A self-built log store can be tailored exactly to your available space and offers an individual look as well as optimal ventilation for dry wood.
Build your own wood shelter
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The Firewood Shelter with ALUSTECK®
Anyone who wants their wood dry for the fireplace in winter needs a suitable wood shed. Aluminium is the ideal building material here, as it is much more durable than a wooden construction. Additionally, you can even integrate a PV system with a solar panel on the roof.
A custom-sized wood shed with the ALUSTECK® modular system is very easy to build yourself with little effort.
Construction details
Plug-in system construction
Integrated adjustable feet for fixing
Support grid for the wood
Rivet the cladding
At ALUSTECK®, you order the material for your project like a kit, directly configured to your desired dimensions:
ALUSTECK® - It's that simple
Building your own custom firewood shed with ALUSTECK® offers you the ideal opportunity to create a log store that perfectly fits your local conditions.
Furthermore, aluminum is more durable than wood, as it does not rot.
Products for your construction
The aluminum plug-in system, consisting of aluminum profiles that are delivered directly to your desired dimensions, and connectors, enables you to build your wooden shelter yourself in any size and design.
- Up to 30%
discount - Professional
quality - Modular system
lightweight aluminium - Cutting
to size - Personal
contact - Affordable &
secure shipping
The ALUSTECK® wood shelter is fully designed for durability. In combination with general-purpose building panels, it is not only visually appealing, but, unlike wood, it does not rot and can easily protect your wood for years.
Guide: Step-by-step build a wood shed
This DIY wood shed building instruction guides you step by step through what you need to consider during planning and construction. The structure is assembled very simply using plug connections. Subsequently, the frame is then only clad according to your ideas.
This firewood shed also offers the possibility to additionally mount a PV system with solar panels on the roof.
Overall dimensions of this construction example: 1201mm x 800mm
With this shelter for the garden, your firewood is well protected from wetness and moisture, and at the same time the wood is ventilated from all sides. This simple firewood shelter building instruction helps you step by step how to easily build a custom shelter with ALUSTECK®. You can easily adapt the dimensions to your ideas. The amount of material depends on the width of the planned firewood storage.
- 1. Firewood shelter parts list
- 2. Assemble the base structure
- 3. Assemble the roof structure
- 4. Join base and roof structures
- 5. Support struts for the cladding
- 6. Attach the cladding
Required parts list / materials for the firewood shelter
ALUSTECK® profiles
Item | Name | Variant | Item no. | Quantity |
1 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 1151 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
2 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 1500 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
3 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 1361 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
4 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 740 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
5 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 733 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
6 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 750 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 2 |
7 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 563 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 4 |
8 | Aluminum profile without web 25 x 25 mm | Length: 553 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-V25-SI | 8 |
9 | Aluminum profile 1 web 20 mm flush 25 x 25 mm | Length: 750 mm, Surface: anodised, Cutting diagram: A | R-ST-A-SI | 1 |
ALUSTECK® connectors & accessories
Item | Name | Variant | Item no. | Quantity |
10 | Right angle 1 outlet 25x25 mm | grey with steel core and thread M8 | 3D3V25KS-M8-RAL7035 | 4 |
11 | T-piece | grey with steel core | 2D3V25KS-RAL7035 | 2 |
12 | Flange with spigot | grey | 1D1V25K-FLANSCH-R7035 | 20 |
13 | Joint connector 45 to 195 degrees swivelling 1 outlet | grey | 3D3V25K-GELENK-RAL7035 | 4 |
14 | Levelling foot M8 | THS50M8X50-S-MB | 4 |
Build it yourself step by step
Step 1: Assemble floor construction
Article for this work step:
2 x Pos. 6 | 4 x Pos. 7 | 8 x Pos. 8 | 1 x Pos. 9 | 4 x Pos. 10 | 2 x Pos. 11 | 4 x Pos. 14
You start the construction with the base structure. First, connect the aluminum profile with web (Pos. 9) with 2 x T-piece (Pos. 11). The profile with web later serves as an additional support for the construction, which is why it is aligned with the floor. Then, attach 2 x Right Angle (Pos. 10) to each of the two aluminum profiles (Pos. 6), before attaching the 4 x aluminum profiles (Pos. 7) to the Right Angles. Now you can assemble the individual parts of the construction. Subsequently, the four adjustable feet can be screwed in at the height of the supporting profile with web. Finally, you can now screw 8 x the aluminum profile (Pos. 8) using 16 x flange with pin (Pos. 12) as a storage surface.
Step 2: Assemble roof structure
Article for this work step:
2 x Pos. 1 | 2 x Pos. 5 | 4 x Pos. 13
After the base structure has been assembled in step 1, the roof structure is first put together. For this, 2x joint connectors (Pos. 13) are first fitted onto 2x aluminum profiles (Pos. 5) respectively, before the frame can be completed by connecting it with the two aluminum profiles (Pos. 1). Since the base structure and roof structure are now complete, they can be connected in the next step using the middle elements.
Step 3: Connect floor and roof construction with central element
Article for this work step:
2 x Pos. 2 | 2 x Pos. 3
Now the middle elements in the form of 2 x Pos. 3 and 2 x Pos. 2 can be attached to the base element. It is important that the shorter aluminum profiles (Pos. 3) are attached to the front and the longer aluminum profiles (Pos. 2) to the back. Before the profiles are fully attached, the roof construction is first attached.
The roof construction can be attached to the middle elements from above, and pressure can thus be applied to the roof construction with a plastic hammer, so that the elements connect completely.
Step 4: Mount support struts for the fairing
Item for this work step:
2 x Pos. 2 | 2 x Pos. 3
2 x flanges with spigot (item 12) are each slipped onto the two aluminum profiles (item 4). Subsequently, these can be screwed above the front middle elements (item 3) between the front and rear middle elements (item 2).
Step 5: Attach trim
Even though there is design freedom in the choice of cladding, it cannot be omitted due to the static stability of the construction. In this case, we recommend all-purpose building panels, which have been cut to size either by yourself or directly at the hardware store. The panels must be pre-drilled 4mm and then fastened with self-tapping screws (Self-tapping screw 3.9x19mm Phillips with countersunk head) or same-colored rivets to the aluminum profiles. Self-tapping screws, as well as the rest of the materials (except for cladding), are available in our online shop.
TIP: When using self-tapping screws, these can also be hidden by screw cover caps.
Customization Options
You can clad the wooden shelter with a variety of materials. For example, materials such as multiplex panels, wood-based materials with weather-resistant properties, WPC decking, HPL, or multi-purpose panels are suitable here.
When using wood-based materials, you should make sure to seal them with weather protection paints or glazes for outdoor use.
Pro-Tip: Furniture Connectors
To attach the cladding, you can use our practical angle connector for furniture construction made of plastic (Item No.: 262.55.550) in conjunction with self-tapping 3.5x13mm drilling screws (Item No.: AS02113513).
Also possible as a photovoltaic system with solar panel
The wooden shelter offers you the ideal opportunity to integrate your solar modules as the roof of the construction.
With the 2-in-1 solution, you not only save money but also have an extremely self-sufficient construction. The construction is very stable and durable due to the high-quality aluminum profiles.
Please note
When constructing, you should ensure that the wooden shelter has a southern orientation so that you can achieve maximum light yield. If the wooden shelter is built freestanding, you will thus generate the maximum yield.
However, the yield is also worthwhile if your shelter, together with the solar module, finds its place on the house wall. The yield may be slightly lower, but especially in cases of limited space and lack of options, this method is extremely interesting.
Mounting of the solar modules
Tip: The mounting of the solar modules on the wooden shed can be implemented using various methods. If the solar module has designated areas for this purpose, it can be screwed to the aluminum profiles. Otherwise, it can be attached to the aluminum profiles using clamp fixation.
What to consider when building a firewood shelter
The correct planning of your wood shed is important to store your firewood properly. Therefore, you should consider some criteria during planning, which are listed below.
The right location
Choosing the right location for the shelter can be crucial for protection against moisture. The open side of the wood shelter should ideally be oriented towards south/south-east.
Firstly, Germany experiences a westerly wind weather pattern, which means that rainfall mostly comes from a westerly direction; furthermore, solar radiation is highest in the south, allowing the wood to dry better. With a south/south-east orientation, your firewood is well protected from moisture and the sun's rays dry the wood.
The Foundation
Tip: If you do not build your shelter on a solid ground, you must first create a point foundation so that the structure does not sink.
Firewood shed with or without a back wall?
Even if you build the wood shed against the south wall of your house, you should integrate a back wall for static reasons. Even for a freestanding firewood shed, a back wall is absolutely necessary to optimally protect the wood from moisture and precipitation.
Ventilation
To prevent the firewood from molding and to allow moisture to optimally escape from the wood, good ventilation is important. You can achieve this through ventilation slots and holes in the back and side walls. Additionally, you should leave some space for air at the top edge of the walls.
Likewise, the wood should not lie directly on the ground, so that air can also circulate underneath the wood.
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Ground clearance
Tip: To allow air to circulate under your wood, you should ensure that the construction finishes with a storage surface that is not in direct contact with the ground.
Do you need a building permit for your wood shed?
Normally, you do not need a building permit for a simple wood shed. However, depending on the size, this may still be the case. Furthermore, regulations differ from region to region, so to be sure that you do not need a building permit, it is best to inquire with the responsible building authority.
Products for the wood shed
Easily configure materials for your kit online!
Connector 25×25 Right Angle 25x25mm Connector Square Tube Right angle €2.86*
Variants off €2.57*
From €2.57*
Adjustable foot Swivel castor with brake / Ø 50mm Appliance castor Castor with brake Ø50mm
€4.95*
€4.95*
Connector 25×25 Swivel Joint Connector, 45 to 195 Degrees Adjustable, 25x25mm Push-fit Connector for Square Tube Swivel connector 45–195° €4.16*
Variants off €3.78*
From €3.78*
Online cutting service:
Profiles cut to size! 955mm
Profiles cut to size! 955mm
How uniquely our customers build:
FAQ: Build your own firewood shelter
Thanks to the high-quality ALUSTECK® aluminium profiles, the log store is weatherproof, stable and durable – perfect for outdoor use.
Yes, with the modular ALUSTECK® system you can flexibly adjust the size, height and depth of your log store and extend it at any time.
You can use various materials such as wooden slats, metal sheets or plastic panels to ensure optimal air circulation and protection from the weather.
An air-permeable construction, sufficient distance from the ground and a sloping cover ensure that the wood stays dry.
In most cases not, but depending on the size and location you should check with your local council about any regulations.
The size depends on how much firewood you want to store – as a rough guide, around 1.5 m in height and 2 m in width are suitable for typical household needs.
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All projects and information are for inspiration only. We do not provide any legally binding information regarding construction and implementation. All constructions you undertake with ALUSTECK® are your responsibility. Please check your construction yourself for statics and correctness.
For the information mentioned above, ALUSTECK® assumes no liability or warranty for the correctness of the construction, for statics and the usual wear and tear of the goods, as well as defects or damages of any kind arising from incorrect application or negligent handling or operation or extraordinary use.
