Stylish Log Storage for Traditional Homes
From one fire's worth to a full cord, these wood-storing options will have you stacking in style
Sometimes we wood burners put off ordering that cord of wood because we can't imagine where in the world we're going to store it. However, when I put it off, I wind up buying that overpriced little bundle of green wood at the grocery store and a Duralog on the first chilly night, and that's no good for my budget or my fire-building self-esteem.
Finding a spot to store logs indoors and out can be tricky, and I'm here to help. I've already covered how to make the logs work with contemporary and modern homes, and now we're going to look at how to store them in a traditional- or transitional-style home. We'll look at everything from one bundle to a full cord, inside and outdoors.
Finding a spot to store logs indoors and out can be tricky, and I'm here to help. I've already covered how to make the logs work with contemporary and modern homes, and now we're going to look at how to store them in a traditional- or transitional-style home. We'll look at everything from one bundle to a full cord, inside and outdoors.
Copper Bucket
A copper bucket filled with logs inside will keep the fire going through a cozy dinner and a movie. Cart the wood in early in the day so it has time to dry for your nighttime fire.
White Log Basket
A log basket holds enough logs for a few fires. It's even semiportable, but this often works better in theory than in reality.
A pair of log holders stores a large amount of logs and lends symmetry and texture to the room. If you're designing a new home, think about log storage when planning your fireplace.
If you prefer your logs a bit more hidden, create a niche between the hearth and the floor. The floor underneath should be stone; I like it when it's the same stone used on the hearth.
This more transitional space has a hearth with a clean, sharp edge, lending a more modern look than the rough stone in the previous photograph.
If you're planning an outdoor fireplace, consider including extensive log storage as part of the design. It's nice to have wood handy rather than tramping through the yard to the woodpile on a snowy night.
If you prefer a more scoutlike jamboree out back, you can use your logs to create a makeshift council ring near your fire pit.
Here's a solution for that entire cord. This simple shed offers protection overhead, and its metal siding helps protect the wood fence and house siding from any damage.
A simple pile by the front door, especially underneath a covered patio, is very convenient. Just be careful not to damage the decking or the siding.
Log Racks - Standard - Frontgate
I recommend a large-capacity rack like this one. It comes in several sizes and even has a separate spot for kindling on the bottom.
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