How Much Firewood Is In A Cord?

A true, “full cord” (aka bush cord) of split firewood, when properly stacked for adequate ventilation, measures 4' wide x 4' high x 8' long, totaling 128 cubic feet in volume. A true, half-cord of split firewood is the equivalent of a 4' wide x 4' high x 4' long stack, totaling 64 cubic feet in volume.

What Types Of Wood Are Available?

We currently offer all-conifer (Douglas Fir and Hemlock), all-hardwood loads (Alder and Maple), and mixed loads containing both hardwood and coniferous species. If you’re looking for a particular species of wood, please contact us using the form below, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we have an answer for you.

When Will My Firewood Be Delivered?

You should expect a call within 3-5 business days to schedule a mutually agreed-upon delivery date. We are a delivery ONLY company, and do not have a pickup yourself service.

What Size Pieces will my firewood be cut to?

Our standard size for bucked and split (aka processed) firewood is 16” lengths. Not what length you’re looking for? Please email or call before placing order, to see if we are accepting custom order split wood from 14”-19”in length.

sales@seattlefirewoodco.com

WhAT’s THE BEST WAY TO Stack Firewood?

First, choose a dry, sunny spot for stacking that’s at least 20 feet from entrances to your home or other heated spaces (to help keep pests from finding their way indoors). The wood pile should be raised slightly off the ground on pallets, treated lumber, or concrete blocks to allow ventilation beneath the stack and to prevent moisture from coming up from below. A well-built stack perpendicular to prevailing winds for ventilation is best for seasoning wood and will help prevent molds or fungus’ from growing on your firewood. Ideally, you should be able to feel the breeze coming through the pile. Last but not least, the top of the stack should be covered to protect it from rain and snow.

(WE DO NOT OFFER A STACKING SERVICE)

How long Does It Take To Season “GREEn” Firewood?

Wood burns hotter and cleaner once its moisture content is lower than 20 percent, which is ideal for indoor heating sources like wood stoves. For outdoor fires like fire pits and campfires, wood at 25-30 percent moisture content will usually do. The drying/"seasoning" time needed for recently cut “green” wood to burn well can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks up to 2 years, depending on the species of wood and drying conditions such as temperature, humidity, and ventilation. For example, softwoods like Douglas Fir harvested during late summer can be dry enough to burn within just a few weeks after being cut, split, and properly stacked. On the other hand, an extremely hard wood like maple can take two years, or more, to dry out, depending on how it's stored.

Do you offer kiln-dried firewood?

Not at this time — all our wood is naturally seasoned.

How much firewood do I need?

One full cord typically lasts most families through winter for indoor heat, or multiple seasons for campfire use.

Do you deliver to my area?

We currently serve King, Snohomish, Skagit, and Whatcom Counties.

Can you dump the firewood in a specific spot?

Yes — let us know your preferred drop area when we call to schedule delivery.