When the weather turns chilly, few things make a home feel as warm and cozy as a crackling fire. But before you can spark those comforting flames, you need a place to store your firewood.
These 19 creative ideas provide handy storage solutions while adding visual interest to your living space.
1. Asymmetrical Built-In
I created a custom niche carved out on one side of my fireplace for convenient firewood storage. The other side serves as a cozy reading nook with a chair and side table.
This setup combines storage and seating functionality while creating a visually balanced look in my living room.
2. Hang Hooks
Install sturdy U-shape wall-mounted holders and neatly lay a handful of logs on each hook. These hooks can be used indoors or outdoors for minimalist firewood storage.
3. Put Wood on the Porch
Use your covered porch or patio for convenient outdoor firewood storage. Opt for weather-resistant storage solutions like a metal rack or bin.
And don’t forget to include a cover if your logs will be fully exposed to the elements. This keeps your supply close by but outside your main living space.
4. Personality-Rich Andirons
Store firewood directly in your fireplace between uses with the help of decorative andirons to keep the logs neat and organized.
The andirons add a touch of coziness while setting the mood. Choose funky or antique andirons for some extra flair.
5. A Decorative Basket
Use a decorative basket as your indoor firewood storage bin. The pattern and texture add visual interest while keeping your supply nearby for easy access.
Try a basket made of natural materials like water hyacinth or wicker.
6. Simply Leaning
Lean split logs in a neat pile against the base of your fireplace mantel to create an understated, modern look. This requires no additional storage furniture, and it’s easy to implement and change as needed.
7. Repurposed Bookshelf
Repurpose a tiered console table or bookshelf for extra wood storage. Place it on your screened-in porch, in the garage, or in an outdoor area to hold a larger supply.
The shelves keep your logs neatly organized and easily accessible.
8. Extended Shelf
Use a metal platform that extends beyond your woodburning stove to hold stacks of split firewood.
This shelf complements industrial and rustic design elements while keeping your logs within convenient reach.
9. Antique Carrier
Display a vintage or antique wood carrier near your fireplace to hold slim logs. The charming piece adds an eclectic touch to your room’s decor as a functional and decorative element.
10. Slide Under a Bench
Use the space under a mudroom bench for concealed firewood storage. The logs will be easily accessible for both indoor and outdoor fires.
This also creates a cozy entryway look and maximizes an often-underutilized area.
11. Staggered Niches
Built-in niches staggered around the fireplace and TV create handy wood storage and visual interest.
Fill them with decorative objects when you aren’t storing firewood. The niches integrate seamlessly with your room’s design.
12. A Sculptural Holder
Try a modern, simplistic firewood rack with an organic shape and place it next to your fireplace mantel.
The piece aligns well with today’s prevalent neutral colors and natural materials, serving as both functional storage and an artful decorative piece.
13. Roll Out a Cart
Use a mobile, two-tier cart on wheels to hold and easily transport firewood as needed. For spare logs, place a rustic wagon on your deck or patio. Carts provide flexible, movable storage.
14. Under-Fireplace Shelf
Maximize space by tucking firewood on a slim shelf underneath your fireplace, keeping the logs flush with the wall. This streamlined storage method is efficient for small fireplace spaces.
15. Faux Mantel
Create a faux fireplace look with a console table used as a mantel. Stack piles of split logs underneath which can be burned in a nearby wood stove or fire pit.
This offers a creative solution for homes without actual fireplaces.
16. Create a Firewood Zone
Dedicate a section in your garage or shed specifically for firewood storage and accessories.
Hang a pallet, pegboard, or slat wall to neatly store tools like splitters, saws, and wheelbarrows using hooks. Line up logs along the bottom for an organized look.
17. Custom Cubby
Have a carpenter create a moveable custom storage unit that fits into an odd niche next to your fireplace. The cubby provides dramatic firewood display and storage. Size it to perfectly fit your unique space.
18. Line a Wall
Make the most of vertical space with a slim steel firewood rack wall-mounted or floor-standing. The compact size is ideal for small homes or apartments.
19. Oversized Catch-All
Repurpose a large woven basket or structured canvas tote bag to hold firewood. The substantial piece does double duty, fitting both logs and cozy throw blankets.
This versatile storage solution adds warmth and texture to any living room.