How long to season?

[Deb]

I know this is a tricky question, and massively dependent on alot of factors!

 

But, if split logs are stored outside in breathable bulk bags what is a reasonable time for them to be out there before they are good to burn??

 

I don't really have any other option except to store them outside.

 

Have wondered about covering the bags somehow but don't want to limit the airflow getting to the bags.

 

Any input or sugestions welcome

[Johnnyboxer]

I put mine on pallets, under a breathable tarpaulin & last years are dry enough to burn, this summers ones nearby look really green in comparison & I guess won't be ready until 2013

[arniecardigan]

I find I get best results from putting a pallet on the ground screwing 4 pallets around to make a crate I then put a pallet on top of the crate/logs with a sheet over the top leaving the sides open, takes minutes to make and only costs four screws as I get pallets for free from the builders merchants.

Using this method I have got Beech that was cut at the end of August beginning of September and split mid september now showing an average of 23-25%! Its stored ontop of a hill with nothing between it and the estuary of the river severn so pretty exposed!

[face cord]

Just get a moisture meter.

 

Good to burn @ around 20% however long that takes which will vary alot.

 

breathable tarpaulin

 

What type of tarp is breathable?

[Alycidon]

And soft will dry a lot faster than hard.

 

Given your situation I would think that soft logs cut now will be ready for sale by midsummer, hardwood will want longer, you might have them ready by October but probably not. Just depends whats in the bag. Birch will dry faster than Ash. Use arb bags, on pallets, stack them 2 high, keep the rain off and let the wind blow through them.

 

A

Edited November 19, 2012 by Alycidon