As autumn arrives and the evenings start getting colder, one question we hear regularly at The Northern Firewood Co is:
“How much firewood do I actually need for winter?”
The answer depends on your log burner, how often you use it and whether you're using your fire as an occasional extra source of heat or lighting it every evening.
If you're planning to stock up on kiln-dried firewood in Manchester this winter, here's what you need to consider.
Start by Thinking About How Often You Use Your Log Burner
Every household is different.
Someone lighting their log burner once or twice a week will obviously use far fewer logs than a household burning firewood every evening throughout autumn and winter.
A good place to start is deciding which category you fall into.
Occasional Burner
You might light the fire on particularly cold evenings, weekends or when you've got friends and family around.
You probably don't need to store huge quantities of firewood, but having a good supply ready means you're not constantly buying small amounts of logs throughout winter.
Regular Burner
If your log burner is going several evenings each week, you'll work through considerably more firewood.
Buying a larger quantity before winter can be much more convenient than repeatedly ordering smaller amounts.
Everyday Burner
If the log burner is part of your everyday heating routine, having a substantial stock of dry firewood becomes much more important.
This is where buying firewood in larger quantities can make sense.
Jumbo Bags of Kiln-Dried Firewood
Our Jumbo Firewood Bags are one of our most popular ways to stock up.
Each bag contains approximately 0.75m³ of loose kiln-dried logs, giving you a substantial quantity of firewood without requiring the storage space of one of our larger crates.
You can choose from:
Kiln-Dried Oak – A dense hardwood offering a long, steady burn.
Kiln-Dried Birch – Easy to light with an attractive, lively flame.
Oak & Birch Mix – A great combination if you want the characteristics of both species.
A Jumbo Bag is ideal for customers who regularly use their log burner but don't necessarily want a huge quantity delivered at once.
Want to Properly Stock Up? Consider an XXL Crate
For households using their fire frequently throughout winter, our XXL Firewood Crates provide a much larger supply.
They're particularly useful if you've got enough storage space and would rather receive a larger delivery before the colder weather arrives.
Instead of repeatedly ordering throughout winter, you can fill your log store early and know you've got plenty of premium kiln-dried logs ready to go.
It's also a great feeling when the first properly cold Manchester evening arrives and your log store is already full.
Why Kiln-Dried Firewood Matters
Quantity isn't the only consideration.
The quality and moisture content of your firewood matters too.
At The Northern Firewood Co, our premium kiln-dried firewood has a moisture content below 20%.
Burning properly dried firewood helps produce a cleaner, more efficient fire because less energy is wasted evaporating moisture from the wood.
That means:
- Easier lighting
- Better heat output
- Cleaner burning
- Less smoke
- A better overall fire
Our firewood is also Ready to Burn® certified, so you can buy with confidence.
Oak vs Birch: Which Should You Stock Up On?
Both are excellent hardwoods, but they behave slightly differently in the fire.
Oak
Oak is dense and generally burns slowly and steadily.
It's a great option for maintaining a fire once you've got it established and is particularly popular with customers who regularly use their wood-burning stove.
Birch
Birch catches relatively easily and produces a fantastic flame.
It's an excellent choice for getting a fire going quickly and creating that warm, traditional log-fire atmosphere.
Oak & Birch Together
For many customers, mixing the two works brilliantly.
Start the fire with kindling and birch before introducing oak once you've established a good bed of heat.
That's why our Oak & Birch mixed firewood is such a popular all-round option.
Don't Forget the Kindling
There's no point having a huge stack of premium logs if you can't get your fire started.
When you're preparing for winter, it's worth stocking up on dry kindling and natural wood wool firelighters at the same time as your logs.
Keep everything somewhere dry and easily accessible so you're ready whenever you want to light the fire.
Store Your Winter Firewood Properly
Manchester isn't exactly famous for dry winters.
Even kiln-dried firewood can absorb moisture if it's left exposed to persistent rain, so proper storage is essential.
A good firewood store should keep the worst of the weather away while still allowing plenty of airflow around the logs.
Try to keep your logs:
- Raised off wet ground
- Protected from rain
- Well ventilated
- Away from standing water
- Easily accessible during winter
Avoid completely sealing your logs inside something without ventilation, as airflow is important for keeping your firewood in good condition.
When Should You Buy Your Winter Firewood?
Ideally, before you desperately need it.
September and autumn are the perfect time to check your existing firewood supply and start getting organised.
Once temperatures begin falling, demand for logs naturally increases.
Getting your firewood sorted early means your log store is full and ready before those genuinely cold winter evenings arrive.
Kiln-Dried Firewood Delivered Across Manchester
The Northern Firewood Co supplies premium kiln-dried Oak, Birch and mixed firewood across Manchester and surrounding areas, with nationwide delivery also available.
Whether you're looking for a Jumbo Bag to top up your log store or an XXL Crate to properly prepare for winter, we've got options to suit different households and levels of usage.
Get Your Log Store Winter Ready
Don't wait until you're down to your last few logs.
🔥 Premium Kiln-Dried Oak & Birch
🔥 Moisture Content Below 20%
🔥 Ready to Burn® Certified
🔥 Jumbo Bags Available
🔥 XXL Firewood Crates Available
🔥 Kindling & Wood Wool Available
🔥 Manchester & Nationwide Delivery
Stock up today and get ready for the colder months with The Northern Firewood Co.
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