Premium Firewood for Fire Pits
Premium kiln-dried hardwood creates beautiful outdoor fires that are easier to light, burn more consistently, and produce less smoke, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your fire and less time tending it.
Whether you're gathering with family, entertaining friends, or simply relaxing outdoors, choosing the right firewood makes every fire more enjoyable from the first match to the last glowing coals.
Why Kiln-Dried Hardwood Is the
Best Choice for Fire Pits
✓ Easier to Light
Gets your fire started quickly and reliably.
✓ Cleaner Burning
Produces less smoke for a more enjoyable outdoor experience.
✓ Longer Burn Times
Keeps your fire going with fewer reloads.
✓ Beautiful Flames
Creates bright, attractive fires that everyone enjoys gathering around.
Which Hardwood Species Is Best for Your Fire Pit?
Every hardwood species has its own burning characteristics and advantages. Whether you're looking for long-lasting fires, beautiful flames, easy fire starts, or a pleasant aroma, understanding the differences will help you choose the right firewood for your fire pit.
Exceptional heat with long-lasting fires.
Perfect for extended evenings outdoors.
Lights easily with dependable heat.
A favourite for reliable everyday fire pit fires.
Beautiful flames with a pleasant natural aroma.
Perfect for entertaining and relaxing outdoors.
Quick to ignite with bright, attractive flames.
Excellent for getting outdoor fires started quickly.
Choosing the Right Split Size
The ideal split size depends on your fire pit, the type of fire you want to build, and how long you want it to burn. Smaller pieces ignite quickly, while larger splits provide longer-lasting fires with fewer reloads. Most homeowners appreciate having a variety of split sizes available for different occasions.
Standard Splits
Balanced performance.
Ideal for everyday fire pit use.
Smaller Splits
Quick to ignite.
Perfect for starting fires and smaller gatherings.
Larger Splits for Longer Evenings
Long-lasting fires.
Perfect for extended evenings outdoors with family and friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some of the most common questions homeowners ask about firewood for fire pits.
Which hardwood is best for a fire pit?
Sugar Maple, White Ash, Black Cherry, and White Birch all perform well in fire pits. The best choice depends on whether you prefer long-lasting fires, beautiful flames, easy fire starts, or a pleasant burning aroma.
Why use kiln-dried hardwood?
Kiln-dried hardwood lights more easily, burns more cleanly, and produces less smoke than wetter firewood. It also creates more usable heat, making your outdoor fires more enjoyable from start to finish.
Which hardwood burns the longest?
Sugar Maple is an excellent choice for long-lasting fire pit fires because of its exceptional heat output and extended burn times. White Ash is another dependable option for consistent outdoor fires.
How much firewood do I need?
The amount depends on how often you enjoy your fire pit.
• Occasional gatherings: A few bags may be all you need for the season.
• Regular weekend fires: A half face cord is often an excellent choice.
• Frequent outdoor entertaining: A face cord or more typically offers the best value and convenience.
Can I burn softwood in my fire pit?
Yes.
Properly dried softwood is excellent for starting outdoor fires because it ignites quickly. Once your fire is established, premium hardwood provides longer burn times, steadier heat, and fewer reloads.
Why is my fire pit producing too much smoke?
Excess smoke is usually caused by burning wood with too much moisture or by restricting airflow. Properly kiln-dried hardwood burns more efficiently, producing cleaner fires with less smoke and more usable heat.
Choosing the Right Firewood Makes a Difference
Whether you're gathering with family, entertaining friends, or relaxing under the stars, choosing the right firewood creates longer-lasting fires, beautiful flames, and a more enjoyable outdoor experience.
Most deliveries naturally include a range of split sizes, giving you the flexibility to start fires quickly and keep them burning comfortably throughout the evening.
Every order is carefully processed to provide a practical mix of split sizes rather than uniformly identical pieces, helping you get the most from every fire.
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Recommended Firewood for Fireplaces
While many hardwoods work well in a fireplace, each burns a little differently.
White Ash lights easily, Sugar Maple provides long-lasting heat, Black Cherry offers an attractive flame and aroma, and White Oak produces exceptional burn times. Explore each species to find the one that best suits your fireplace and burning style.
Still Not Sure?
Every fire pit owner enjoys their fire a little differently. Whether you're looking for long-lasting fires, beautiful flames, easy fire starts, or less smoke, we're happy to help you choose the right hardwood species and split size for your fire pit.
Our premium firewood is delivered stacked, ready to burn, and available in dedicated hardwood species, so you know exactly what you're burning.