Log holders

Log Holders and Firewood Racks for Tidy Storage

Firewood stacked loosely against a wall dries unevenly and quickly becomes a damp, untidy mess, while a proper log holder keeps logs off the ground and ready to burn whenever they're needed. Whether you need a compact rack for a small firepit's worth of logs, a larger outdoor store for a full winter's supply, or an indoor holder to keep kindling neatly by the fireplace, FastDaddyshop stocks log holders and firewood racks to suit households of every size. On our site you can order compact indoor holders under 50 cm wide for fireside kindling, outdoor log stores holding up to 1 cubic metre of wood, and covered racks that keep rain off while still allowing airflow.

Choosing a log holder: what our customers ask most

• What size log store do I need for a winter's supply? Our consultants often advise around 1–1.5 cubic metres of storage for a household burning logs regularly through a typical UK winter, roughly equivalent to a rack measuring 100 x 60 x 180 cm. From the experience of FastDaddyshop's managers, undersized stores are a common regret once the coldest months arrive and logs run out faster than expected.
• Covered or open log store — which is better? In practice, a covered store with a sloped roof keeps rain off the top layer of logs while side ventilation allows proper airflow to prevent mould, which suits most UK gardens best. Fully open racks dry logs faster in good weather but leave them exposed during prolonged wet spells.
• How much weight can a log holder hold? From experience, most outdoor log stores are rated to support 150–250 kg of stacked wood, while smaller indoor holders typically manage 15–25 kg. We'd flag an expert caution: always check the base is stable on uneven ground, as a fully loaded store can become top-heavy if not level.

Once your log holder is sorted, it's worth thinking about the rest of the outdoor space around it. Many of our customers pair a log store with a barbecue for outdoor cooking, add a fire pit or outdoor heater for evening use, or bring in a garden trolley to move heavy loads of logs around the garden. Browse the full FastDaddyshop garden range to complete the outdoor space.