If you do firewood storage, one of the things you want is keeping them dry as possible. Firewood moisture content is an important trait of any stock. Stocking a supply is essential so you can heat during the coldest nights. But you may not be storing firewood correctly, which increases its moisture content.
We will give you tips on firewood storage and what to do so your stock remains in a good shape, ready to burn. So read more to know more on how to keep your firewood storage dry.
How do I make sure my firewood is dry?
Well, the first thing you should do is get firewood from a supplier that is dry in the first place. Note that wood is like a hard sponge that naturally absorbs moisture. Naturally seasoned wood, or wood that’s been dried au naturelle, takes a very long time to dry (six months to a year). So, you want to order firewood that has a low moisture content.
Make sure you get quality firewood from a good supplier, like Timber Ridge Firewood. We get our firewood from sustainably sourced tree lots in Alberta, where careful harvesting preserves the health of the forests.
Also, we supply naturally seasoned firewood and kiln-dried firewood. These are dry, easy to light, and make a good, almost smokeless burn. If you are ready to order, we have these firewoods.
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Long burn time and high heat, stocking up Larch and Douglas fir firewood will not disappoint. Made and delivered to you properly split, dried, and ready to burn.
Buy here bulk Kiln Dried BC Yellow Birch Firewood
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Also sports a long burn time and high heat output. Our Yellow birch are kiln dried, so they are good for burning indoors and outdoors.
How do you keep firewood from getting wet?
Now you have firewood delivered to your space (especially when you order at Timber Ridge Firewood), the next thing to worry about is how to protect it from water. To keep firewood dry, you need to protect it from rain and ground moisture. First, find a good spot for your woodpile. Pick a place that’s sunny and has good airflow. This helps the wood dry faster. Don’t stack your wood directly on the ground, because it can soak up water. Instead, use a raised platform like pallets or even some large stones.
Next, when stacking the firewood, do it in neat rows, leaving little spaces in between so air can move through. This is important because the air helps keep the wood dry. Cover the top of the pile with a tarp or metal sheet, but don’t cover the sides. You want the sides open so air can still get in.
If you need firewood storage solutions, you can get them at Black Beards Woodworking and Sawmill. A premium woodworking shop that’s been in business for several years, they make beautiful, nature-inspired creations.
Here are some solutions:
You can store firewood indoors, protected from the climate and the weather, by installing live edge wood shelves in your space. We customize the shelves. Enjoy the live-edge design!
Now you can stack and store firewood outdoors with wood shelters by Black Beards Woodworking. Made with the available wood of your choice and with custom dimensions.
Is it okay to leave firewood uncovered?
You could be thinking that covering a stack of firewood with thick tarp is enough to protect them from rain. A thick plastic cover lets moisture build up in the firewood stack, causing condensation that results in added moisture.
To keep firewood dry, you need to protect it from rain and ground moisture. First, find a good spot for your woodpile. Pick a place that’s sunny and has good airflow. This helps the wood dry faster. Don’t stack your wood directly on the ground, because it can soak up water. Instead, use a raised platform like pallets or even some large stones.
Next, when stacking the firewood, do it in neat rows, leaving little spaces in between so air can move through. This is important because the air helps keep the wood dry. Cover the top of the pile with a tarp or metal sheet, but don’t cover the sides. You want the sides open so air can still get in.
Now you know how to keep firewood dry and ready
Do you feel great when you light up a fire and the firewood just lits up with ease and gives off an almost smokeless fire? That’s what you get when you have firewood with just the right moisture content.
And if you want well-done firewood for your store or business, head over to Timber Ridge Firewood. We have bulk and bags of firewood, and we deliver to homes, businesses, and commercial spaces. Buy your firewood now!