Log stacking, when to split.

[7610]

Sorry if this is a stupid question, I know my thoughts, but do people split to logs early or keep stacked in lengths? I'm asking about logs that'll be shed stacked.

 

Thanks in advance.

[mendiplogs]

Sorry if this is a stupid question, I know my thoughts, but do people split to logs early or keep stacked in lengths? I'm asking about logs that'll be shed stacked.

 

Thanks in advance.

 

Hi MATE is this for own use then split when green much easier on your kit then stack in a dry windy conditions of the ground dries very quickly thanks John

[JLA Arborists]

Split when green, then there's more surface area for moisture loss so they dry quicker

[felixthelogchopper]

Split when green, then there's more surface area for moisture loss so they dry quicker

 

Plus many woods split a lot more easily when they are green. Whatever you are going to do, make sure you store the wood up on pallets somewhere with a good airflow.

[Aunt Maud]

I cut mine whilst green into 2' or 3' lengths (depending on how I'm building the stack) then split and stack them outside in the wind.

 

It means I need to cut them down to length when dry, but it reduces handling considerably.

 

I split mine using an axe and use it with a wooden maul if they're 3' long

Edited January 23, 2016 by Aunt Maud

[spandit]

It depends on how much space I have in my log stores. I prefer to cut them to length for stacking somewhere convenient before splitting them all in batch with a hired in splitter. Some of the large bits I get dropped off by friendly tree surgeons are too heavy to lift back up again so I have to cut them shorter

[Hanser]

I stack/split whenever my wife brings out her list of jobs she wants doing. Just make sure you've always got some green stuff handy to get stuck into. Works well for me.

[7610]

Much appreciate the replies. Nice one.

[Aunt Maud]

Make sure your shed is windy inside, otherwise you'll get mould growing on them if you stack them wet.

Edited January 23, 2016 by Aunt Maud

[skyhuck]

Splitting when green is best, faster drying and gentler on yourself or equipment.