There was a time when firewood in Ireland was thought of simply as something you gathered, stacked, and burned. Today, it has become part of a much bigger conversation — about energy, sustainability, and how we heat our homes in a changing world.
In Ireland, more than 400,000 households still rely on solid fuels for heat. For many, that means logs in a stove or an open fire. But the way people choose their fuel has changed. Kiln-dried firewood is now the standard for anyone who wants to get the best from their stove. With a moisture content below 20%, these logs burn hotter, cleaner, and more efficiently. Less smoke, less tar, and more warmth from every piece.
There is also a cultural side to firewood in Ireland. Ask anyone what makes a winter evening feel truly cosy, and chances are the answer will include the glow of a real fire. It’s more than heat — it’s atmosphere, tradition, and comfort. That explains why demand for crates and pallets of wood has risen year after year, even as other heating technologies expand.
At the same time, new fuels are appearing alongside traditional logs. Wood briquettes and pellets are gaining popularity for their consistency and convenience. They pack energy densely, burn evenly, and offer households another way to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
And of course, sustainability has become central. Customers want to know where their firewood comes from, how it was harvested, and whether it supports healthy forests. Regulations such as the new European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) underline this shift, making it clear that the future of firewood is not just about warmth, but also about responsibility.
For Irish households, the message is simple:
wood fuel is here to stay, but the way we use it is evolving. From modern stoves with 80% efficiency to bulk deliveries of kiln-dried logs, the firewood market is adapting to the needs of homes that want both comfort and conscience.
At The OneStopFuel, we see this change every day. Customers are no longer just asking “How much?” — they are asking about moisture content, sustainability, and reliability. And that is a positive sign. It means the humble firewood log, once seen as just a simple fuel, is now part of Ireland’s journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable future.