Sep 22, 2026
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Sep 22, 2026
TL;DR: A log rack cover reinforces the protection from moisture and pests your log rack already provides to help you better season wood for safe and efficient burning. Our Shelter® Deluxe Log Rack Covers are built from durable, weather-resistant polyester with secure zippers and grommets to keep your wood dry and ready to burn.
So, you've got your woodpile stacked neatly on a log rack. Whether it's one of ours or not, that's a smart move. A log rack keeps firewood off the ground, encourages proper seasoning, and helps fend off moisture and pests, all in one simple storage solution. You've even placed it 20 to 30 feet from your home, just like it's recommended.
Wood-burning season is looking good. That is, until it rains or snows.
Suddenly your carefully stacked, well-seasoned firewood is soaked through. So much for fending off moisture.
The fix? A log rack cover.
What Is a Log Rack Cover?
A log rack cover, sometimes called a firewood cover or firewood tarp, is a protective, weather-resistant shield designed to fit over an outdoor firewood storage rack. It's typically made from heavy-duty fabric or vinyl built to withstand sun, rain, snow, wind, and debris.
From appliances to accessories, our brand Shelter® produces everything you need to facilitate and enhance your wood burning experience — log rack covers included.
The Shelter Deluxe Log Rack Covers are constructed from durable woven polyester cloth that resists cracking and fading infused with a moisture barrier, giving your firewood an added layer of defense against the elements while still allowing airflow to keep logs seasoned and dry.
How Do Log Rack Covers Seal Out Moisture?
Most log rack covers rely on a combination of closures to stay put through wind and weather:
- Click-close straps
- Drawcords or elastic hems
- Zippers
- Hook-and-loop tabs
Shelter covers use rust-resistant side zippers along the front corner edges, so the front flap opens for easy access to your firewood and closes securely when you're done. Reinforced metal grommets and bungee rope anchor the cover in place, keeping your logs protected in any season — even when high winds would otherwise send the cover flying.
What Sizes Are Available?
If you have a standard log rack, chances are, there's a cover that fits it. Most log racks range from 4’ to 8' in length. Shelter offers covers for four rack sizes:
|
Log Rack Model |
Dimensions |
|
Small Log Rack (SLRS) |
28" x 12" x 33" |
|
Patio Log Rack (SLRP) |
45" x 13" x 33" |
|
Medium Log Rack (SLRM) |
45" x 13" x 45" |
|
Extra Large Log Rack (SLRXL) |
96" x 13" x 45" |
Why Should You Get a Log Rack Cover?
Shelter log rack covers are built to work as hard as your firewood storage does:
- Durable woven polyester fabric resists fading and cracking
- Two rust-resistant side zippers allow easy access to firewood
- Reinforced metal grommets keep the cover secure against high winds
- 1-year limited warranty backed by our satisfaction guarantee
Paired with the job your log rack is already doing, a log rack cover is an add-on that finishes the job your rack started.
Log Rack Cover FAQs
Do I really need a cover if I already have a log rack?
Yes. A log rack keeps wood off the ground and improves airflow, but it doesn't fully shield your firewood from rain, snow, or direct sun. A cover adds that missing layer of weather protection.
Will a cover trap moisture instead of blocking it?
Not if it's designed correctly. Shelter's covers use breathable, moisture-barrier fabric and side zippers so air can still circulate, which helps wood season instead of sealing in humidity.
How do I know what size cover I need?
Measure your log rack's length, width, and height, then match it to the closest size. Shelter covers are sized specifically for our Small, Medium, Patio, and Extra Large log racks.
Ready to protect your firewood investment?
Be sure to check out our log rack buyer’s guide — also on the Learning Center — to find the right rack and cover combination.
You can find them online or at a store near you using our website’s built-in Product Locator, or you can check out the lineup of log racks and covers on Amazon.
