How to store kiln-dried logs
25/02/2026
Want to know how to store kiln-dried logs? You’ve made a smart investment in high-quality, British kiln-dried logs to heat your home. They're perfectly dried, guaranteed to have a low moisture content, and are 'Ready to Burn' for a hot, efficient, and clean fire.
But what happens when your delivery arrives? How you store your firewood is just as important as the quality of the wood itself. Proper storage is the key to protecting your investment and ensuring that every single log burns as perfectly as intended.
The entire purpose of the kiln-drying process is to reduce the moisture content of the wood to below 20%. This is the magic number for a clean, efficient burn. If kiln-dried logs are left exposed to the elements, they can reabsorb moisture from rain and damp ground, undoing all that good work.
Properly stored logs will:
- Ignite Easily: Dry wood catches fire quickly and easily.
- Produce Maximum Heat: All the energy is used to create heat, not to burn off excess water.
- Burn Cleanly: Low moisture content means less smoke and significantly fewer deposits of creosote in your chimney, making your fire safer.
To keep your logs in perfect condition, you just need to remember three simple principles: Off the ground, protected from rain, and with plenty of air circulating around.
Can I store my firewood in a garage or shed?
Yes, you can, but only if the space is dry and well-ventilated. A damp, musty shed is not a good environment. If storing indoors, ensure there's still some airflow and that the logs are not stacked against a wall where they can't breathe.
How far from my house should I stack firewood?
It's generally recommended to stack firewood a reasonable distance from your house. Stacking it directly against the wall of your home can restrict airflow and, in rare cases, can attract pests who are drawn to the shelter.
How long do kiln-dried logs last in storage?
If stored correctly according to the rules above, kiln-dried logs will remain in perfect, ready-to-burn condition indefinitely. Their low moisture content is stable as long as they are kept dry and ventilated.
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