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About our power log stores
Power log stores keep your firewood dry, ventilated, and ready to burn. Made from pressure-treated timber, these log stores feature an open-front design with a solid roof and sides. Air circulates freely around the logs while rain stays out. The slatted floor lifts firewood off the ground, stopping damp from wicking up into your wood stack.
Power is one of the UK's leading garden building manufacturers. Their log stores use the same pressure-treated tongue-and-groove timber as their sheds and workshops. The treatment resists rot for years without retreatment. For enclosed timber storage, browse our wooden sheds range. If you want maintenance-free storage, see our plastic sheds.
Why We Chose This Range
"A proper log store makes a real difference to how your firewood burns. Logs need airflow to season properly, and a fully enclosed shed traps moisture. Power log stores get the balance right. The open front lets air circulate while the solid roof and sides keep rain off. The pressure-treated timber means you are not replacing rotten planks every couple of years."
, Matt, Greenhouse Stores
Matt's Tip
Position your log store with the open front facing away from the prevailing wind. In most of the UK, that means facing east or south. Stack your driest, most seasoned logs at the front and move newer logs to the back. This natural rotation means you always burn the best-seasoned wood first. Leave a 50mm gap between the log store and any wall for airflow behind the unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do log stores keep firewood dry?
Yes, a good log store protects logs from rain while allowing air circulation. The solid roof and sides deflect rainwater. The open front and slatted floor promote airflow that draws moisture out of the wood. Properly stored logs in a log store reach 20% moisture content within 6-12 months.
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Where should I position a log store?
Place the log store on a firm base with the open side facing away from prevailing wind. A south or east-facing position gets the most sunlight, which speeds up seasoning. Keep the store at least 50mm from walls and fences for rear airflow. A concrete pad or paving slabs make the best base.
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How long does pressure-treated timber last outdoors?
Pressure-treated softwood lasts 10-15 years in ground contact and longer above ground. Power's treatment process forces preservative deep into the timber fibres. You do not need to add preservative before first use. The timber may weather to a silver-grey colour over time, but structural integrity is unaffected.
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Do I need to season firewood before storing it?
No, you can stack freshly cut wood straight into the log store to season. The open-front design promotes the airflow needed for seasoning. Hardwood logs typically need 12-18 months to reach an ideal moisture content of under 20%. Softwood seasons faster, usually within 6-9 months. Stack logs loosely with gaps between them.
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What size log store do I need?
A typical wood burner uses 2-4 cubic metres of logs per winter. Pick a log store that holds at least one full winter's supply. Leave room for next year's logs to season alongside. If you burn wood every evening from October to March, aim for a larger model. For smaller quantities, even a compact store keeps your ready-to-burn logs within easy reach of the house.