Is Astrope firewood seasoned and certified as ‘Ready to Burn’?
Yes. Our firewood is cut and split into logs a year ahead of being sold and then dried in our new solar powered drying facility. It has a moisture content of well below 20% which is perfect for burning right away.
We are certified as a ‘Ready to Burn’ firewood producer. Our processes are in accordance with the new government regulations which came into effect in February 2021.
View our ‘Ready to Burn’ certificate here.
Can I keep the Bulk Bag’ which the logs are delivered in?
Yes, you are welcome to keep the bag to store your logs in if you wish. However to minimise single use plastic and to keep costs down we would like to reuse the bag if possible. Once the bag is empty we will collect it on your next delivery.
When do you deliver?
We generally deliver on Saturdays, but will do our best to deliver on a day and at time to suit you.
Can I collect Logs from your yard?
No Sorry, that is not possible
Do you offer a barrowing and stacking service?
Yes. A barrowing and stacking service is available at extra cost. Guide prices are: £15 for barrowing, £15 for stacking or £25 for both borrowing and stacking. Cost will be confirmed on delivery and depend on how far they are to be moved and wether there are steps etc.
Is it possible to reverse and unload straight into a garage or barn to save me moving the logs again?
Yes. This is possible because we have relatively small vehicles, not large tippers. Therefore we do not need a high ceiling clearance. We have found this to be very helpful to many customers.
Which species of wood are used?
We use only the best quality wood to produce our logs, generally Beech, Birch & Ash. Occasionally we have Cherry and Oak logs in stock. Please check the order form to see current availability. These are all fantastic fuel woods with different characteristics when burnt.
Is Astrope firewood sourced locally?
Yes. The timber we use is a by-product of necessary thinning and clearance work carried out in woodland around Berkhamsted to improve habitat and biodiversity and road safety.
We do not import firewood from long distances by road or from overseas.
Is Astrope firewood produced locally?
Yes. Astrope logs are cut and split at our premises near Berkhamsted by local employees ready for delivery to Tring, Berkhamsted and surrounding villages the following Winter. This ensures that our product is as sustainable and low in carbon emissions in its production and delivery as possible.
Do you kiln dry the logs?
No. We season our firewood naturally using our new solar powered drying facility because it is less environmentally damaging than using fossil fuelled kilns to dry the wood.
What does ‘Green’ or ‘unseasoned’ wood mean?
This is the term used for freshly felled timber. The natural moisture content will be too high, (as high as 30-40% depending on species), to burn efficiently, if at all. Firewood should be dried, or “seasoned,” until its moisture content is at or below 20 percent.
All Astrope Firewood logs are fully seasoned and dry.
Is it worth paying more for quality, Seasoned and Dry firewood?
Yes. To demonstrate how important it is that the wood is dry:
A ton of wood with 50% moisture content has a calorific value (CV) of around 2,300 kWh but a ton of wood at 20% has a CV of over 4,100 kWh. That’s nearly twice as much heat warming your house.
In money terms, if a kWh of heat is worth 5p then a ton of wood at 50% MC is worth £ 116.38 but a ton of wood at 20% MC is worth £206.55. The higher value takes a bit of time and effort to achieve but the rewards are clear. (figures from forestry.gov.uk)
How should firewood be stored?
It is very important to keep your logs and kindling as dry as possible, either in a well ventilated, shed, garage or log store.
It is always a good idea if possible to get your logs and kindling indoors before they are needed as the warmer and dryer they are the better.
Is it possible to leave Feedback and Reviews on this site?
Yes. We would appreciate your feed back in order to help us improve the way we operate. All reviews will be posted on this site. To leave reviews and feedback please type it into the large box headed ‘other info’. at the bottom of the order form page and click send.