43 Smart Outdoor Firewood Storage Ideas

Smart Outdoor Firewood Storage Ideas

If you like to gather around the fire pit, make s’mores and just talk and relax, you might puzzle where and how to store firewood that you use for your fireplace or fire pit, plus how to store it without spoiling outdoor style, landscape and decor. We’ve gathered some cool ideas to make firewood storage part of your decor and make your s’mores nights more comfortable.

Firewood Stacking

The easiest idea ever is stacking firewood somewhere, for example, on the deck, just make sure there’s  roof over it. You can even build a whole wall of logs, which will become decor and will be functional, too. Add a roof on top and protect the wood from rain.

A whole wall of firewood next to the fire pit with a table are a perfect combo for a modern terrace or garden.

A whole wall of firewood next to the fire pit with a table are a perfect combo for a modern terrace or garden.

Store firewood right on the deck under the roof if you don't want to build anything or buy some stands.

Store firewood right on the deck under the roof if you don't want to build anything or buy some stands.

A firewood wall next to a fire bowl are a perfect combo for an outdoor space, you won't have to go somewhere to keep the fire.

A firewood wall next to a fire bowl are a perfect combo for an outdoor space, you won't have to go somewhere to keep the fire.

Firewood Sheds

A firewood shed is a classic solution for most outdoor spaces: building one won’t take much take or effect, it’s a safe and durable solution. Such sheds are usually built of wood, with some roof to protect wood from harsh weather conditions. You may rock any shape and build your shed according to the needs: smaller or larger, of various materials and even place it next to an exterior wall. The color and design is up to you, choose it carefully if you are going to place it next to your fire pit or terrace.

A black wooden shed is a cool piece for storing firewood, it's a classic idea for storing logs outside.

A black wooden shed is a cool piece for storing firewood, it's a classic idea for storing logs outside.

A small shed with a roof will accommodate a lot of firewood and is easy to build yourself. Make one where you need.

A small shed with a roof will accommodate a lot of firewood and is easy to build yourself. Make one where you need.

This open storage is a simple solution that can be placed outdoors, in the deck or porch.

This open storage is a simple solution that can be placed outdoors, in the deck or porch.

A side firewood shed with a roof will keep the logs dry and safe, you can build one at the wall of your house.

A side firewood shed with a roof will keep the logs dry and safe, you can build one at the wall of your house.

Firewood Stands

Firewood stands come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, and can be made of an array of materials, from wood and metal to concrete. You may find cool round and triangle metal stands that will become part of decor, stands that match your fire pit design and add on style. Making a stand isn’t particularly difficult, you can take some pallets, cinder blocks or concrete ones and build a stand yourself. Consider making or buying some outdoor shelves, wooden or metal ones, they are comfortable for storing. My favorite idea is a tree-shaped metal stand that can double as an indoor or even outdoor Christmas tree.

A stylish arched metal shelf will be not only a storage unit but also part of decor in a modern space. This one matches the fire pit.

A stylish arched metal shelf will be not only a storage unit but also part of decor in a modern space. This one matches the fire pit.

You can store firewood in such a simple storage bench, get a couple benches to store as much as you want.

You can store firewood in such a simple storage bench, get a couple benches to store as much as you want.

A round rust metal stand is part of decor here, it looks chic and adds interest to the space besides storing lots inside.

A round rust metal stand is part of decor here, it looks chic and adds interest to the space besides storing lots inside.

A concrete block storage unit can be made to store firewood inside, you can build one easily of blocks.

A concrete block storage unit can be made to store firewood inside, you can build one easily of blocks.

A cozy fall terrace with a metal fireplace and log stands on both sides of the fireplace, with black chairs and cool grasses.

A cozy fall terrace with a metal fireplace and log stands on both sides of the fireplace, with black chairs and cool grasses.

A green metal stand is a cool idea for outdoors, it's a comfortable piece that can be placed not far from the fireplace and fire pit.

A green metal stand is a cool idea for outdoors, it's a comfortable piece that can be placed not far from the fireplace and fire pit.

A firewood storage unit composed of metal hexagons can be attached to the wall and it looks stylish and elegant.

A firewood storage unit composed of metal hexagons can be attached to the wall and it looks stylish and elegant.

A house-shaped frame is a cool idea to store logs and to decorate the space additionally with a Scandinavian feel.

A house-shaped frame is a cool idea to store logs and to decorate the space additionally with a Scandinavian feel.

A metal stand under the roof is a cool idea for storing stuff, it's sturdy, comfortable and cool for any modern garden.

A metal stand under the roof is a cool idea for storing stuff, it's sturdy, comfortable and cool for any modern garden.

A round metal stand is not only a log storage but also a decoration for a garden or a terrace.

A round metal stand is not only a log storage but also a decoration for a garden or a terrace.

A large open metal shelving unit is a cool idea for a modern space, it's comfortable for storing stuff there and such a piece is very durable.

A large open metal shelving unit is a cool idea for a modern space, it's comfortable for storing stuff there and such a piece is very durable.

A metal fireplace and matching metal stands on both sides, black dining furniture for a modern terrace and lush greenery around.

A metal fireplace and matching metal stands on both sides, black dining furniture for a modern terrace and lush greenery around.

An open shelving unit with firewood is a cool idea for a garden, it's a stylish solution for modern and Scandinavian spaces.

An open shelving unit with firewood is a cool idea for a garden, it's a stylish solution for modern and Scandinavian spaces.

A firewood pallet stand is a perfect idea for a modern space, and it can be easily DIYed, besides, you may add wheels to make it mobile.

A firewood pallet stand is a perfect idea for a modern space, and it can be easily DIYed, besides, you may add wheels to make it mobile.

A large rusty metal stand with firewood is a good idea for outdoors, it's a cozy rustic decoration and a durable storage unit.

A large rusty metal stand with firewood is a good idea for outdoors, it's a cozy rustic decoration and a durable storage unit.

A large slatted firewood shed is a cool modern idea for a garden or a terrace, it will also fit a contemporary or Scandinavian space.

A large slatted firewood shed is a cool modern idea for a garden or a terrace, it will also fit a contemporary or Scandinavian space.

A lovely storage unit of metal hexagons is a cool solution for outdoors, it will add interest and eye-catchiness to the space.

A lovely storage unit of metal hexagons is a cool solution for outdoors, it will add interest and eye-catchiness to the space.

A small storage unit like this one can be placed next to the bench or even build into the bench to make the storage seamless.

A small storage unit like this one can be placed next to the bench or even build into the bench to make the storage seamless.

Such tree-shaped wood stands can be used as outdoor Christmas trees or you may even take them inside.

Such tree-shaped wood stands can be used as outdoor Christmas trees or you may even take them inside.

A triangle firewood shed with a shingled roof is much more creative than a usual one, and it's easy to build yourself.

A triangle firewood shed with a shingled roof is much more creative than a usual one, and it's easy to build yourself.

A triangle firewood storage unit of metal is always a good option as it can be moved somewhere, it adds interest and geometry to the space.

A triangle firewood storage unit of metal is always a good option as it can be moved somewhere, it adds interest and geometry to the space.

A trio of metal firewood stands like this will make your outdoor space cooler and catchier.

A trio of metal firewood stands like this will make your outdoor space cooler and catchier.

A white firewood stand with wheels is a cool and minimal idea, it's comfortable, mobile and stylish and will fit most modern spaces.

A white firewood stand with wheels is a cool and minimal idea, it's comfortable, mobile and stylish and will fit most modern spaces.

A wooden frame log stand is a classic idea for a garden or another outdoor space, it's simple to make yourself and can be placed anywhere.

A wooden frame log stand is a classic idea for a garden or another outdoor space, it's simple to make yourself and can be placed anywhere.

Firewood Built-In Storage

Built-in log storage is optimal if you don’t have much space or just don’t need much firewood. You may find fireplaces and hearths with built-in storage or benches and seats with storage. You can also make some storage benches to place the firewood, storage console tables and other furniture. Get inspired!

A large modern fire pit features a firewood storage underneath, it will be a focal point in any garden.

A large modern fire pit features a firewood storage underneath, it will be a focal point in any garden.

A modern fire pit with firewood storage is a cool solution for a modern garden, you can gather around it and enjoy s'mores.

A modern fire pit with firewood storage is a cool solution for a modern garden, you can gather around it and enjoy s'mores.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill with firewood storage under the countertop is perfect for cooking.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill with firewood storage under the countertop is perfect for cooking.

A cozy modern terrace with a wooden U-shaped bench, a rusty metal fire pit with firewood storage and stylish green topiaries around.

A cozy modern terrace with a wooden U-shaped bench, a rusty metal fire pit with firewood storage and stylish green topiaries around.

A rusty metal fireplace with firewood storage built-in is a cool idea for outdoors, it's a sapce-saving and comfy to use option.

A rusty metal fireplace with firewood storage built-in is a cool idea for outdoors, it's a sapce-saving and comfy to use option.

A stylish farmhouse console table with firewood inside, with greenery on top is a perfect garden table with storage that can be used for gardening.

A stylish farmhouse console table with firewood inside, with greenery on top is a perfect garden table with storage that can be used for gardening.

A stylish contemporary terrace with modern furniture, a large fire bowl with firewood storage is a cool and lovely space.

A stylish contemporary terrace with modern furniture, a large fire bowl with firewood storage is a cool and lovely space.

A long console table with firewood storage is a cool idea to store logs, to separate the space and to decorate it at the same time.

A long console table with firewood storage is a cool idea to store logs, to separate the space and to decorate it at the same time.

A console table with firewood storage is a cool idea, it will accommodate a lot of logs and can function as a kitchen table.

A console table with firewood storage is a cool idea, it will accommodate a lot of logs and can function as a kitchen table.

A cinder block garden bench is practical and functional, it's easy to build and can accommodate a lot of firewood.

A cinder block garden bench is practical and functional, it's easy to build and can accommodate a lot of firewood.

A large rusty fire bowl with a firewood stand is a nice solution for outdoors, it's a great way to save space and you won't have to go somewhere to get logs.

A large rusty fire bowl with a firewood stand is a nice solution for outdoors, it's a great way to save space and you won't have to go somewhere to get logs.

A fire bowl with a round wooden bench around it, with firewood storage are a perfect combo for outdoors, it's so cozy to stay here.

A fire bowl with a round wooden bench around it, with firewood storage are a perfect combo for outdoors, it's so cozy to stay here.