The wood is tough, which is a good sign, but during assembly you’ll likely require a power screwdriver even though the holes are pre-drilled. Putting the log store together can take around two hours. Owners will need to keep working at making their log store look good though. We recommend the neat storage of logs and buying an outdoor wooden log store that best matches your garden design scheme. For a wood store with a capacity of 1.15 m³ (that’s over 300 standard-size logs), the Charles Bentley Heavy Duty Log Store doesn’t take up as much space as you might expect. With a width of 177 cm, and a height of 152 cm, it’s one of the most practical log stores for small/medium spaces; its footprint is comparatively small given how much wood it can hold.

All images are for illustrative purposes only. All dimensions are approximate and may vary with manufacturers tolerances. Dimensions contained within product names are approximate, for guidance purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, all measurements are overall including roof overhangs where applicable. The majority of log stores can be assembled within 1 – 2 hours. A lot of them come with pre-drilled, or at least started-off, screw holes. To increase the efficiency of your firewood you need to ensure that it is as dry as possible. If not a lot of the energy will be wasted evaporating the moisture, rather than heating your home. This is why you need to consider firewood storage carefully. Our range of wooden log stores are designed to maximise drying so you can enjoy your roaring open fire. In terms of construction, this log store is a bit more interesting than the others featured here – it’s made from the wood of a Nordic Spruce (more commonly seen in its original tree form at Christmas!), which is generally stronger than pine.Ideally, look for stores made from FSC certified wood ; wood that has an FSC label comes from forests that are responsibly managed, something that can help reduce the damaging effects of deforestation. These are more suited to people who are frequently burning logs in winter, or using a wood-burning stove as well as a fire. Some people choose to have both a large and small wood store, placing the smaller one closer to the house for easy access, with the larger one used to store and season more logs. There are advantages and disadvantages to owning a log store with doors. Some people feel that doors help to create a tidy and more aesthetically pleasing area for your logs. Other people prefer the exposed look.

Keep your logs clean, tidy, and dry with our log stores, available here at Garden Street. Choose from a variety of aesthetic designs that will not just keep your logs usable and in the best condition, but also add a style to your garden or patio area.

To construct an open-faced log store, which is one of the easiest designs, you’ll only need to create a 3-sided wooden structure. To get started, you can follow the following simple steps.

The best log store will be made from pressure-treated wood, reducing the risk of rot and insect infestations. It should be raised off the ground, with slatted or feather-edge panels to provide adequate ventilation. An overhanging roof is useful to look out for, to protect your firewood from wind and rain.

How to prepare firewood for your log store

You should aim to place your log store in a south-facing direction, out of prevailing wind, where there is still a draft.