Log Facts

Firewood Information

Average moisture content: ≈50% (varies with weather).
Cut and processed to your requirements (minimum order 2.25m³).
Not Ready to Burn – requires further drying.
Drying period: typically 18 months or more, depending on log size, storage, and weather.
UK Government regulations (from 1 May 2021) require a minimum order of 2.25m³ to reduce air pollution.
Plan ahead: order a season or two in advance so your logs are ready when needed.

Hardwood and softwood have similar calorific value: ≈4kWh/kg.
Proper seasoning is essential – wet wood wastes energy evaporating water, blackens stove glass, and produces. tar/creosote that can increase chimney fire risk.
Hardwood: denser, heavier, longer burn time, takes less space in your store.
Softwood: lighter, produces more heat quickly, pleasant crackle, but shorter burn time.

All wood sourced from local, sustainable British sites to minimise carbon footprint.
Hardwood mix: Oak, Ash, Beech, Alder, Birch, Cherry, and others.
Softwood mix: various pine species.
Logs may naturally include bark, lichen, or moss – this does not affect heat output.

Felled wood stored in large piles for several months before processing.
Seasoning reduces moisture for cleaner, hotter burning and better air quality.
Timber cut to length (±12% tolerance), split into sections, cleaned, sorted, and hand‑graded.
Splitting aids drying and makes logs easier to handle.

Regular sweeping is essential for safety and performance.
Best time: after the heating season to prevent soot. build‑up and damp smells.
Many insurers require proof of professional chimney maintenance to cover fire damage.
Use a registered sweep – many offer extra services (rope replacement, nest removal, CO alarms, inspections).
Carbon monoxide alarms are strongly recommended and should be tested regularly.

DEFRA’s Burn Better campaign and booklet Open Fires & Wood‑Burning Stoves: A Practical Guide.
The Burnright website offers excellent advice on stove care and efficient burning.

Logs sold by volume, not weight (wet logs weigh more but don’t give more heat).
Unlike vague “trailer loads” with Pro‑Log Shropshire you know exactly what you’re getting.
Stacking service is available if you would like us to stack your logs in your log store.

Loose logs contain air gaps; once stacked neatly, volume reduces to 60–70%.
Example: 1.5m³ loose logs stack down to 0.8-1.05m³, providing ≈1700kWh of energy.
Stack neatly to maximise space and airflow.
Store away from prevailing rain/wind, ideally in a sunny, sheltered spot.
For unseasoned logs: allow airflow (don’t fully cover with tarpaulin).
For barn‑stored or kiln‑dried logs: covering is fine as they are already dry.
Always stack carefully for a safe, stable pile.