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Kiln Dried Hornbeam Crate
Kiln Dried Hornbeam Crate
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Kiln Dried Hornbeam Crate

£280.00

£0.25/litre

  • Dense hardwood that burns longer and hotter than most firewood.

  • Low moisture content ensures easy lighting and clean combustion.

  • Ideal for wood stoves, open fires, and efficient overnight burning.
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DELIVERY

Crate Delivery Made Simple

Hornbeam crates are delivered on a full pallet via tail-lift lorry. Although it is technically a kerbside service, in most cases drivers will place the crate wherever you’d like it — as long as there is safe, flat access for the pallet truck. It’s rare they leave it at the kerb if access is clear.

Orders placed before the daily cut-off are dispatched the same working day; anything after will go the next working day. Delivery is next working day from dispatch. Your crate arrives fully stacked, secure, and burn-ready — no drying, no sorting, just straight into storage or the stove.

DESCRIPTION

Kiln-Dried Hornbeam Logs

Our hornbeam firewood is kiln-dried to below 20% moisture, giving you a hotter, cleaner burn with minimal smoke and residue.

High-Heat Hardwood

Hornbeam is a dense hardwood known for producing strong, long-lasting heat — ideal for keeping the fire going through colder evenings.

Steady, Reliable Flame

With low moisture and consistent density, hornbeam delivers a stable burn with less fuss, making it easy to maintain an even, dependable fire.

Full Crate Delivery

Crates are tightly packed and delivered on a pallet — giving you maximum volume, ready to stack and store.

KEY FEATURES

What You Get with our Oak Crate

Full-size crate (approx. 1.1m³ stacked hardwood)

High-heat hardwood with strong embers

Burns longer than birch, close to oak

Kiln-dried below 20% moisture

Low smoke and clean combustion

Dense “ironwood”-grade fibre for steady heat

Packed in a ventilated wooden crate

Delivered by tail-lift lorry (placed where access allows)

Hornbeam's Excellent Fire Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hornbeam a good wood for log burners?

Yes — hornbeam is an excellent hardwood for log burners. It burns hot, produces long-lasting embers, and works especially well in modern stoves thanks to its dense structure and low moisture content when kiln-dried.

How long does hornbeam wood last?

Hornbeam burns longer than softer woods like birch and produces a steady heat. It doesn't burn quite as long as oak, but still delivers extended burn times with strong embers that hold heat well.

Is oak the best firewood for long burns?

Oak is known for having one of the longest burn times of any hardwood. However, hornbeam is often seen as a strong alternative — it lights slightly easier and still gives a long, powerful burn with good ember retention.

Is hornbeam better than oak?

It depends on preference. Oak generally burns the longest, while hornbeam offers a great balance of long burn time, strong heat output, and easier ignition. Many regular stove users choose hornbeam for its intensity and reliability.

Is hornbeam right for my log burner?

Most modern wood-burning stoves handle hornbeam very well. Its dense structure and low moisture content make it suitable for consistent heating. If you use your burner regularly in winter, hornbeam is a strong, dependable choice.

How are log crates delivered, and how fast is delivery?

Crates are delivered on a pallet via tail-lift lorry. Although classed as kerbside delivery, drivers will usually place the crate where you want it if access is clear and flat. Orders placed before the daily cut-off are dispatched the same working day, and delivery is typically next working day from dispatch.

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