What Does Ready to Burn Certified Mean?
When buying firewood or solid fuel, you may have seen the “Ready to Burn” logo on bags of logs, briquettes, and smokeless fuels — but what does it actually mean?
At Woodstock UK, we’re proud that our kiln-dried hardwood logs and other fuels carry the Ready to Burn certification, ensuring the highest quality, cleanest burn, and lowest environmental impact.
Let’s explore what this certification means — and why it matters for both you and the planet 🌍
🔥 What Does “Ready to Burn” Mean?
The Ready to Burn certification is part of a UK government-backed initiative introduced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and managed by Woodsure.
It guarantees that your firewood or solid fuel meets strict quality standards — most importantly, that the moisture content is below 20%.
This means the logs are properly dried, either through natural seasoning or in a kiln, ensuring they burn cleanly and efficiently without releasing unnecessary smoke or pollutants.
🌿 Why the UK Introduced “Ready to Burn”
In recent years, wood burning has become more popular but not all firewood is created equal.
Wet or unseasoned logs can release up to three times more smoke and harmful particles than dry wood, contributing to air pollution.
The Ready to Burn scheme was launched to:
Reduce air pollution from domestic fires
Encourage use of cleaner, more efficient fuels
Help consumers identify high-quality, safe firewood
Support environmental sustainability across the fuel industry
All legally sold firewood in England under 2m³ must now be Ready to Burn certified, showing the supplier’s Woodsure certification number.
💨 The Benefits for You
Choosing Ready to Burn certified logs from Woodstock UK means:
✅ Hotter fires, faster ignition
Dry logs light easily and produce more heat per log, giving you better value for money.
✅ Cleaner burning
Low-moisture wood produces less smoke, tar, and soot — keeping your flue, stove, or chimney cleaner for longer.
✅ Longer-lasting warmth
Kiln-dried logs burn more consistently, maintaining a steady temperature throughout your fire.
✅ Less mess, more efficiency
Reduced ash and residue mean less cleaning and more comfort.
✅ Compliant with UK regulations
You’re using a certified, legal fuel that supports cleaner air across the UK.
🌍 The Environmental Benefits
Burning Ready to Burn certified wood doesn’t just help your home it helps the planet too.
🌿 Lower emissions:
Dry wood produces far fewer particulates and pollutants, helping reduce local air pollution.
♻️ Sustainable sourcing:
Certified suppliers like Woodstock UK use responsibly sourced hardwood from managed forests.
🔥 Energy efficiency:
With more heat per log, less wood is needed for the same warmth reducing demand and waste.
💨 Supports the UK Clean Air Strategy:
By choosing certified wood, you’re actively contributing to national efforts for cleaner air and a healthier environment.
🪵 Why Woodstock UK is Proud to Be “Ready to Burn Certified”
At Woodstock UK, all our kiln-dried hardwood logs, eco fire logs, and smokeless fuels meet the Ready to Burn standard.
That means every product you buy is:
✅ Under 20% moisture
✅ Clean burning and efficient
✅ Sustainably sourced
✅ Delivered free nationwide
So whether you’re lighting your log burner in Cheshire or your open fire in Staffordshire, you can do so confidently knowing your fuel is clean, compliant, and environmentally responsible.
💬 Final Thoughts
The Ready to Burn certification isn’t just a label it’s your assurance of quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
When you choose Woodstock UK Ready to Burn logs, you’re choosing:
🔥 Cleaner air
🔥 Better heat
🔥 Longer-lasting fires
🔥 A healthier environment for all
👉 Order your Ready to Burn certified logs today at www.woodstockuk.com
or call 01270 482224 for fast, free nationwide delivery.
