m³ (which equates to about 225 standard logs) whilst taking up a lot less room than a lot of the other log stores featured here. If you’re only burning a living-room fire for a few nights a week, this should be an adequate store to keep enough wood nearby. Whilst it’s certainly not the smallest wood store featured here, it does strike a good balance between capacity and size, which might make it a good choice for households without much space who burn quite a lot of wood. Most of the best log stores are made from timber, although the quality of wood will impact its durability. For instance, given the less than spectacular weather here in the UK, you may want to choose a treated timber that can withstand all the poor weather we face throughout the year.Even pressure-treated wood will benefit from an occasional water-sealant treatment as well. Applying a coat roughly once a year will help the wood stay protected from water damage (splitting, warping, etc.). This is especially important to do after you’ve had the log store for around 5 years. If you’re conscious about burning responsibly-sourced logs, you’ll likely be looking for a wood store that is similarly environmentally conscientious. This Rutland County Garden Furniture Cottesmore Log Store is made from FSC-approved wood which comes from sustainable sources. These are more suited to people who are frequently burning logs in winter, or using a wood-burning stove as well as a fire. Some people choose to have both a large and small wood store, placing the smaller one closer to the house for easy access, with the larger one used to store and season more logs.