The right way to stack firewood the hard part is over.
Stacking firewood in garage.
Firewood should not be stored indoors in any area in the home basement or garage.
Proper garage door insulation can help keep the garage from getting damp.
You can bring in the wood without going out in the rain and cold.
Stack your firewood above the ground.
And as mentioned before this practice is also going to make your home vulnerable to pest problems.
It s recommended that firewood be stacked at least 20 to 30 feet away from the exterior of the home to keep pests away.
Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates into a generous wood pile creating a system that is functional in more.
There are several issues with stacking firewood directly on the ground.
Bringing wood in from the garage is convenient especially if the garage is attached to the home.
Choose a spot that has good drainage so the bottom layer of wood doesn t sink into muddy ground.
Do not attempt to create your stack until after the tower is completely secure.
Stack the wood in rows.
You ve cut down the trees and split the resulting wood.
One of the issues is that this does not allow for proper airflow which will keep green wood from drying and can introduce moisture to your stack.
No putting on a jacket and boots.
Put your firewood to work.
If the tower is wobbling at all try using different pieces of wood.
Elevate firewood storage so that wood doesn t rest directly on the ground whether it s stacked on soil or concrete.
Firewood stored in a garage will also tend to be cleaner.
Garage or basement instead of building a wood shed designed to store firewood some new england homeowners opt to keep their firewood stacked in their garage or basement.
About 30 feet away or so is a safe distance.
A stable support tower is key to the success of your stack.
If at all possible your firewood storage should be at least a few inches off of the ground.
Firewood will usually dry better when left outside for a period of time in the sun before it s brought into the garage.
If you have an empty wall stack your firewood up against it.
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Insects can emerge to take up residence within the structure and the firewood pile can also provide attractive harborage for rodents or other wildlife or insect pests.
A few final tips for stacking firewood.
Stack wood to a maximum height of 4 feet.
Set your firewood on upcycled pallets 2x4s a tarp whatever you have that can lift wood and allow for air flow underneath.
Keep the pile near the home but not too close.
Never stack firewood indoors.
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