Open firewood storage is a roofed, open-sided log store that protects the wood from rain above while letting air flow freely through the sides. It is the standard format for seasoning firewood and for keeping a working stack ready to feed a fire pit or outdoor fireplace through autumn and winter.
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Why open beats closed for seasoning
Wood needs airflow to lose moisture. A fully closed cabinet protects logs from rain but traps the humidity the wood itself releases, which slows drying. An open store with a generous roof overhang and slatted or open sides gives you the protection from above and the airflow on the sides, which is the combination that genuinely seasons wood.
Sizing your log store
A compact open store holds roughly 0.3 to 0.5 cubic metres of wood, enough for occasional fire pit use across an autumn. A medium store holds 0.8 to 1.2 cubic metres, suitable for a household that uses an outdoor fireplace or fire pit on most weekends. Larger stores at 1.5 cubic metres and above suit households burning wood for indoor stoves as well as outdoor fires.
Materials and finish
Most open log stores in the range use powder-coated mild steel or Corten weathering steel. Steel resists rot, deformation and pest damage in a way that timber log stores struggle to match outdoors. Corten suits a planted, natural garden. Powder-coated black or anthracite suits a contemporary one.
Brands in this collection
Open firewood storage from BonFeu, Moodz and Weather-it. Each is chosen for sturdiness, ventilation and the practicality of loading and unloading. Free UK delivery and a manufacturer warranty are included.
Frequently asked questions
How long does wood take to season in an open log store?
Hardwood split and stacked in an open log store seasons in 12 to 18 months from green to ready-to-burn moisture content. Softwood seasons in 6 to 9 months.
Should the back of an open log store face the prevailing wind?
Yes. Position the store with the closed back into the wind and rain, so the open front and sides face a more sheltered direction. This keeps the wood drier.
Does an open log store need a base?
The store should sit on a stable, level surface. Many include a slatted or raised base to keep the bottom logs off the ground.
Are open log stores secure?
They are open by design, which keeps the wood ventilated. Secure storage of fire-starting accessories is best handled in a separate locked cabinet.
Browse the open firewood storage collection above, or contact us for help sizing the store for the volume of wood you go through each year.
