On a cold winter’s night, it’s hard to top curling up in front of the fireplace. But if you depend on firewood to heat your home, protecting the wood from wet conditions is essential for quickly and easily starting a fire. These basic tips will help you protect your firewood so you can stay comfortable throughout the winter.

How to Protect Your Firewood in the Cold

1. Tarps & Runners

One of the most basic ways to protect your firewood is to cover it with a fiberglass tarp. A tarp will protect the upper pieces of firewood from potential ice and snowfall. However, you may need to get a large tarp to fully cover your stacked wood if you have a lot. To protect your wood from ground-level moisture, consider placing treated wood runners along the ground beneath your wood pile.

2. Outdoor Sheds

For more advanced protection, you may wish to add an outdoor shed to your backyard. These freestanding structures offer an additional layer of protection and insulation against the elements. Better still, they can help keep wood-eating insects away from your supply.

3. Indoor Storage Options

With indoor storage, your firewood will be kept safe from outdoor hazards and be readily accessible at any time. Some popular indoor options include using a basket, shelving, or even the space underneath furniture for firewood storage. If you use a lot of firewood, you may wish to consider installing a special closet or alcove specifically for wood storage.

If you find yourself in need of quality firewood this winter, be sure to contact H & H Tree Service in Stanly County, NC. Assisting with everything from tree and stump removal to sawmill services for over 23 years, you can depend on their licensed and insured team to provide top-level service at any time of year. To learn more about what this tree company can do for you and your property, visit them online or call (704) 463-0353.