Buy Mopane – the best wood for fire pits

Great for your fire pit, BBQ, fireplace, pizza oven and great for your braai

Few things in life are as relaxing as sitting around a roaring fire pit, roasting marshmallows, and telling stories. And with the popularity of fire pits, you don’t even have to leave your backyard to enjoy the experience. Mopane wood is a great fuel source for fire pits because it is affordable, easy to find, and creates a beautiful flame that will add ambience to any fire pit. Our wood also has a unique smell that will enhance the flavour of your grilled meats and vegetables.

If you’re looking for the perfect wood for your next fire pit gathering, read on for some tips on buying suitable Mopane wood and making sure your flames are burning bright.

What are Mopane logs and why is it the best log for your fire pits

Logs from Mopane are the best wood for fire pits because it is affordable, easy to find and create a beautiful flame that will add ambience to any gathering. Mopane wood also has a unique smell (much more flavorful than kiln-dried wood) that will enhance the flavour of your grilled meats and vegetables.

This naturally seasoned wood (not the kiln drying process) for fire pits comes from the Colophospermum mopane tree, which is found in South Africa. The wood is dense and heavy, making it an excellent choice for firepits. Mopane is known for its clean burn and high heat output, making it perfect for grilling and smoking meats and vegetables.

Roasting your marshmallow with mopane wood for fire pits

The Benefits of using Mopane (naturally seasoned wood) firewood logs for your fire pits

There are many benefits to using Mopane logs as a fuel source for open fire, fire pits.

The Pleasant Smell

When you light a fire with Mopane logs, the pleasant smell of the wood will fill the air and add to the ambience of your gathering

No Black Smoke

Mopane logs are naturally seasoned which means its been naturally dried baking in the African sun (unlike kiln-dried logs). This means Mopane logs will burn cleaner for longer with much less smoke. It also produces a lot less ash so for your fire pit it means much less cleaning afterwards

Maximum Heat within 40 mins

Unlike woods that have gone through the Kiln dried (kiln-dried logs) process, Mopane logs (naturally seasoned woods) produce maximum heat within 40 mins which means you will have a roaring firepit within no time.

Environmentally friendly Open firewood

But perhaps the best benefit of wood is that it is a renewable resource. Unlike petroleum-based fuels, wood can be replenished quickly and easily, making it a more sustainable option for your next firepit gathering.

So if you’re looking for an affordable, easy-to-find, and sustainable fuel source for your next firepit gathering, wood is a perfect choice!

How to buy the best Mopane logs for your fire pit

Our Mopane is available on our shop page (10kg and 30kg box).

Be sure to measure the size of your firepit before buying wood. This will help you to purchase the right amount of wood and avoid running out mid-gathering.

Dry Mopane wood for fire pits, pizza ovens and bbq

The different types of wood that are the best logs for fire pits

When choosing wood for your firepit, it’s important to choose a type that is both affordable and easy to find. We prefer our selection of South African hardwood logs :

Rooikrans wood  |  Sekelbos wood  |  Kameeldoring  |  Mopane Wood

Each of these woods will create a beautiful flame that will add ambience to any gathering.

People braaing with Mopane Wood for fire pits

How to store Mopane logs (seasoned hardwood) so that it is ready when you need it

More is better

When you purchase Mopane wood for your firepit, be sure to buy more than you think you will need. This will ensure that you have enough wood to last through your entire gathering, and it will also help to keep the price per pound down.

Mopane logs are best used dry in your fire pit

Once you get home, be sure to store your Mopane logs in a dry place where it will not be exposed to the elements. If possible, store your Mopane logs in a covered area such as a garage or shed. This will help to protect the Mopane logs from rain and snow, and it will also prevent the wood from becoming wet.

If you do not have access to a covered area, be sure to stack the wood in an open area that is protected from the wind. This will help to prevent the wood from becoming wet and damaged.

If you follow these simple tips, you’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful flames of a wood-burning firepit for many years to come!

The proper way to light a fire in a wood-burning pit

Gather some tinder and kindling (small logs)

To light a fire using Mopane logs, you’ll need to gather some tinder, kindling, and fuel wood. The tinder will be the smallest piece of wood that you use to start the fire, while the kindling will be larger pieces that will help the fire get going. The fuel wood will be the largest piece of wood that you use to keep the fire going.

Start with the tinder

Once you have all of your wood gathered, it’s time to start building the fire. First, place the tinder in the middle of your firepit. Then, place the kindling around the tinder in a teepee formation. Finally, place the fuel wood around the kindling in a similar formation.

Lighting your fire and wait for the nice smell – add more logs

Now it’s time to light the fire. Use a match or lighter to light the tinder, and then let the kindling catch fire. Once the kindling is burning well, you can start adding larger pieces of Mopane wood to keep the fire going. Be sure to monitor the fire closely and add more wood as needed to keep it burning safely and efficiently.

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When choosing wood for your fire pit, it’s important to choose a type that is both affordable and easy to find. South African hardwoods like Mopane make an excellent choice because they are low moisture content woods which create less smoke and have a longer burn time. They are available from our shop online and delivered to your doorstep anywhere in the United Kingdom.

With proper care, Mopane logs will last for many years and provide you with countless hours of enjoyment. So go ahead and enjoy the unique flavour of Mopane wood in your next firepit gathering!