The following indoor and outdoor storage ideas for firewood will help you stay organized and prepared this winter.
Buy orrepurpose a basketas big or as small as you should probably fit your collection of firewood.
Place the basket of logs at the foot of your fireplace for an aesthetically pleasing yet functional solution.
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Use the very bottom shelf to stack firewood.
Add a basket next to the fireplace for any overflow.
Use a couple of sturdy U-shape wall-mounted holders and lay a handful of logs on each one.
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Be sure not to overload them and double-check to implement the hooks into wall studs.
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Like the idea of using vertical space but have an abundance of wood?
Choose a firewood rack.
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These slim holders are usually made of steel and are meant to withstand a great deal of weight.
They can also sit flat on the floor instead of being hung, making them a greatapartment-friendly storage option.
It can be especially helpful to keep logs there if you have both a fireplace and a firepit.
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Rather than let the space below an entry bench become cluttered with shoes, slide firewood underneath.
Instead, transform the furniture piece into a space to store firewood.
Complete the look with fireplace essentials, like a brush, poker, tongs, and shovel.
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As an alternative, pick a place outside, such as your porch or patio, to store logs.
Even if its covered, look for styles that are weather-resistant.
If the logs will be fully exposed, include a cover on your firewood storage as well.
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Look for a mobile, two-tier cart to hold a portion of your firewood near your fireplace.
A rustic wagon placed on the deck keeps spare firewood close by if logs inside run low.
Or do you regularly chop your own wood and have extra tools to get the job done?
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Consider carving out a section, preferably in the garage or shed, to host all of your gear.
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