Firewood Cord Calculator
Buying or selling firewood by the “cord” only works if you can measure one. Enter your stack’s dimensions to see how many full cords and face cords it contains.
Firewood Cord Calculator
Why use the Firewood Cord Calculator
A “truckload” of firewood is often far less than a cord. This measures what you actually received.
How to get your numbers
- Stack the wood neatly first.
- Measure length, height and depth in feet.
- Compare to 128 cubic feet — a full cord.
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How to use it
- Stack the wood neatly and measure its length, height and depth in feet.
- Compare the result to a full cord (128 cubic feet).
- Beware “face cord” or “rick” pricing — depth varies and changes the value.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a cord of firewood?
A full cord is 128 cubic feet — a tightly stacked pile 4 ft high, 4 ft deep and 8 ft long.
What is a face cord?
A face cord is one row deep — 4 ft high by 8 ft long, but only as deep as the log length (often 16 inches, about a third of a full cord).
How do I avoid getting shorted on firewood?
Stack the delivered wood neatly and measure it yourself. Loose “truckload” piles almost always contain less than they appear.
How much does a cord of firewood weigh?
It varies widely by species and moisture — seasoned hardwood runs roughly 2,000–5,000 lbs per cord, softwoods less.
How long does a cord of firewood last?
It depends on how you heat — occasional fireplace use can stretch a cord across a winter, while primary wood heat may burn several cords.
What is a rick of firewood?
“Rick” is a regional term usually meaning a face cord — one 4×8 ft row, with depth set by the log length.
How should I stack firewood?
Off the ground, in a single or double row with gaps for airflow, in a sunny, breezy spot so it seasons and dries properly.
