A quarter cord of seasoned hardwood, 32 cubic feet, split and ready to burn. A tidy starter load for occasional fires and fireplace evenings through the season.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...
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How Much Firewood Do I Need?
For an average Gastonia winter, a half cord covers occasional use while a full cord suits homes relying on wood heat through the entire November to April stretch.
What is a 1/4 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
What is a 1/3 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
What is a 1/2 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
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About this firewood
A quarter cord of seasoned hardwood, 32 cubic feet, split and ready to burn. A tidy starter load for occasional fires and fireplace evenings through the season.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were o...
How Much Firewood Do I Need?
For an average Gastonia winter, a half cord covers occasional use while a full cord suits homes relying on wood heat through the entire November to April stretch.
What is a 1/4 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
What is a 1/3 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
What is a 1/2 Cord?
A full cord is a stacked pile of split firewood measuring 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long, about 128 cubic feet. Every size we sell is measured against that same standard. A full cord is 128 cubic feet, a half cord is 64, a third of a cord is 43, and a quarter cord is 32. When you compare prices, ask how many cubic feet you are getting. A stack sold as 4 feet high by 8 feet long looks the same from the front whether it is 4 feet deep or 16 inches deep, but the shallow one holds about a third as much wood.
We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering...
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We have always spread our own mulch for the past 24 years. This was our first time with the Mulch Mound - things I liked: they have online ordering and provide a digital receipt which means you can remember how much you ordered (I always forget for the next year!), they were on time, they were able to deliver in 48 hours, they were generous with the portion (we got 9 yards and it felt like a FULL nine yards!), the driver was polite! We have ordered from reputable places, and there is always a little trash in the mulch. The mulch we recv'd from Mulch Mound had barely any... we were pleasant surprised!!! Color was great! Not to mention - the price was competitive and LOWER than other mulch places around. We will use again !! Highly recommend! Thanks Mulch Mound!
While you are prepping for winter, check out our mulch and soil options from the same Gastonia delivery page to protect garden beds from our red clay soil before the frost sets in.
Stack your firewood off the ground on pallets or a rack, and keep it uncovered on the sides so air can move through the pile even though Gastonia's humidity is high. Cover only the top with a tarp to shed rain while leaving the ends open, which keeps already seasoned wood from reabsorbing moisture during our wetter winter stretches.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Oak and hickory burn longer and hotter, making them good choices for overnight fires, while red maple lights faster and works well for building a quick evening fire. Mixing species in your firebox lets you get a fast start from the maple and lasting coals from the oak or hickory.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Order your firewood well before the first frost typically arrives around November 6, since seasoned wood supply tightens once cold weather sets in across Gaston County. Buying early also gives any slightly less dry splits extra weeks to finish drying out on your property before you need them.
Wood Heat in Gastonia
Gastonia sits in growing zone 8a with a heating season that typically runs from early November through mid April, bookended by a first frost around November 6 and a last frost near April 15. That is nearly six months where a wood stove or fireplace can make a real difference in a Piedmont home. Our firewood is sourced from local hardwoods like oak, hickory, and red maple that grow right here in Gaston County. Because Gastonia summers are humid, freshly split wood needs a long, airy seasoning period before it burns clean, and we season ours through that stretch before it reaches your driveway. Burning properly seasoned local wood means less creosote buildup in your chimney and more heat for the cold snaps that follow our red clay soaked winters.
Local Hardwood Species
Expect dense regional hardwoods like oak, hickory, maple, and ash. These species burn longer and hotter than softwoods, which is what you want when a cold snap settles in and the stove runs all day.
Seasoning and Moisture
Firewood needs 6 to 12 months of drying before it burns well. Properly seasoned wood lights faster, throws more heat, and keeps creosote out of your chimney, which matters most in the coldest weeks of the year.
Buy Local, Burn Local
Firewood that travels long distances spreads invasive pests like the emerald ash borer. Our wood is cut and seasoned close to where it is delivered, which protects local trees and means fresher wood for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much firewood do I need to get through a Gastonia winter?
Most Gastonia households burning a few nights a week from November through mid April go through a half cord to a full cord. If your stove is a primary heat source rather than occasional ambiance, plan closer to a full cord or more given our roughly six month burn window.
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What does seasoned firewood actually mean, and why does it matter here?
Seasoned means the wood has dried down to a low enough moisture content to burn efficiently, usually after six months to a year of exposure to air. In our humid Piedmont climate, green wood holds onto moisture longer than in drier regions, so buying wood that is already seasoned saves you a smoky, low heat fire and a dirtier chimney.
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What kind of wood will I actually get delivered?
Expect a mix of oak, hickory, and red maple, all common hardwoods harvested from the Gaston County area. These species are dense, burn hot, and are well suited to the fireplaces and wood stoves found in typical Gastonia homes.
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Why does it matter that the firewood is sourced locally?
Firewood sourced near Gastonia stays within the local forest ecosystem instead of being trucked in from far away, which helps prevent the spread of invasive pests like the emerald ash borer. Buying local and burning local protects the hardwood stands throughout Gaston County for years to come.
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How does delivery to my house actually work?
You choose a cord size, schedule a delivery date, and our truck drops the wood loose in your driveway. We do not stack it, so plan to have a tarp or rack ready if you want it off the ground before the next rain.
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How is a cord measured, and what do your smaller sizes mean?
A full cord is 128 cubic feet, stacked 4 feet high by 4 feet deep by 8 feet long. Our quarter cord, third cord, and half cord are simply fractions of that same stacked volume, so a half cord is 64 cubic feet and a quarter cord is 32 cubic feet, letting you buy only what your fireplace or stove needs for the season.
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Is there anything I should know about local burn rules or air quality here?
Gaston County occasionally issues air quality advisories on stagnant winter days, so it is worth checking local notices before a burn on those days. Sticking to seasoned hardwood rather than green or wet wood also produces less visible smoke, which helps keep your fires within good neighbor practice.
