How To Build A Firewood Rack - The Best Way

[@thomascowan9643]

I made 3 of these and appreciate the great video. So easy to stack wood on these. Thank you!

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s awesome! Happy to help :)

[@beebob1279]

Measurements, type and size screws, demonstration. Well done

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@thirstydogproductions9569]

I am not a woodworker by any means but this was fun to build! You’re instructions were right on and easy to follow. Thanks for the video!

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Rooster0529]

Just found this while searching for good firewood racks. Headed to Lowe's now. Nice to see you again Nick.

[@firewoodforlife]

Hey Todd, great to hear from you! Thanks for watching the video and I think you’ll love the firewood rack.

[@Rooster0529]

@@firewoodforlife I made 2 this afternoon. I added two cross sections of 4x4 to get them off the ground. I did make one mistake; I cut the 45 degree pieces at 17-1/2” on the long side instead of the short side. It’s flush at the bottom just not on the vertical side. I can live with that. Stay safe my friend.

[@edgewater210]

I would like to thank you for posting this video. I built two of these racks yesterday. Very solid!

[@firewoodforlife]

That's great to hear!

[@emilygooding]

This was my first woodworking project and I'm so grateful for the amazing instructions you provided! The final product turned out great!

[@rig7102]

Built the wood storage rack, simple, fast and sturdy! Thank you for the tutorial. Cheers from Vancouver Island, Canada.

[@ctbt1832]

This is a great idea. Easy, simple and cheap.

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad you like it!

[@TheCarExp]

These diy videos are very therapeutic. Thank you!

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome!

[@user-mg1fs1uv3h]

Nice break down! Simple yet effective, THANKS

[@firewoodforlife]

You bet!

[@susanbaker7232]

My grandson and I made two of these. So easy. Thank you.

[@firewoodforlife]

You are so welcome!

[@yacubblackman193]

I only found your video, and it was a great saver!! I followed your design with the exception of doubling the width to 16' instead of 8'. didn't take very long to build and the results were great 👍.

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s awesome!

[@munkee59]

A cord of wood arrived sooner than expected, but I found your video and it saved me! I had all of the 2x4's on hand already, and knocked this out fast. Thank you for posting.

[@firewoodforlife]

Excellent!

[@Danjan1208]

Thanks for the video and directions bud! Just built this today, made a few mods but you were a huge help. Appreciate it!!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad I could help!

[@drmgui]

Took your concept and upscaled it a bit to 2 x 6s and 4 x 4s and it's robust for sure. Thanks for sharing

[@firewoodforlife]

Nice work!

[@oldguysrock2170]

I use a similar design except my uprights seat in cinder blocks allowing the rack to be 8” off the ground for air flow. Also use 2x6 for the horizontal pieces. With 2x4 horizontal, I use a cinder block in the middle to avoid sag. In Northern Michigan, I need my racks off the ground because the drying season is so short and the snow gets deep. Great design on your part.

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks!

[@beebob1279]

I think the air flow is most important. I make a similar one with scrap lumber. On the bottom I use 4x4's only because I have them around. But yep, definitely get the wood off the ground.

[@GVH1305]

Great video. Do you have list of cut lengths? Thx

[@RevLarry]

I moved my 9 inch midway braces to the inside of the verticle 4 ft. 2x4's. Because I cover my wood, and this is easyer on the covers. I also chamfered the top 2x4's. This protects the covers from esrly wear. I also mounted the angke braces flush with the uprights and inside the lower frame. Love your videos! Thank you!

[@RevLarry]

Easier on the wood covers.

[@nhgunsandammo1835]

Built this yesterday. Works well and cost under $50 for pressure treated lumber and quality decking screws. Thanks for the video.

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@adleyg5986]

Just made two today and they are fantastic. Sturdy and look great. Thanks for your generosity.

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@bernieleblanc1677]

I was skeptical at first but once built and the wood stacked on it its a great design.Thankyou for your video

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad to hear it worked out for you!

[@ianeverett9370]

Brilliant, I made one of these today, works a treat, THANKS from Suffolk in England

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@rickrhay]

I built this today. Worked out great. I built it at 10 feet, and I can't wait to start loading it with firewood! Thanks for the how-to.

[@garageuniversity]

It's true. I saw him do it.

[@firewoodforlife]

Great to hear!

[@eddiewennberg6]

@@garageuniversity lol

[@vivgleeson8057]

Made one of these a few months ago out of scrap lumber I had laying around from a previous project, and adjusted the measurements making it lower and longer to fit under the window on my covered porch. Been using it ever since and it’s been AWESOME! Thank you for the rad tutorial my friend!

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome and I'm happy you love the firewood rack!

[@stmcgarret]

Thanks for posting this. I'm going to make one of these for my porch where I store some wood during the season so I don't have to go out to the stack at night.

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@huntinskiffinlovineveryday5439]

Great video! I built one today and it was super easy and seems very sturdy! Thank you!

[@Northeast_Mainiac]

Hello From Maine! Thanks for the free plans and the video, I made this today for my 8’x10’ metal Newport shed I got Home Depot back 15 years ago, followed your exact plans except I made the uprights 5’ high, I’m going to make 4 more for the shed aswell. Ty again it came out great

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome!

[@cuestareese]

Just built this today! It turned out great, thanks so much for sharing!

[@firewoodforlife]

Great to hear!

[@handson2211]

I built this rack and it works great! I made mine 14 feet long and 6 feet high and attached it to the front of my deck for stability. Like you said, the rack will be unstable if built to high but having it attached to the deck worked out perfectly. It's stable and fits a lot of wood. Thank you for the great video and I hope to see more from your channel. To keep things proportionate, I made my 45 degree boards 26 inches as apposed to 17.5 to make up for the extra 2 feet in height. Looks great and very solid. Again... If you decide to build this rack higher than the recommended 4 feet, it should be attached to a structure. Otherwise it could easily tip forward endangering a person, especially a child.

[@firewoodforlife]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I'm sure you'll love your new firewood rack!

[@jhart3983]

Thanks 😊. I was searching for instructions to build a simple firewood rack and this looks perfect.

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad you like it!

[@littlered5551]

Thank you for posting this video. A built one of these this weekend using your plan and it worked out great. It is very sturdy and stout. I added eyebolts at both ends on the inside and drove stakes through them into the ground also. It turned out awesome and I have received many compliments.

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s great! I’m happy it worked out well for you and I know you’ll love it for a lifetime just like I have.

[@timandkimwardell1378]

Nice and easy. Thanks for sharing your talents

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem. Enjoy your new firewood rack!

[@JB-mm4bb]

I built one yesterday. It works great! Thanks.

[@firewoodforlife]

Great! Happy to help.

[@tommanno6875]

Thank you for this! I had a bunch of scrap wood from an old garden bed that I ripped out (previous owners left it). The only thing I had to buy was the screws. I used mostly 2x6 boards with a few 2x4s thrown in but made it work.

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome, I'm glad you were able to use materials you already had on hand!

[@brothermatthews1300]

Hello Nick, How are you? I wanted to take this moment to thank you for the video and the plans for the wood rack. I built two of them. I purchased your plans and found them very helpful. I wanted to pass along a couple of things I did differently, only because I found it easier to do. Even though I try, as I have many carpenter skills, to find straight boards that are true and square, much of the pressure treated wood here in my neck of the woods, is heavily wet. I had to wait some time for the boards to dry and some of them did bend, bow, and corkscrew a little, which did cause some of the middle pieces to be "short" by about 1/8 to 1/4 inch. I found it easier to attach the uprights first with four screws in a square or box pattern and then butt the front stay up against them, clamping them tightly and forming a solid box around them. This worked out great, and was a little easier than trying to create the box and then placing the uprights inside, as swelling, etc., caused some to be placed in by force. This is not to say your plans were wrong in any way. I simply had to make adjustments for the "wood". I normally do not buy "wet" wood, but after going to more than three lumber yards, all I could get was the "driest" they had and that was really damp. The other operations had water falls coming from their wood. Totally unacceptable. I'm very happy with the racks. They are stout, sturdy, and hold a full face cord of wood. Thank you so much for the plans and video. I leave you with the satisfaction of knowing that I made the right decision choosing your wood rack to fit my needs. Thank you very much for your kindness. Be blessed. Be encouraged. Brother Levi Benjamin Matthews

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks for the kind words and I'm happy you love your firewood racks!

[@thepab3072]

Love it, going to build it with 2x6 since I have lots of it left over from an other project. It will look great and be strong, thanks for making this vid.

[@firewoodforlife]

Sounds great!

[@pecula00]

I just finished one based on your plans. Very sturdy.

[@firewoodforlife]

I'm glad you like it!

[@jeffnajmowicz5634]

Awesome rack, mine is several years old and sturdy as can be!

[@firewoodforlife]

I agree!

[@ru4beer]

Nick - Thank you Soooo much for these amazing directions. My firewood rack cost a touch more because treated 2x4x8 boards are up to $16/board. And I had to buy the impact driver. Even given all that, I was so impressed with your easy to follow, step by step instructions. You saved my firewood pile from moisture, bugs, and keeping it off the ground. You, sir, are a God send!!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you for the kind words and I’m happy you love your firewood rack!

[@MadHatter-cj8bh]

Built this over the weekend and already loaded with wood. Great tutorial!!! Thanks so much!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad it helped!

[@billbrookman3898]

I used your design and it turned out well. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@firewoodforlife]

Happy to help!

[@je1279]

Thanks, this was very helpful. I made a few modifications from your design but was still able to build two racks with 11 8' 2x4's.

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@DesmondHughes]

Thx. I plan on making this and adding heavy duty caster wheels so I can clean easier underneath

[@firewoodforlife]

I hope you love it!

[@couz10]

Built 4 of them today! Thanks!

[@firewoodforlife]

Nice work!

[@devinkoestler4426]

Thanks for the video! Super clear and easy to follow. Just built mine this weekend. Total cost was about 40 bucks. That includes the lumber and the screws you suggested. Thanks!!

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome! Thanks for the update!

[@jeremymillrood]

Thanks for sharing. Instructions were simple and easy to follow!! Built this rack over the weekend and it turned out great.

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome sir!

[@JRMooreMusic]

Great tutorial. Built one following this. Thank you for doing this!

[@firewoodforlife]

That’s great! Happy to help!

[@wolf040882]

perfect job! thank you! this was easy to do. Cost me about $80 in Massachusetts with screws with the covid wood prices.

[@firewoodforlife]

I glad you like it!

[@cosimomarino6885]

ill be doing this later this week! thank you

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome!

[@robertmccartin2025]

Awesome thanks! Just what I was looking for!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad I could help!

[@Shaner-fx8dg]

Great rack. Built 6 of em so far. Thank you!

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome! I'm happy you like them.

[@darenprince1]

Thanks brother! This gave me a good but simple project to teach my boys. Only thing different I'll do is probably place rack on some cinder blocks. Termites are bad down in Texas. Thanks again! Look forward to more videos.

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome and thank you for the kind words! It's a great firewood rack so I'm pretty sure you'll love it.

[@ARTOS_Survival]

Going to make this for my deck for sure!

[@firewoodforlife]

I hope you love your new firewood rack!

[@Rickky007]

Over the weekend built 6 of them racks , thanks for the informative video👍🏻.

[@firewoodforlife]

Wow, that's a busy weekend! You're welcome and I'm glad you liked the video.

[@georgedavall9449]

Hmmm, yeah, sure you did 🤔🙄😳😀😂🤣

[@Rickky007]

@@georgedavall9449 i did , I work construction for a living, I’m a concrete mason guy lol .

[@M1Y4MUS4SH1]

good job..i will put cement blocks under it to keep out the water ...with 4 will be ok i think

[@albertkazemian603]

Nice job

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you!

[@kasinathar1874]

I did a similar one and put it on bricks to lift it off the ground as well as for air circulation.👍

[@firewoodforlife]

Nice work!

[@0x4rk0]

Fun project! Thanks for the tut

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome!

[@kevcaswell-jones4202]

Excellent tutorial Thanks. K

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome! It's a great firewood rack and I think you'll love it.

[@BUTGOD-j1x]

Thank you sir for taking the time to put together an excellent how to video. I did a miniature version of your rack, but followed the same concept. I made it mainly for wood when I BBQ. KEEP IT UP!

[@firewoodforlife]

Fantastic!

[@mandylopez7996]

Great video

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks!

[@ryanh9824]

Great video man just built my first rack today thanks to your video!

[@firewoodforlife]

Glad I could help!

[@journeytravelers5420]

Thank you , bless you

[@firewoodforlife]

Same to you and thank you for comment!

[@gemajams]

I just built it, nice and sturdy!

[@firewoodforlife]

Awesome! You're going to love it :)

[@youngschuler]

Just built this! Thanks

[@firewoodforlife]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Jcperrin]

Wonderful job man! I now have my Saturday project. Thanks for sharing

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome and I hope you enjoy your new firewood rack!

[@auto5man]

Great video and plan, great rack simple and easy to construct....built mine today. The best parts of your plan is simplicity and efficiency of material, and of course....it works like its supposed to. The only question I had was concerning the 8 pieces cut to 8-3/4 inches and 9 inches. Shouldn't they all just be 9 inches? (what am I missing in my math?)

[@firewoodforlife]

I'm glad you like the firewood rack! Yes, you would think they would all be 9 inches, however, I've found that some pieces of treated 2x4 (the really wet ones) will be a little thicker. When you get a wet one, the 9 inch piece is too tight. So, to make it always work, I just cut them to 8 3/4.

[@FaceStuffer]

Cheers. I made mine a bit longer, was quick and simple to deploy!

[@TheBestPaJam]

I made this yesterday. It was super easy. Thank you!

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@Chris-hq6tl]

Thanks for sharing your build. I just finish mine today. Only thing I did different was adding a shelf and making it wider (20"). I would add a pic but not sure how to.

[@firewoodforlife]

Nice work!

[@stevemartinez6757]

I made a similar rack to this, but the only thing that I did different was to elevate the 8' boards by 6". This gives it a bit more air flow and keeps the wood further from the ground (bugs).

[@rogervandergriff1851]

Thanks for this video,going to build one

[@firewoodforlife]

No problem!

[@DavidClark-h7s]

Thank you very much.

[@firewoodforlife]

You are welcome!

[@garyspaulding5690]

Two years later wood has doubled in cost and screws up 50% more. Outside of that just finished and I made my base out of 2×6 and tripled up the screws. Suckers heavy thanks for the video!

[@firewoodforlife]

You’re welcome! I so happy you love your new firewood rack.

[@foireur117]

OMG, this guy look so much like Jim Carrey when younger!!! Also, great tutorial ^_^

[@firewoodforlife]

Haha that’s funny because I’ve heard that before. I’m glad you liked the video!

[@smh4536]

@@firewoodforlife I was thinking Jonathan Toews from the blackhawks

[@theejmaenpaa]

Heck ya man! I just made this following your video. Super easy and feels nice and sturdy. Thanks for sharing! Another thing I can cross off the honey do list! 👍

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome I'm glad it was helpful!

[@Andrew_Pooch]

Thanks!!

[@matthews.1813]

Awesome video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@charvakkarpe]

I'm going to add a sloped plywood hat on top, and extend the base pieces to make it so it won't tip over if wind catches the roof while there isn't enough wood to hold it down. This is a good starting point for a custom design. 2x4's seem to be the way to go, no need for 4x4's. And the diagonal braces at the bottom look like they do the job without getting in the way.

[@firewoodforlife]

That sounds like a great idea!

[@MrTacoJay]

Built this rack. Except the two 9” support pieces on the verticals. I cut them to 6” and put them inside the two verticals. Similar to the base.

[@Mocking69]

It's a wonderful firewood rack ♪ I want it ♪

[@firewoodforlife]

You should build one!

[@johnlea1179]

This looks like something easy enough for me to build, although I'll have to use my cheaper saw and cheap drill to drive the screws in. I have a question though, you used 9 inch pieces to top off the verticals and support the verticals half-way up. But then you used 8 3/4 inch pieces inside the pocket at the bottom, it looks like to me, that they could be 9 inches also. Would they not fit? Thanks, I was going to buy a bracket kit at the hardware store to make a rack with 2 by 4's, this looks better, won't rust, and saves me money.

[@firewoodforlife]

I’ve found that treated lumber (especially the really wet ones) are slightly thicker and the 9” pieces are a little tight. They will work on dry 2x4’s but for me it’s easier just to cut them at 8 3/4”. You could cut them at 9 and see if they work, and if they don’t then you could just take another 1/4” off. I hope this helps and good luck with your project!

[@johnlea1179]

@@firewoodforlife Thanks for the great design and dimensions too. I went out and bought my first cordless tool set today, including impact driver/drills, because of your inspiration.

[@rogerjudy1]

what is the name of this song being played good job on the firewood rack

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks for the kind words! I'm not exactly sure what the name of the song is. It's a stock playlist on the video editing software I use.

[@helenehouser2325]

I would love a list of the measurements of each piece. I made one and I love it!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you for the suggestion and I’m glad you like the firewood rack!

[@Tractors_Trucks_And_Pups]

Could you possibly tell me the name of the song that I believe starts at like 5:11 mark please? Right when your about to cut the wood. I've heard this song forever and absolutely love it but just can't find the name. Oh and thanks for the video...got a bunch of scrap wood hoping to make a few with

[@firewoodforlife]

Sorry I’m not sure what the song is called. It was one of the options on the program I used to edit the video. I loved the song so I decided to include it but I don’t remember the name of it. Thanks for watching the video. I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@Tractors_Trucks_And_Pups]

@@firewoodforlife alright thank you anyway...let me know if you find it if you could please!!!

[@wesleytaylor-rendal5648]

I always heard it's better to screw into cross grain and now with grain

[@elizabethkovach4781]

Im going to make today, thanks for the idea

[@firewoodforlife]

You're welcome!

[@jorgesalgado4801]

Hello, very simple design, that’s what I love about it, I’m going to make a couple of these by tomorrow, thank you and good luck with your videos!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks for the kind words! I think you're going to love your finished firewood racks. Enjoy!

[@AlexeyTarasov_Victar]

very accuracy done! Master!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked the video!

[@Brianb_ie]

Hi there. I love the design and video. Thanks for sharing. Do you think adding a sloping roof would be important? my firewood is going to be store outside with some shelter but I don't think it would be totally covered from the top elements.

[@firewoodforlife]

A roof is always nice. While it's not an absolute must, I think it could help benefit you. I typically just use a long piece of plywood and lay it over the top of the firewood or, you could use a small tarp to cover the top 1/3 of the stack if you didn't want to build a roof.

[@Brianb_ie]

@@firewoodforlife Great thanks. Can't wait to get started. I'll post an update once its done.

[@rickydlayaute5387]

Beware strong winds ....the base is quiet short!! 👍😎🇫🇷

[@DUQUOIN1982]

Can you recommend a cover to purchase? or at least the recommended dimensions for a cover? 8' X 4' X 12"? 16"? 24"? most of the covers seem to be 24" wide

[@b.williams3095]

Would it be possible to double the height?

[@firewoodforlife]

I think it would be too tall and become unstable.

[@gregthomas4628]

Thanks for the video but just a heads up the 8 3/4 inch inside stud is actually 9 inches just like the top.

[@firewoodforlife]

Yeah it’s hit or miss. Sometimes the treated wood swells so the 9” cut won’t fit. It all depends on how dry the wood is, so either will work. I hope you love your firewood rack!

[@gregthomas4628]

@@firewoodforlife Its fantastic! Thank you again for the how to.

[@jlatreille08]

How would you attach an cover to this to keep wood dry? Great ideal!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks! When adding a cover you would have a lot of different options. A tarp over the top with a couple of bungee cords would be easy. I've used scrap pieces of plywood which work really well just placed on top. If you want a cover with an overhang, you can simply put two 2x4 across the top (one flat and one on end running across each upright). This creates a small slant and you can take a 2' wide by 8' long piece of plywood and attach it to the top 2x4 runners. It's somewhat hard to explain but it would be quick and easy.

[@alrobinette3475]

Thanks so much for putting this together....I will be making a version of this to fit a space in my outdoor wood shed. Quick question is there any concern using pressure treated lumber and wood used for cooking sitting on it and any transfer of the treatment into the wood?

[@firewoodforlife]

I'm glad you liked the video! I don't think there is any reason for concern with the treated lumber contaminating your firewood. The contact is pretty minimal and I've been doing it for years without any issues.....that I know of :)

[@alrobinette3475]

@@firewoodforlife great thank you for the reply. I am building a version of this tomorrow. Just got a driveway full of season hickory delivery for my smoker and need to build a rack to hold it!

[@BigC_33]

great video - gonna make one of these this weekend. Thank you for sharing.

[@firewoodforlife]

Thanks!

[@killerbuellxb12]

Great job on the rack itself, but try to use the clamps more if at all possible so you take the strain off your body when working on these projects. Over all, Thumbs up all around and keep up the good work!

[@firewoodforlife]

Thank you! I agree clamps make everything easier. I’m a little low on good clamps because I messed up two of mine turning my lawn mower into a bulldozer using a 2x6. It actually worked really good but the clamps made the sacrifice lol. I’ll definitely be buying more!

[@killerbuellxb12]

Looking out for my fellow woodworker. Still, great job and keep the vids coming! This is the first time finding your channel and it's been a great change of pace finding another project to work on.

[@jdemuro1]

How much wood does this store? Would it hold a half cord?

[@firewoodforlife]

It holds a face cord of wood, which is one row of wood 8’ long x 4’ tall.

[@reno5948]

Excellent! I do have one question, why 12” wide and not 16” or 18“?

[@firewoodforlife]

You could definitely make it 16" or 18" wide, it just depends on how long you cut your firewood. A majority of wood is 16"-18" long so I wanted the rack to be a little less than that so I could stack it without it falling through the bottom or falling off the uprights because it's too short. 12" seems to work perfectly for me, but if you needed a wider one, the adjustments would be simple!

[@tylerabbott5187]

Was this made specifically for a chord of wood in mind? I lobe this and will do this tomorrow but also do you think a wider base (more than 12 inches) between the 8 ft 2x4s would be better?

[@firewoodforlife]

I’m glad you like the design! It actually holds a face cord of firewood which is about 1/3 of a full cord which measures 128 cubic feet. You could definitely make it wider, it would just depend on how long you cut your firewood.