Absolutely not! The Holz Hausen technique can keep wood free of mold if used in the right way. As we explain from the Firewood Storage Method page, it is important to start by choosing the right location.

For example, if the pile is on a surface that allows water to drain properly, such as asphalt, sand, gravel or some other structure (for example, one of our customers uses old wooden pallets as a base for his pile), the wood will be preserved very well. However, if the pile is mounted on organic material such as grass or soil, in that case, yes, some bottom logs may potentially carry the risk of mold, as this is how nature works.

Finally, GoRound wood covers also have a bottom mesh that allows water to drain away, ensuring optimal wood drying.

A tarp does not quite address the same issues as our GoRound wood cover for many reasons:

• $10 tarps are not always made of materials that can withstand all kinds of weather, including our harsh North American winters. GoRound wood covers are made with materials that are resistant to both extreme cold and UV.
• Tarps do not have straps with clips designed to hold the wood cover securely to the wood pile. It is therefore necessary to purchase cords and other materials that are not stitched to the cover. This is especially important to consider for high winds.
• Tarps do not have top vents for better air flow and to help prevent mold and mildew caused by moisture accumulation.
• They do not have a mesh base to effectively drain the water and keep the wood protected from humidity, thus ensuring optimal drying.
• Tarps are offered in square or rectangular format, therefore less adapted for the Holz Hausen circular stacking method.

GoRound wood covers are designed to specifically address all of these issues.

We have deliberately designed our covers with this length for two reasons:

#1 - To ensure optimal drying of the wood. 

Because two elements allow the wood to dry: the sun and the wind. If there is no air flow through the logs, they won't dry properly. So, with this design, air can easily circulate through your wood pile.

#2 - It makes it easier to access your wood.

From a functional point of view, having too much fabric is problematic, because it does not allow you to easily access your firewood all year round.

Yes, absolutely! The bottom mesh is used as a guiding permieter to properly stack your firewood and clip it with the top cover to keep it safe during high winds.