Firewood shelters are built to stack firewood. The basic purpose is to make sure that the stacked firewood receives ample air circulation which will drive out the moisture in the firewood and thus, will make it dry. Dry firewood is easy to light; thus burns hotter, less smoke and creosote is produced. This is necessary for people who use firewood to warm their houses in winter. Firewood shelter is built outdoor in the form of racks, sheds and cabinets. Recently, U-shaped racks have become common and more popular because of the ease with which they can be made. Firewood shelter has become more important because in winter firewood needs to be stored near the house as you will not like to fetch firewood from a distant place.

To construct a firewood rack you will need twelve boards, each two inch by four inch, a drill, wooden screws and trap. First of all you will have to make the base of the rack. This is done by using two of the twelve boards, place one on a flat surface and use the other to form a rectangle and firm it using wooden screws. Next, build a supporting end; this is done by screwing two boards together. Attach the support to the base and screw it firmly.  Add stability to the rack by adding two boards on the back at the diagonal. Cover your rack with a tarp and place it at a comfortable distance from the house.

People who are not fond of racks can always built shed as a firewood shelter. Building a shed is tougher than building a rack. You need to have lumber, nails and screws, string and stakes, electric saw, carpentry tools, door with hardware and if you want to make a solid shelter, than concrete. Building a shed is a technical process. You need to select a space in your yard for this purpose. Next you will have to decide between building a freestanding shed or an attached shed. An attached shed is a better choice as it will take lesser time to construct and will be firm. The size of the shed will be determined by your use of firewood. Usually firewood shelters hold as much as one year stock of firewood. You will need to draw a sketch for your shed and carry out construction according to it.

Try not to make firewood shelters away from your house. A firewood rack is the recommended firewood shelter for you. So save your time and get one made for you.