How we compare log stores

A good store is not the one with the longest feature list. It is the one whose usable capacity, weather protection and ventilation suit the site.

The criteria

We compare:

• usable internal capacity, calculated from internal dimensions where those dimensions are published;
• roof coverage, including overhang rather than roof material alone;
• floor clearance and drainage, because the bottom row is usually the first to suffer;
• open area, judged from slats, ends and the ability of air to cross the stack;
• access, including bay width, shelf position and whether older stock can be reached;
• materials and treatment, using the maker's published description;
• assembly demands, including base preparation and the need for additional fixings or treatment.

External width is not capacity. Decorative fascia is not weather protection. A quoted number of “logs” is not comparable unless log size is defined.

What we do not claim

We have not tested the products listed on comparison pages unless a page describes a specific, documented test. We do not convert retailer ratings into our own rating. Availability and specifications can change, so the maker's current page remains the final check before purchase.