Heat Logs

Best Heat Logs on the Market

When it comes to finding the best heat logs for your stove, fire pit or open fire, look no further than Homefire. Our premium compressed logs are engineered for performance, delivering consistent, high heat output with an attractive flame and minimal ash. Whether you're using a wood burner, multi-fuel stove, or open fireplace, our wood-burner logs are a reliable, low-moisture fuel that burns cleaner and hotter than traditional firewood.

Homefire's composite fire logs are made from responsibly sourced wood waste, compressed into dense, uniform shapes that are easy to store, handle, and ignite. These long-burning logs provide sustained warmth for hours, making them perfect for cosy evenings or off-grid heating.

Heat Logs FAQs

Which Heat Logs are right for me?

Homefire offers a range of heat logs to suit different heating needs and lifestyles. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the right product:

  • Homefire Heat Logs (Shimada) - These premium, ultra-dense compressed logs are designed for high performance in wood burners and multi-fuel stoves. Made using the advanced Shimada extrusion process, they deliver intense, long-lasting heat with minimal ash, ideal for those who want long-burning logs with maximum efficiency.
  • Homefire Instant Light Fire Logs (x10) - Need a fire in a hurry? These instant light logs are wrapped in easy-to-light packaging that ignites in seconds. No firelighters or kindling required, just light the wrapper. Great for open fires and situations where convenience is key. 
  • Eco Fire Logs - Made entirely from recycled, renewable sawdust and wood shavings, these eco-friendly fire logs are a great sustainable choice. They burn with a bright flame and are suitable for use in most appliances. A solid everyday choice for households seeking clean-burning, reliable heat with an environmental edge.
  • Homefire Coffee Logs - A unique, sustainable alternative made from recycled coffee grounds. These coffee briquettes burn 20% hotter and longer than kiln-dried wood, making them excellent long-burning logs for wood burners and stoves. If you're looking for innovative, high-performance wood-burner logs with a sustainable twist, this is the option for you.

What are heat logs?

Heat logs are highly compressed fuel blocks made from dried, recycled wood waste (sawdust and shavings), designed as an eco-friendly, high-efficiency alternative to traditional firewood. They have very low moisture content (often under 10%), producing significantly more heat, less smoke, and less ash than traditional logs.

How long do heat logs burn for?

At Homefire, our heat logs typically burn for 2 to 3 hours, offering a longer, more consistent burn than traditional, less dense firewood. Their duration depends on the specific type of stove and the amount of air allowed in.

Can you use heat logs in a wood burner?

Yes, heat logs are excellent for use in wood burners, offering a high-heat, low-smoke alternative to traditional firewood. Because they are ultra-dry (often 10% moisture and below), they burn hotter, longer, and produce less ash than seasoned wood. However, they expand significantly while burning, so it is recommended to use fewer at a time and break them up.

How to light heat logs?

Lighting heat logs requires a dry, well-ventilated space, with the best method being a "top-down" approach. Start by placing 1-2 heat logs at the base, stacking kindling in a crisscross fashion on top, and placing firelighters at the top to burn downwards, ensuring air vents are fully open.

Are heat logs better than wood?

It depends on what you’re looking for. Homefire Heat Logs offer superior efficiency, higher heat output, and longer burn times compared to traditional wood, thanks to their ultra-dry, compressed construction. They’re also more eco-friendly, often made from recycled wood and designed to help reduce your carbon footprint 

But if you prize the natural look, scent, and flame aesthetic of traditional firewood, kiln-dried logs deliver that authentic experience and still perform well