Store firewood. Stringing wood. Knowlton

Storing ropes indoors or outdoors? ​

You already have healthy, dry wood in your possession. You are now ready to spend the winter in warmth and comfort. It is now your responsibility to take the appropriate measures to keep your wood in good condition until you use it.  Year after year, we have often seen wood stored so poorly that the combustion efficiency was no longer there. The purpose of this page is to provide you with some helpful tips. 

First of all, you can ask yourself questions about the best place to store your wood. The options: outdoors or indoors. There are two things you need to know and consider before making your decision. 

First, it is essential to contact your city or municipality to ensure that you are aware of the regulations in this area. 

Although many people are unaware of it, it is common for there to be regulatory limits on the amount of wood you can keep in your home. The purpose of such a by-law is to reduce the risk of fire and to make it easier for firefighters to respond in the event of an unfortunate incident. 

As long as you know how much wood you can store in a room, you can estimate how many ropes you can order. If this is not your first experience with interior storage, you are certainly aware of how much space is occupied by the quantities you usually order. The wood cords we sell measure 48'' high x 96'' long x 15'' deep. At your request, we can produce 12'' and 14''.  ​

Indoor storage  ​

The best place to string your firewood is in the basement. Which room in a home do you think is the wettest? Exactly: the basement! That's why it becomes essential to have a dehumidifier in the space of your choice to store your firewood. An appliance with a continuous water drain is preferable to any other because it operates continuously and does not need to be emptied. As soon as you start using your wood stove, you will notice that it is no longer necessary to use the dehumidifier, at least if the two appliances are close enough together. Of course, in order to comply with safety rules, it is wise to make sure that there is sufficient clearance between your wood stove and your stored wood. ​

Outdoor storage​

However, the safest avenue is outdoor wood storage. In this case, however, precautions must be taken to ensure that the wood is dry when it is used. 

String upon receipt 
This is why it is essential to build up your ropes very quickly after receiving them. However, it is highly recommended to cover your wood in scattered piles on the ground with a tarpaulin for example while it is being corded.  

Keep a space between the ropes 
Another important point is to keep a sufficient gap between your ropes so that air can circulate freely. One foot is enough. 

Stringing wood on pallets 
It is not recommended to leave your cords of firewood directly on the floor. Again, leave a few inches of space between the wood and the floor. Using pallets is an easy and effective way to ensure this. Many large surfaces are at a loss as to what to do with them and often leave them at the curb. So you can go pick some up. If not, you can ask a retailer to keep some for you. 

Cover the rope properly 
Only the upper part of a rope must be protected, as this allows air to reach the side sections. We particularly insist on this precautionary measure, which is far too often neglected. 

Choosing the right place 
No lot is entirely identical to another. As a homeowner, you are the person best able to identify the area of your lot that is most sunny: this is the perfect place to place your wood. 
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