SnugNiture Outdoor Firewood Log Storage Rack Bracket Kit, Adjustable Log Rack Holder, Fireplace Wood Storage Holder with Screws, Black
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Very, very large. Alternatively, it could be extremely tiny. It is entirely up to you to use your imagination. You could, for example, cut all of the 2 x 4s to 8 inches in length and fit one or two logs inside. It's ideal for your itty bitty abode. You could also collect 16-foot 2 x 4s and build a massive Wall 'O Wood out of them. I'm not serious! If you're wondering how big you can make it before it becomes unstable, the answer is that it depends on what you rest it on. The bare ground is more unstable than a concrete floor.
I'm not sure where they're made, but they're of excellent quality and craftsmanship.
I'm not sure what gauge they're made of, but they're Heavy Duty. They're fantastic. I got two of them. One set will easily accommodate a half-face cord. The length of 2 x 4s that you use determines the size.
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I wish I had purchased them many years ago! I used pressure treated 2x10s to stack two cords on three racks (plus a little extra). It works well as long as the racks are placed on stable, level ground. The ends of each rack were covered in pavers. One I set up on some uneven ground and had to redo because it became too wobbly under weight. To add a little more stability, I added cross pieces to the tops of the rack's sides. br>br>I've been stacking wood on pallets for years, and this was so much easier, faster, and neater! The wood is mostly dry because I have tarps over it. I would strongly suggest it.
Using the bracket was a lot of fun for me. It's simple enough to do, and I'm not particularly handy. br>I went to Home Depot and purchased three 2x4s, which I had cut to my specifications. br>I stained all of the pieces of wood before putting them together, and as you can see from the photos, I ended up adding some support pieces to the top for added stability. People have complained that it is not a "snug fit. " I believe it is a good idea. br> I didn't think it was such a big deal, especially since everything is screwed in. After that, it has a very sung feel to it. In addition, you'll need some space in the brackets to slide those pieces in and out. Overall, I prefer these brackets to the rest of the Amazon selection. In my opinion, these are well constructed.
It was simple to assemble and took me about 15 minutes in total, including hand sawing the boards. The spacing is slightly larger than a treated 2x4, but it should be fine once the screws are tightened. br>br>Here are some suggestions: Before tightening the screws, fill in the gap with shims or scraps, and use an outdoor-rated screw. I improvised with some deck screws that I had on hand. I didn't put the included screws to the test, but they don't appear to be weatherproof.
Our firewood holder took me about 20 minutes to put together, give or take a few minutes. It's that easy. My husband had some extra 2x4s in the garage, so I cut them to the lengths I needed and screwed it all together. To get the job done quickly, I used a power saw and a battery-operated drill. Many other brands of brackets lack the cross brace, but these are extremely durable and heavy. Putting the little rubber gasket around the holes was by far the most difficult part: You can do this if you know how to cut wood.
In general, I'm pleased with these brackets. They're well-made and simple to put together. They provided screws, which is nice, but you might prefer to use your own. Before you buy, think about the following: br>br>
- I built my rack 8 feet tall, so the bracket isn't very wide. I don't believe it's stable enough even with brackets at the top and bottom. It'll be fine once it's full of wood, but I'd go with 4-inch instead. Maximum height is 5 feet.
- My wood was cut to a length of 18 inches. If you cover the rack, a lot of the firewood will protrude beyond it.
- The rubber seal was a nice touch, in my opinion. When I inserted the treated 2x4s, I ripped some of it. In retrospect, I'm not convinced it adds much. I'd just caulk it if you're concerned about water. br>br>Again, I'm pleased with it overall, but I wish it was wider, like 16 inches.
These are excellent brackets. The only drawback is that and it's only a minor niggle - is that the openings for receiving lumber are bigger than the lumber itself. To be clear, this is not an argument against purchasing the brackets - They're fantastic. br>br>As I was putting it together, I assumed it was because lumber in different parts of the world has different nominal sizes. The only issue is that the upright pieces must be carefully secured in order to remain square. To shim nominal 2x4 lumber, a previous reviewer suggested painting stirring sticks - That's an excellent suggestion. br>br>I can see these being used for more than just storing firewood. They're extremely well-made.
We have a unique circumstance in which we require 12" logs that will fit in our stove. As a result, we had to install 2 ft x 4 ft plywood panels across the bottom of the rack, as well as up each side. This gives us a place to put the logs at the end of the process. ending with a crossing and then an ascent We could only stack half of the wood without the plywood. I'm sure the rack would work fine without the plywood if you used regular 16" logs (though the upright spacing is still quite narrow). We're pleased with the rack. br>br>.
Great product with brackets on both the top and bottom.
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