Why Larch Firewood Is a Sustainable Alternative to Hardwood
At Barochan Farm in Houston, Renfrewshire, we supply kiln dried larch firewood as a sustainable alternative to traditional hardwood logs.
Larch has become an important part of our firewood range due to its availability, performance and environmental benefits.
Locally sourced larch from Scotland
Our kiln dried larch logs are currently sourced from woodland just four miles from Barochan Farm.
Keeping sourcing local helps:
- Reduce transport emissions
- Support local forestry
- Maintain a consistent firewood supply
Why larch is more sustainable than hardwood
Hardwood trees take significantly longer to grow and are not planted in large volumes across Scotland. This makes high-quality hardwood increasingly limited.
Larch is:
- More readily available in Scotland
- Easier to source locally
- More sustainably harvested in the short term
This makes kiln dried larch a practical and sustainable firewood option.
How larch performs as firewood
Our kiln dried larch logs offer:
- Similar heat output to hardwood
- Easy lighting
- Strong, consistent flame
- Better value for money than hardwood
It burns efficiently when kiln dried, making it suitable for all types of wood burning stoves.
A smart alternative to hardwood
While hardwood remains a premium firewood option, larch provides a strong alternative that balances performance, sustainability and cost.
Don’t overlook larch—it performs surprisingly similar to hardwood.
At Barochan Farm, we are proud to supply both kiln dried hardwood and kiln dried larch across Renfrewshire and surrounding areas.
