After all the time, energy, and money you spend on enough firewood to
get you through the cold seasons and cool evenings, you’ll want to ensure your
investment is protected from the elements.
While a firewood rack does a great job of protecting your wood from
soaking in water and bugs on the ground, they can still become damaged by
weather if not properly protected by a firewood rack cover.
Some firewood racks include a half or full cover or you can purchase a separate
cover to suit your needs. Generally constructed
of specialty PVC lined fabric, polyethylene, canvas, or vinyl, these durable
covers are designed to help you maintain a dry and ready to use supply of wood
whenever you need it. They are
available in a wide range of sizes to fit 4 foot to 12 foot log racks or hoop shaped racks and a variety of color options including black, green, tan, and
brown. Many are equipped with a hook and loop closure or
eyelets that tie closed to ensure your wood is securely covered.
It’s important to let your wood dry and cure completely before covering
it with a full rack. Air flow is an
important factor in ensuring you get the best burn quality from your logs,
during the dryer seasons it’s best to not use a cover or to use a half cover
that will protect it from getting too wet on a rainy day while still allowing wind
to blow through.
Whatever your reason for obtaining a firewood rack cover, they are
definitely an investment that is worth making.
Without covering your logs during more extreme weather conditions you
risk losing all of your time and effort to soggy, bug infested, or moldy wood
that just won’t burn properly.
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