Cinder Block Firewood Rack - DIY With No Tools!

Learn how to make a simple firewood rack using cinder blocks, landscape timbers and a couple of 2x4's. These homemade firewood racks work great for storing firewood and they're easy to make!
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[@beebob1279]

This is how I've stacked wood for several years. So easy. Just make sure the ground is level. If not these can tip over.

[@shaneapplegate1975]

Thanks for the tip might be a recipe for the neighbor's barking dogs😮

[@billdowney6891]

I love this idea! I’m building 2 at my seasonal camper. No tools and no screws. Sweet!!!!

[@rickbarber3095]

Just recently discovered your channel. I built the other firewood rack you put out a video for. Made three of them 20 foot long. Awesome racks. I might build this one for the outdoor fire pit. Love your channel and your style. Keep up the good work and many thanks.

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you for the kind words. I’m happy you enjoy the channel!

[@teampix]

I was getting ready to pull out my welder and start cutting some square tubing...until I saw this. Brilliant in it's simplicity. Can't thank you enough for posting this.

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad it helped!

[@finntheraven]

Simple, cheap, and effective, the best kind of design!

[@addiespain8438]

This is just what I’m looking for . I’m a grandmom and like to show my grandkids how to do thing that doesn’t cost much . Thanks for sharing .

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome. I’m happy you enjoyed it!

[@Harleyforever20]

I was looking to build a rack with 4x4’s , concrete, and a post hole digger when I saw this one. I must admit this way is very ingenious.. thanks for sharing!!

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome. This is really simple and it works great!

[@VickiMarrow]

We build 4 of these and have had to restack 3 or 4 times....they fall over 😢

[@Poppycockify]

Great design. Love the simplicity. Any ideas for adding a roof for rain protection?

[@mrsteama]

Definitely an easier version than the one you posted months back (even tho I built two of those!). If the other two fail, I will build this easier version. Thanks for the video.

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome and thanks for the comment!

[@lawrencehalawith4707]

This is the one to have makes the MOST sense !

[@JankyShack]

I considered this design, but I don't like that it uses concrete in tension. The side rails are basically a pry bar in those concrete blocks trying to fracture them and concrete is very weak in tension. I would also put the middle block with the holes vertical so the weight is fully supported by the concrete in compression instead of on a concrete span which puts it in tension. It's a cool idea, but I'd rather not have it collapse and have to restack all the wood.

[@juditharsenault2131]

Cinder block is different than concrete blocks apparently.

[@JankyShack]

@@juditharsenault2131 Yes, true cinder blocks are much weaker than concrete blocks. When most people say cinder blocks now they are referring to concrete blocks also called CMUs.

[@dannyh9010]

I made one like this about 6 years ago. Zero issues. I have made it for a friend about 2 years ago, but doubly long using 5 blocks and 4 landscape Timbers. Also zero issues. I do agree the middle block needs to be holes vertical like the end blocks for strength.

[@Lotteryhunter]

Man I literally just built thus is 10mins thanks

[@jtjames4399]

It couldn't be easier. Im a recent Widow and have inherited my husbands chores. The wood rack is sad and falling apart. This is a perfect fix. Thank you.

[@Inthemeanwhile]

Good video, I plan to use this design. Turn center cinder block up and fill with dirt or rocks. It will keep the wasps from building and is stronger.

[@homesteadknowhow]

Seams pretty nifty for smaller stacks of wood.

[@leeetchells609]

Hi guys, I just made this log rack but used 3x2 8ft and 3x2 10ft and it's plenty strong enough to hold the weight and save you a few pounds/dollars

[@hendrixdl62]

We followed your design and nailed it! It looks amazing and is functional. Wish I could send a picture.

[@firewoodforlife]

Great job!

[@leeetchells609]

If worried about stability just screw a 3x2 brace down to ground. Two at each end on opposite sides should do it. Obviously dont allow children to play around them.

[@michaelbarcz326]

Great idea. Simple and concise! Thank u

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@ronpatton5721]

You are a great instructor! Simple, clear and concise!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you so much!

[@SH-lr7oc]

Just built and stacked this for my first ever firewood build( I'm a city boy). This was so easy and works great! Holds a lot more wood than it looks. I made one mistake though. I was halfway full loading the wood when I realized I forgot to put a brick in the middle. The wood base was bending from the weight but I was able to move some dirt/brick around to fit the brick under it. So far so good! Thanks again!!

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@vf24renegade23]

Very good video. Detailed, explanatory and informative. Also easy and practical. Thank you.

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@WholeFoodPlantPeople]

2024-May $13/each Landscape Timbers

[@firstlast4100]

Great Video , Being the 2x4’s ends are will be on the ground. Do you think it would be better to use pressure treated ?

[@annsmith9623]

Love the idea of no tool needed. Thank you for sharing

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@BillyBoB_508]

This is why i youtube projects before i buy some chinese bs

[@ryanbeaucage1068]

Built it! Fast, easy and cheap. Thank you!

[@coramdeo6790]

Great idea, thank you. I am a retired woman and this is perfect and inexpensive to put together.

[@firewoodforlife]

You are so welcome!

[@LouisianaJesse]

Simply and effective. Love it

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you!

[@stuartzaharek1044]

I needed just a 4-foot wide rack for a 1/4 face cord, and then my light bulb brain went off....so I "upgraded" my rack simply! Since it is placed alongside my shed, and my shed sits on a pad I built, using 57 stone....After placing in the 2x4s I just filled the cinderblock gaps with 57 stone to reduce any sideways shifting! I suppose that you could also dump in some sakrete if on a solid surface! Of course, the cinderblocks become permanent fixtures at that point - but it IS an option!

[@davidhartson4314]

I second the latex dipped gloves. I get a dozen bag off Amazon and they end up less than two dollars per pair. Then I give them away because they are so universally useful. I also love the rack. I looked at several designs and will go with yours because it is elegantly simple!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks for sharing!

[@EricFlores-vu9ju]

Perfect!

[@ForrestStumpTreeService]

You just save me $129...LOL I have everything I need outside, I almost just ordered one of those fancy wood racks, any suggestions to keep the wood covered? Is that even necessary. Great video. Thank you.

[@firewoodforlife]

I'll use scrap plywood if I have any laying around to lay on top of the stack and cover it up, or a small tarp would work perfect!

[@lonnieking4911]

Why wouldn't you speed the 2x4 out as much as possible and screw them to the landscaping timber? That would be bettwr wouldn't it... I'm not sure.. lookin at building 1

[@PainterD54]

Those gloves are great for outdoor work. They have them at Harbor Freight for $1.99. Ibuy several pair soi always have them when I need a pair.

[@OffGridGetAway]

This is a great idea. I will be making a couple of these at my off-grid site. The best thing is that I have all the material in the scrap pile lol

[@LarrainesUniqueShop]

Thanks for the video, I just put in a wood cook stove and ordered in several cords but I needed a way to stack without putting the wood on the ground. This will work perfect. Thanks again.

[@InsertDeafultName]

I had to chop down a bunch of tree limbs touching my house, and needed a simple way to dry them for future burning. This was perfect. Simple yet effective. Will be 'building' it this weekend, if you really can call that 0 tool assembly a build.

[@thecatniplife]

If you make it double wide with two cinder blocks next to each other, would it be more stable? I had one with slightly different design and had a partial collapse. I think it may be because ground underneath got a lot of rain. Also maybe because the wood is not uniform lengths because it’s branches from trees damaged in an ice storm. I’m going to try this design and not stack as high. Also trying it wider.

[@jebediahbarntrigger2526]

Great video, many thanks!

[@cl8505]

That middle concrete block should really be turned the same as the ones on the end. They are meant to be stacked with the holes facing vertical. Not as structurally sound the way you did it.

[@lukewarner6967]

I’m going to build. Is there a certain type of pressure treated 2 x 4 wood to use (pine, spruce, etc) for ends?

[@rogercooper623]

I am so tired of people calling cement blocks as cider blocks. There hasn't been cinder blocks in years.

[@RussellTurman]

You must be a blast at parties

[@drumcrazy72]

Good method. I’ll try this next time I make a face. Saves time as opposed to building a pig sty at each end to bookend the stack.

[@AdrenalineRushMX]

my house is a cinder block firewood rack

[@peterhast]

Thank you, just what I was looking for, I am going to build one today.

[@firewoodforlife]

I hope you love it!

[@WesleyAllenNC]

Thanks for the video. I’m going to cancel my 2x4 steel bracket order and build this instead! Nice that’s it’s also elevated!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vandecar15]

This is cool as hell. Thank you from NH!

[@firewoodforlife]

Hey no problem!

[@tjlee9901]

great idea . i wish i could get some cinder blocks free and i would do my own version of this made my own chainsaw cut cedar planks .

[@elgatol4203]

Flip the center block over like your end blocks, it's stronger and is meant to be used that way.

[@carennash9853]

LOVE THIS! Made it 🙂

[@austrich83]

I was worried about the stability. I don't have cinder blocks but I do have leftover PT plus easily available pallets. Think I'll build the blocks with PT and attach them to the pallets giving much greater stability

[@taylormaines9909]

amazing video. building today. will write back when done!

[@ScottColman]

I was needing a two pos hole posts and some arms to hold reclaimed 2x that had a roof to shed water.

[@davethe-bear9923]

AWESOME! Thank you.

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@marissaawesome2422]

Baby can you come over and stack all mine? 😜😂🍻

[@williamscott2200]

This is very creative and smart. I was just on marketplace looking for a rack until I watched your video. I'm a pretty creative guy , but this made feel less. Great job thanks😊

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem and thanks for watching!

[@BorgheseSunrise]

Yours are 8 feet long? Mine are 10 feet, no big deal. (but seriously, great video - it was today's project, and I can't wait until my wife gets home to show her how neatly our firewood is stacked now!)

[@firewoodforlife]

haha no problem!

[@muhash50]

Man. . . You are awesome. 👍🏼 I have two trees are cut and chopped next weekend I was planning to make a perfect rack. I k ew someone smart must have a solution I put the question on you tube and boom. You were there with the best idea. Thank you very much.

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem. Happy to help!

[@andrewjohnson1285]

Landscape timbers!

[@edwaggoner7403]

Why is 4ft hight the "prime" height? Why not hearing 6 or 6 ft?

[@firewoodforlife]

4 ft seems to not fall over. Sometimes when you stack it higher it becomes unstable and tips.

[@markgazelka8493]

Sweet, simple, and effective. I will utilize this idea! Good ideas are the only thing I steal from people. Thanks for the gift!💪🔥👍👌

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem! Happy to help :)

[@davidkempjr.7045]

Love it, thank you.

[@janelinley3624]

So simple and cool!

[@danielcarroccia1042]

I heat my home in New Jersey for 6 months per year. I burn bout 5 cords in air tight wood burner. To minimize the oil I have to use in furnace. Ur rack is genius

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you!

[@sarahdavis7504]

Thank you for this idea! We're not handy so the no-tools approach was very appealing. We set this up as you recommended and it works great!

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome!

[@OfficiallyFran]

Thanks, I was looking at all the cute/expensive options. This is more my taste!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@freecycling6687]

This is brilliant. And SO much better than the overpriced metal racks on that well-known website. Those things have thin metal legs that sink into the ground under the weight of the wood, requiring a good bit of ground preparation. And the "covers" they come with disintegrate in less than a year. (yes, i was that guy.)

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you!

[@SUNONES]

Hey man this was awesome! Very simple supplies but excellent execution. I have two questions: 01) I want to erect this on my brick deck as opposed to on my lawn, as it is closer to my outdoor fire pit which I want to keep for bonfires in the winter and or for smoking meat outdoors in my Green egg. Do you think it’s okay to build two of these racks next to each other facing each other or better to make an L shaped rack next to each other. I am not using the wood for indoor burning at all, I don’t have a chimney yet. I may by next end of fall 2023. 02) If I can’t get any symmetrically timber for the floor boards of this stand, what kind of posts should I buy as far as material and dimensions? Ideally if money were no issue should I use Cedar or treated pine/ Untreated Pine ? I think I have some 6x10 - Ten foot long posts and some 2x4 - 8’ long untreated pine boards. Will either of those suffice if I make them 5’ by cutting the 10’ posts or keeping long with the 8’ untreated pine? I am in Kenosha Wisconsin and right on Lake Michigan. Most of the lumber I have which I wil saw up and then split is Boxelder and Mulberry. I do have some Apple and Cherry that I will use for smoking Salmon & Trout. Everything else will be for bonfires this winter and for burning for water heating for the stones in my outdoor canister Sauna.

[@firewoodforlife]

You could make 2 racks that are parallel to each other, just leave a foot or so gap between the two racks so air can flow between them. Also, I wouldn't stack it against your home since bugs and mice love to visit the wood pile. This would also allow you to access both sides of the racks so you're not stepping over them. I've never used a 2x4 for the base so I think I would stick to at least a landscape timber or 4x4. The 6x10 would work, but that would be overkill so maybe those would be better saved for a future project since they're expensive pieces of lumber. You could utilize the 8' long 2x4's for the uprights....your rack just wouldn't be as tall but it would be totally fine. The only issue would be using untreated lumber, but it would last for several years before the 2x4's would rot. I hope this helps and good luck with your project!

[@shannonherb2048]

That's what we just did. Works great.

[@johnhouli3450]

Thank you. I believe I have all of the blocks I’m thinking a four foot length 8 foot to big. Thanks Houli

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@gearhead366]

This. Is. PERFECT. I just moved to a house with a wood stove and a heat pump. The heat pump is NOT cheap for heating, so I need to get the wood heating program going. First thing I need is one or more racks for storing the wood. Some of the plans I see here on YT are done by a guy with a woodworking shop. I wanted something simple. This is it. Thanks.

[@firewoodforlife]

I think you'll love it....and it's easy.

[@cms123tube]

Great way to stack firewood ! I would turn the middle cinder block "holes up" it is stronger in this position.

[@firewoodforlife]

Good tip!

[@ChrisBest-uc4gv]

Just completed this wood rack. Worked great. Thanks for the easy solution. Looks good to.

[@firewoodforlife]

Great to hear!

[@J-B876]

That is genius and will work perfectly for my firewood needs. (On 1/3 scale). Thank you.

[@firewoodforlife]

You bet!

[@LittleWeekendWarriors]

Hey mate, I just made one of these thanks to your video. Took less than 5mins to put together. It cost me $70 Australian. Thanks again.

[@firewoodforlife]

Fantastic!

[@Indy0465]

Supplies at Lowe's with my Military Discount 1/26/2023 $25

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome thanks for the update!

[@thelittleguysoutoftexas421]

thanks for sharing. finally getting my logs split using the tire idea and wow that's a game changer. While the weather is nice in south east Texas I want to knock this project out. Rigged up something backwoods using an old trailer ramp and two x fours but it just isn't gonna cut it haha. same concept, not great results. Off to the hardware store I go.

[@firewoodforlife]

Right on!

[@joshuadunbar7655]

What about covering it on the sides for winter

[@firewoodforlife]

You wouldn't want to cover up the entire stack, so the wood can breathe and not grow mold. However, a tarp to cover the top 1/3 of the stack works great to repel rain and snow while still letting the wood season.

[@joshuadunbar7655]

Thanks for the reply

[@shaneapplegate1975]

Thanks for sharing this and taking the time to make the upload.🌲🪓💯

[@firewoodforlife]

You bet!

[@Ahch.]

This is the easiest way to stack wood. Im not sure who originated this idea but if it was you, many thanks!

[@firewoodforlife]

You're going to love it!

[@danielburns7519]

I like it, why didn't I think o it thanks man

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@dansigmon1559]

A simple, inexpensive but elegant project. Thanks for sharing.

[@firewoodforlife]

You are so welcome!

[@bereal929sb]

Well done ✔️... not a nail or screw. Easy to dismantle in the off season. Thanks

[@firewoodforlife]

Happy to help!

[@rockwilliams457]

Great video! Thank you friend....Texas Hill Country...

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks for watching!

[@davekana8388]

I wish I would have seen this before we bought some metal racks. Great idea!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PRESTONPARTIN-s3j]

Great idea 😂, I'll pass this along to my friends and family! Thanks!

[@firewoodforlife]

Happy to help!

[@puremayhem3540]

Great design.. maybe if you put gravel under or even just a little inside of the cinders it will help with the 2x4 rot

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s a great idea!

[@BuckyNave-ox4rd]

Not trying to be an ass.....but those are concrete block. Other than that...thanks for the time you put in the video.

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@BuckyNave-ox4rd]

@@firewoodforlife I would not have cared to even comment...but I'm a block and brick mason. They still make Cinder block....but they are not so common anymore. Cinder reefers to burnt....like ashes. That is old school.

[@BuckyNave-ox4rd]

@@firewoodforlife At least you did not call them "brick" like so many do.

[@irafair3015]

@@BuckyNave-ox4rd I just learned something. Thanks.

[@mmccar24]

I was looking to build rack for myself and this is the easiest thing I have found plus I have everything to do this. Made my day easier. Thanks

[@firewoodforlife]

Great to hear!

[@fuzzynenja]

I'm going to build this today! Thanks for the tips.

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem. Enjoy!

[@jeff6777]

Set this up over the weekend for about $40 and it’s working great. Thanks for the tips!

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem. Happy to help!

[@gerardvandenbosch5059]

Build the rack exactly as you did and it works perfect! Cheap and solid. Thank you!!

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s great!

[@curtdavis4002]

Great video. Will be assembling two or three of these this weekend!

[@firewoodforlife]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@swamistevie4711]

Nice rack! What is the average length to cut firewood?

[@firewoodforlife]

I typically cut mine around 16-18" which seems to fit great in my stove.

[@ScottColman]

Very cool. I put the rack and wood right where I needed it. 2 dollar blocks which gets it off the ground like you said. Which is great.

[@firewoodforlife]

Nice work!

[@leeetchells609]

More like £4.50 each here in England! But we always get ripped off over here😅

[@camper273]

Found your channel a couple days ago and subscribed! I was sad to see that you didn't upload for 1year. I was so happy to see this pop up! Keep it up!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you so much and thanks for the sub! I’ll be uploading more videos now that the weather is warmer.

[@CPerreault]

Great idea, thanks for posting. What was the song you had playing? I'm a harmonica player and noticed some harp in there.

[@firewoodforlife]

Sorry I'm not sure. It was just stock music on the video editor I used.

[@CPerreault]

@@firewoodforlife Ok thanks for answering and for sharing your knowledge.

[@diamondmidnightgardener]

brilliant

[@nicholaskinsella9059]

Just built this. Works great!