When you light your fire, you want one thing – warmth that lasts. But did you know that not all firewood burns the same?

At The Log Store Group, we supply only Ready to Burn kiln-dried hardwood logs, carefully sourced and dried for the perfect balance of efficiency, performance, and sustainability. In this guide, we’ll explain why kiln-dried logs are the best choice for your home – giving you more heat, less smoke, and a cleaner conscience.

What Are Kiln-Dried Hardwood Logs?

Kiln-dried logs are pieces of firewood that have been dried in a controlled chamber – known as a kiln – until their moisture content falls below 20%.

This process removes excess water that’s naturally present in wood, resulting in logs that are clean, dry, and ready to burn.

At The Log Store Group, our logs are dried in biomass-fuelled kilns powered by renewable energy – ensuring our drying process is both effective and environmentally responsible.

We use hardwoods such as ash and beech, known for their dense grain and long, even burn – perfect for log burners, stoves, and open fires.

Why Moisture Content Matters

Wood with a high moisture content wastes energy. Before a wet log can burn, the heat from your fire must first evaporate all that trapped water.

That means:

• Less heat for your room
• More smoke and soot, which can coat your flue and glass.
• Incomplete combustion, producing harmful particulates.

Kiln-dried logs solve all of this. With moisture under 20%, nearly all the energy goes straight into heat – giving you:

✅ A hotter, brighter flame
✅ Longer-lasting burns
✅ Cleaner glass and flues
✅ Fewer emissions and less smoke

It’s better for your home, your stove, and the environment.

Lower Emissions, Cleaner Air

Burning wet wood creates excess smoke and particulates that contribute to air pollution and tar build-up in your chimney.

That’s why the UK government introduced the Ready to Burn certification, ensuring firewood sold to households meets the new air-quality standards.

All of The Log Store Group’s kiln-dried hardwood logs are fully Ready to Burn certified, meaning they’re safe, efficient, and compliant with clean-air regulations.

So when you choose our logs, you’re not just getting better heat – you’re helping reduce harmful emissions in your community

Sustainably Sourced, Locally Dried

We’re passionate about protecting the woodlands that give us warmth.

Our logs are sourced from sustainably managed British woodlands in Dorset, Somerset, and the surrounding areas. Each batch is processed, kiln-dried with renewable biomass heat and packed here on our farm, keeping our carbon footprint low and our quality high.

By choosing local, sustainable suppliers, we cut down on transport miles and support responsible forestry across the South West.

Kiln-Dried vs Seasoned vs Green Wood

The verdict: Kiln-dried hardwood logs outperform every other type – giving you cleaner combustion, higher efficiency, and a safer chimney.

How to Store Kiln-Dried Logs

Even though our logs arrive perfectly dry, it’s still important to store them properly. Here’s how

• Keep logs in a dry, well-ventilated area.
• Use one of our EasyStore™ bags for simple, neat and tidy storage.
• Our bags are best stored undercover – if you can get them inside a garage, shed or outbuilding, this will help to maintain the dryness.

Proper storage keeps your firewood burning beautifully all season long.

Better Heat Starts Here

Whether you’re heating your home, lighting the log burner, or relaxing beside the fire pit, The Log Store Group’s kiln-dried hardwood logs deliver consistent, powerful warmth every time.

Order online today and enjoy:

• Premium Ready to Burn logs
• Local, sustainable delivery
• EasyStore™ bag system for simple storage

👉 Order kiln-dried hardwood logs now and feel the difference in every burn.