Are there any additives in the logs?

Cape Cod Fire Logs are made from clean natural wood products without the use of chemical additives of any kind.

How are they made?

Our logs are made by forcing ground wood product through a press and a heated die. This heating and cooling process creates the unique shape and density of our firelogs.

Why are Cape Cod Fire Logs better than regular cordwood?

Pound-for-pound, Cape Cod Fire Logs burn three times longer and produce three times the heat of cordwood. They are cleaner-burning—emitting less carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases—and are insect-free, easier to store, and burn more evenly, without sparks.

Where can I burn Cape Cod Fire Logs?

Use our logs anywhere you would burn traditional cordwood wood— fireplaces, wood stoves, outdoor fire pits, chimineas, campfires, etc.

Are Cape Cod Fire Logs safe for a chimney?

Yes, Cape Cod Fire Logs burn clean and with almost none of the black smoke and creosote that is associated with wax-filled logs and cordwood.

Is it necessary to use a fireplace screen when burning Cape Cod Fire Logs?

Cape Cod Fire Logs produce none of the troublesome sparking that often occurs when burning cordwood. We always recommend that you follow the directions of your fire device manufacturer, however.

How long do they burn?

Pound for pound, our logs burn up to three times longer than cordwood.

What do they smell like?

Our logs have the aroma of burning wood—no chemical smell whatsoever.

Can I burn more than one at a time?

Yes. Once the logs are burning, additional logs may be added to enhance your fire.

Can I cook over Cape Cod Fire Logs?

Yes! Our logs are safe for cooking because they are made from 100% natural wood products. They contain no chemical additives.

How are Cape Cod Fire Logs different from other compressed-wood fuels?

Unlike many other convenience firelogs, Cape Cod Fire Logs contain no waxes, oils, glues, or paraffin or petroleum materials of any kind, which means you can use them the same way you’d use cordwood, but without the smoke and emissions. Compared with other manufactured firelogs, our logs provide a more natural fire experience: When burned, they emit no odor (except the smell of a natural wood fire) and very little smoke, produce fewer greenhouse gases and particulate emissions, and generate very little ash residue. In addition, their unique shape provides a more controlled burning experience.

Are Cape Cod Fire Logs hard to start?

Our logs can be lit easily using a single match. Each package of Cape Cod Fire Logs includes firestarters that are composed of compressed sawdust mixed with a bit of tree resin for easy ignition. Simply follow the instructions on the label, light the firestarter, and enjoy!

Where are Cape Cod Fire Logs made?

Our logs are made in the USA on Cape Cod.

What makes Cape Cod Fire Logs so environmentally friendly?

We make our logs from clean, unused wood material that would otherwise be trucked to landfill sites across America. The landfills emit harmful C02 and methane gas into the atmosphere. Cape Cod Fire Logs help to reduce demand on landfills, preserve our woodlands from use as firewood, and provide a cleaner burning alternative.

Have Cape Cod Fire Logs been tested for safety? Performance?

Yes. Our logs have undergone comprehensive testing by an independent entity (the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Fire Science Laboratory) and were found to be both safe and efficient. For further testing information, please visit the

Features & Benefits section of our web site.

What are the storage requirements?

We recommend storing Cape Cod Fire Logs in a dry place. Since they contain no chemicals, they can be stored safely inside without the offensive odor associated with wax-filled logs and without the mess and insects associated with cordwood.