Storing your logs next to your appliance?

Here are my top 6 reasons you should never store your logs next to your wood burning stoves.

1. Fire Hazard:

• Storing logs too close to a stove or fireplace can be dangerous. Heat can cause nearby combustible materials, like logs, to catch fire, even if they're not directly exposed to flames.
• UK building regulations, require that combustible materials are kept at least a certain distance from the stove (usually around 1 meter or more, depending on the appliance).

2. Overdrying the Wood:

• Logs stored next to an appliance will dry out excessively due to prolonged exposure to heat. Overly dry wood can burn too quickly, creating an inefficient fire. This can lead to faster depletion of your wood supply, costing you more money.

3. Damage to the Appliance:

• Placing logs near your appliance can cause issues with airflow or block vents. Good airflow is essential for efficient combustion. Blocked vents can reduce the efficiency of your stove or fireplace, and in some cases, cause overheating.

4. Increased Risk of Pests:

• Woodpiles can attract pests like insects. Storing them too close to your appliance or inside your home increases the chance of introducing these pests into your living space.

5. Aesthetics and Cleanliness:

• Stacking your kiln dried logs in one of our neat and organized log stores in a designated space outside is more visually appealing and makes your indoor space look tidier. Logs scattered around your stove can give a cluttered look and make cleaning up ash and other debris more difficult.

6. Compliance with Safety Standards:

• Many insurance policies and local building codes require that homeowners follow safety guidelines for storing logs. Failing to comply might void your insurance or result in fines if an inspection is done.