How Long Does a Bulk Bag of Logs Last?

If you're ordering firewood for your wood burner or open fire, one of the most common questions is:

“How long will a bulk bag of logs actually last?”

The answer depends on how often you use your stove, the size of your home, and how efficiently your fire burns.

At Sevenoaks Firewood, our bulk bags contain approximately 0.6 cubic metres of kiln-dried hardwood logs, which typically works out at around 180–200 logs per bulk bag.

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Quick Answer

For most homes using a wood burner:

• Occasional fires: a bulk bag can last 1–2 months
• Regular evening fires: around 3–4 weeks
• Heavy daily use: roughly 1–2 weeks

Most households using their stove through autumn and winter typically go through 2–4 bulk bags of logs per season.

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How Many Logs Are in a Bulk Bag?

A typical 0.6 cubic metre bulk bag of kiln-dried hardwood logs from Sevenoaks Firewood usually contains roughly:

180–200 logs

The exact number varies slightly depending on:

• log size

• wood species

• how tightly the bag is filled

Hardwood species like oak, ash and birch burn longer than softwoods, meaning you generally use fewer logs overall.

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How Many Logs Do You Burn Per Day?

Most wood burners use around:

• 6–10 logs per evening for normal use
• 10–15 logs per day if the stove is running longer
• 15+ logs per day if used as a main heat source

With 180–200 logs in a bulk bag, this means a bag can last anywhere from a week to a month depending on how often your stove is used.

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What Affects How Long Logs Last?

Several factors influence how quickly you burn through logs.

Stove efficiency

Modern EcoDesign wood burning stoves are significantly more efficient than older models or open fires.

Home insulation

Well-insulated homes need less fuel to maintain warmth.

Log moisture

Kiln-dried logs burn hotter and longer because they contain very little moisture.

Burn technique

Using a top-down fire lighting method improves efficiency and reduces wasted fuel.

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How Many Bulk Bags Do Most Customers Buy?

At Sevenoaks Firewood, most customers typically order:

 

Many customers start the season with two bulk bags in autumn, then top up during colder spells.

Ordering a little extra early in the season can help avoid winter delivery rushes.

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How to Make Your Logs Last Longer

You can improve burn time and efficiency by:

• Using kiln-dried hardwood logs
• Avoiding overfilling your stove
• Maintaining good airflow in the fire
• Lighting fires using the top-down method

Good burning habits can significantly reduce how many logs you use.

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Final Thoughts

A 0.6 cubic metre bulk bag of kiln-dried hardwood logs containing around 180–200 logs can last anywhere from one week to several weeks, depending on how often your stove is used.

For most homes using their stove regularly through autumn and winter, two to three bulk bags is a good starting point for the season.

You can always top up later — but having dry logs ready means you’ll never run out when the weather turns colder.

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Browse Our Kiln-Dried Hardwood Logs

At Sevenoaks Firewood we supply premium kiln-dried hardwood logs with fast delivery across Sevenoaks, Kent and surrounding areas.

Choose from:

• Birch logs
• Oak logs
• Ash logs
• Mixed hardwood logs

All logs are Woodsure Ready to Burn certified and delivered directly to your door.

Different hardwood species also affect burn time. You can read our guide comparing birch, ash and oak logs to see which burns longest.

If you're planning for winter, our guide on how much firewood you need for winter explains how many bulk bags most homes use.