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Ideas wanted for outdoor wood storage

I was hoping for some ideas to have a permanent outdoor space to store wood and keep it dry. I was thinking maybe using weatherboards to match the house material and reuse some of the leftover paint left from the builders.

i was wondering if there is a guide you recommend for this. I’m needing about 2 cubic metres of storage.

thanks!

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MitchellMc

Hi @totocol,

I can't recall any guides which would cover outdoor wood storage. However, we do have a step-by-step guide on How to make a D.I.Y. outdoor storage bench seat. You could use a couple of them to store your firewood in. I've also put together a simple skillion roof shelter rendering that you could use weatherboards for cladding. A sliding door on the front would also be a nice touch.

Let me know what you think, and I'd be happy to brainstorm some other ideas.

Mitchell

EricL

Hi @totocol

I know you wanted outdoor wood storage, but I was thinking of a mid-sized holder that you could put on your veranda or covered area where it would be easier to get to. Then in the late evening when you need a couple of pieces, you just need to step outside instead of walking all the way to your big pile. I did have an idea for a large storage area, but I wanted to show you this idea first.

Eric

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totocol

Hi @MitchellMc

thanks for that. I really like the look of that one. It matches quite nicely our house look.

what sort of weatherboards and wood for the foundations would I look for at my local Bunnings?

thanks

totocol

Thanks @EricL

we do have a bit of storage inside under the chimney but it would be great to hear of any other ideas for outdoor to keep the wood protected from the rain. We just bought 2 cubic meters to get us trough winter but they’re now in the back of the garage so using space we were hoping to use for something else.

thanks again

EricL

Hi @totocol

On the condition that we are looking at 2 cubic meters of timber, you would need the equivalent space in actual storage. I've drawn up a firewood shed that will take 2 cubic meters of firewood. It's made out of H3 90 x 45 framing timber. You'll notice that I've left a lot of gaps for the wind to go through so it doesn't trap the moisture inside the shed. In the daytime, the galvanized roofing sheet will act as a heat radiator and dry off the wood. I've used a tarp cover at the front for easy access. It will be adequate enough to protect the timber from the rain. What's important is that when the sun is out you can roll the tarp up and let the timber get exposed to the sun.

If you have other ideas, please let me know. I'll be more than happy to draw it up for you.

Eric

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totocol

Hi @MitchellMc

just wanted to check again what sort of boards would you get from Bunnings to build such a structure?
thanks!

MitchellMc

For the cladding, I'd recommend using James Hardie Axon panels @totocol. It will give you a similar look to the house, and being cement, it is resistant to moisture. You also won't have to deal with timber rot.

The rest of the structure can be built from 90 x 35mm H3 Pine and H4 posts.

Mitchell

rayando63

Hi, I know this thread is a bit old, is it possible to provide dimensions for this?

MitchellMc

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @rayando63. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about building an outdoor wood storage.

Were you referencing the rendering I created in my first response or the second larger storage space @EricL contributed? There weren't any dimensions; they were just basic concept ideas. If you have a set of dimensions (L x W x H) in mind that would fit your space, I can try to design something to suit your needs. It's best to start with the dimensions you need; otherwise, I could put the plan together and have it then not suit your space.

I'll also tag @totocol to see if they ever built any of these wood storage units.

I'm keen to assist further and hear which unit you're interested in.

Mitchell

totocol

Thanks for the question @MitchellMc

@rayando63 we ended up building a full shed to store the wood but also to decliner the garage

good luck with the project

Ryan1980

Hi Eric

I come across this post looking for ideas on to store some outdoor fire wood. Instead of blocks for the base, what timber posts would you recommend?

EricL

Hello @Ryan1980

Thanks for sharing your question about the outdoor wood storage. An alternative to the blocks would be to use 100 x 100mm 2.4m Fence Post Hardwood CCA. This post is treated up to H4 and is suitable to be used in direct contact with soil. My best advice is to coat the footing in Gripset Betta 4L Bitumen Rubber Waterproofing Membrane to add an extra layer of protection to the post.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

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