Cord of Wood for Sale — Exactly How We Measure
What a cord really is, what a face cord isn’t, and how Ember Peak’s weight-based loads convert. No loose stacking tricks, ever.
Search cord of wood for sale near me and you’ll meet the firewood industry’s favourite ambiguity: two suppliers quoting “a cord” can deliver noticeably different piles. This page explains exactly what the measurement means, how Ember Peak sells wood, and how to convert between the two so you always know what you’re paying for.
What a Cord of Firewood Actually Is
In the United States, a full cord is legally defined as a stacked pile of 128 cubic feet — classically 4 feet high, 4 feet deep and 8 feet long. A face cord (sometimes called a rick) is a single row of the same length and height, typically one third of a full cord with standard 16-inch splits. Because pieces can be stacked tight, loose, or in giant rounds, volume alone invites disputes — which is why many states also require weight disclosure on bulk sales.
How Ember Peak Sells Firewood
We sell by weight — kilograms and tonnes on calibrated loader scales — because it’s the one measurement that can’t be fiddled with stacking style. A tonne of our seasoned ironbark occupies roughly two-thirds to three-quarters of a full cord when stacked, depending on piece size; every product page shows the approximate cord equivalent so you can compare offers fairly. Weight-based buying is also how our weight guarantee stays simple: what the scale says is what you get.
| Ember Peak Product | Weight | Approx. Cord Equivalent (stacked) |
|---|---|---|
| Ironbark bag | 20 kg | ~0.01 cord |
| Pickup scoop | 250 kg | ~0.15 cord |
| Half-tonne load | 500 kg | ~0.3 cord |
| One-tonne load | 1,000 kg | ~0.65–0.75 cord |
| Three-tonne load | 3,000 kg | ~2 cords |
Cord of Wood for Sale Near Me: How Much to Order
If you heat mainly with wood in a cold climate, think in cords: three to five per winter is a common planning figure for stove-heated homes, and our two-cord-equivalent three-tonne load is the popular choice in Leadville. Lighter users — an evening fireplace a few nights a week — get better value starting with a half-tonne or bags. And a note for readers comparing listings: “bush cord” is a Canadian term for the same 128-cubic-foot stack; you won’t need it on US pages, but now you know it’s not a different quantity.
However you size your order, insist on the same three things from any seller: a stated moisture standard, an honest measure, and a delivery window in writing. Ours are below 20%, on the scale, and 2–5 business days — see how delivery works or start with the bulk loads and seasoned hardwood behind them.
Cord of Firewood FAQs
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Is a face cord a full cord?
How many cords will I burn in a winter?
Why does Ember Peak sell by weight instead of cords?
Order by Weight, Not Wishful Stacking
Every load weighed on calibrated scales and guaranteed below 20% moisture.