What Is a Thrown Cord

A loose thrown cord is just as it sounds, firewood tossed into a pile or container.

Is a cord of wood measured stacked or loose?

A stacked or standard cord6 is a measure of wood, bark and air: 4 feet wide, 4 feet high and 8 feet long, or its equivalent, containing 128 cubic feet when the wood is ranked and well stowed.

How big is a thrown cord?

A loose-thrown cord refers to a standard 8′ cord of wood that has been processed into cut and split firewood and thrown into a bin. Example: A standard cord that has been cut and split 16” when thrown into a truck will measure approximately 150 cu. ft. When stacked a 150 cu.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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