The Best Firewood Racks for Keeping Wood Dry and Organized

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Keeping a neat stack of firewood near the fireplace is a must to make sure that you’re ready for those cold winter nights; that’s where a firewood rack comes in. Besides being functional, a quality firewood rack adds a rustic touch to the home, whether it’s indoors or out. These racks are among the best options for indoor and outdoor fireplaces to help keep firewood organized and easily accessible.

This Amagabeli firewood rack offers that organization in a space-saving vertical design. It features quality steel construction with a powder-coated black finish that’s suitable for outdoor use while being attractive enough to use inside. The set also comes with a set of fireplace tools, including a poker, a shovel, a broom, and a pair of tongs.

The firewood rack measures 29.1 inches high by 15.8 inches wide by 11.8 inches deep, providing sufficient storage for a day’s worth of firewood. Assembly is easy, requiring just eight bolts (included) to put it together (though a welded shelf would be more durable).

When it comes to portability and flexibility, this Amagabeli log holder and tote carrier is worth a look. This powder-coated steel rack features an easy-to-assemble frame and a fabric tote that hangs from it, allowing buyers to both carry wood and store it in one affordable holder.

The Amagabeli doesn’t require any hardware to assemble. Simply slide the powder-coated tubes over each other to create a rack that measures 20.5 inches high by 18 inches wide by 16.5 inches deep.

The Goplus firewood rack has a circular two-hoop design that holds just about ¼ face cord of wood (or up to 440 pounds). It measures 41 inches high by 37.5 inches wide by 13 inches deep. While that size might be a bit large for a small room, the amount of wood it holds could be a fair trade-off. There are only six pieces and 11 fasteners, so assembly shouldn’t take long.

This stylish firewood rack from Phi Villa not only looks good, it’s heavy-duty, too. It’s made with solid iron and a powder-coated finish. The entire piece is constructed to resist rust, which is perfect for outdoor use.

In all, this firewood rack can hold up to 400 pounds and logs that are 16 to 20 inches long. Its unique double-loop design allows better air circulation to keep wood dry.

Sunnydaze firewood log cart is a solid option for anyone who’d rather roll their wood than carry it. This portable rack measures 43 inches high by 21.5 inches wide by 26 inches deep and can carry up to ⅛ face cord of wood. It’s made from steel with a black powder-coated finish for durability.

This cart features two pneumatic tires that allow users to roll it over some rough terrain. It also comes with a waterproof and weather-resistant cover that allows you to store your wood outside without worrying about the elements. It weighs 21 pounds, so dragging it in and out of the house might be challenging. 

Folks with significant firewood needs will want to consider the ShelterLogic firewood rack. This large rack features an overall size of just under 12 feet wide at 140.5 inches, allowing it to hold up to ⅗ cord of wood. 

This frame is made from 16-gauge steel and is coated in a premium powder to improve durability. It comes with a polyester cover to protect the wood from snow and rain while it’s seasoning. The cover adjusts, allowing it to fit wood cut up to 24 inches long. The rack does consist of three separate sections bolted together, so it might not be as sturdy as a one-piece design.

This heavy-duty Artibear firewood rack can hold up to an astounding 4,500 pounds of wood. To prevent tipping, it has two anti-tip lock rings as well as 10 extra-solid legs to support all that weight. Its steel pipes are 1.4 inches in diameter, which offers more support than the typical 1-inch-diameter pipes that other racks are made of.

And because it keeps the firewood 4 inches off the ground, you can rest easy knowing that the wood will stay dry and enjoy plenty of airflow. Best of all, the length of this rack can be adjusted, so you can fit it outside a porch, on a deck, near a fire pit, under eaves, and on patios.

Those who have wood-burning fireplaces in their homes and are short on space will want to check out the Phi Villa small outdoor/indoor firewood holder. This compact rack measures 15.7 inches high by 17.5 inches wide by 12.5 inches deep, allowing it to hold quite a few small logs without taking up a lot of room. It even has a 200-pound weight capacity.

The small firewood rack is made from a tubular iron frame with two layers of powder coating. This makes it suitable for indoor and outdoor use. It also has a solid shelf that can help control some of the mess, including dirt and bark. There is even a stylish modern design with a spiral pattern atop each side. One potential downside to this rack, however, is that it’s marketed as a solid-iron frame while it’s actually tubular. 

With classic looks that will fit in with most fireplace and wood stove designs, this fireplace rack by Fire Beauty is worth considering. It measures 12.5 inches high by 12 inches wide (at the base) by 12 inches deep, providing firewood storage for small logs and kindling. It’s made from heavy-duty iron with a powder-coated finish.

This firewood rack has a trick up its sleeve: It folds. The design not only makes it easy to set up but also allows you to pack it up and place it in storage during the warmer months. And despite folding, it has a solid shelf that helps keep dirt and bark contained. It might be slightly small for larger logs, however. 

This Woodhaven firewood rack with cover is dedicated to the outdoors. It features a tough, powder-coated 16-gauge steel frame that resists corrosion and a removable, reinforced vinyl cover to protect wood from rain and snow. The rack offers a spacious 8 feet of wood storage, which is ideal for long-term storage and homeowners who burn wood frequently.

The Woodhaven log rack measures 48 inches high by 96 inches wide by 14 inches deep, and can hold ½ cord of wood. The necessary pieces and tools for assembly are included with this rack, which makes putting it together hassle-free. Unlike some larger racks, however, its size isn’t customizable.

How We Chose the Best Firewood Racks

These recommendations aim to provide the full range of features shoppers most often look for in a wood storage rack. With airflow being a vital aspect of storing firewood and keeping wood dry and seasoned, every product on our list provides a degree of airflow. In terms of capacity, we made sure to provide a wide range of sizes to meet most needs, from small indoor spaces all the way up to huge outdoor storage operations.

In addition to function, due consideration was also given to aesthetics—since firewood racks can add a sense of style and charm to a home, our product picks span a range of styles, from modern geometric designs for minimalist spaces to the more traditional rustic look for timeless farmhouse decor.

All our recommended products are either very easy to put together or don’t require assembly.

FAQ

Q. What is the difference between an indoor and outdoor firewood rack?

Racks that are suitable for outdoor use are typically powder-coated steel or wrought iron. Racks meant for indoor use might not have as durable of a finish, which can lead to corrosion or chipping if used outside.

Q. Should a firewood rack be covered?

Yes, a covered firewood rack is best. “Covering firewood is essential for keeping it dry and ready to burn,” says Richard Garrett, owner of RG ProBuilders, a home builder in Battle Ground, Washington. “Exposed wood can rot, mold, and invite pests.” 

Q. How big should a firewood rack be? 

Choose a firewood rack that will match your needs. If you’re burning firewood occasionally, you likely won’t need a huge rack. A model that holds just enough firewood for a few fires will suffice. However, if you use a wood stove as your primary source of heat, you’ll want a much larger rack with plenty of capacity.

Q. How far away from a house should firewood be stacked?

It’s best to place a firewood rack outside to avoid bringing bugs and messes into a home. For ideal wood-seasoning conditions, choose a dry and breezy area. Garrett advises that “for safety, firewood should be stored at least 10 feet from homes.” Anything closer risks attracting termites and fire hazards. “The distance depends on factors like sun exposure. More sun means wood dries faster, so it can be stacked closer. We consider the climate and choose spots with good airflow and limited tree coverage.”

Q. Should you stack firewood bark up or down?

It’s better to stack wood bark up in a firewood stacking rack, which prevents water from accumulating. The water will run off the bark instead of collecting in the U-shaped trough of a bark-down log.

Q. What are fireplace tools called?

There are four main fireplace tools:
Tongs: Long-handled tools that operate like pliers, allowing a burning log to be safely grabbed
Poker: A metal rod with a heavy-duty hooked tip for adjusting burning logs
Brush or hearth brush: A short broom for sweeping ash and wood fibers from a hearth
Shovel or spade: A short scooper for removing ash from a fireplace or wood stove
When using an indoor fireplace, it’s also important to keep a fire extinguisher nearby.

 

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