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A rick of wood, also known as a face cord, is a stacked pile of firewood with specific dimensions that vary by region, and in this article, you’ll learn exactly how big it typically is and how it compares to other wood measurements.
Key takeaways:
- A rick of wood is a smaller version of a full cord.
- A rick is about 4 feet high and 8 feet long.
- A rick usually has varied log depths.
- A rick is often equivalent to a face cord.
- A full cord is much larger than a rick.
What Is a Rick of Firewood?
Picture this: you’re cozying up by the fireplace, but you’re wondering just how much wood you need. Enter the rick! A rick is like the cool cousin of a full cord of wood but less overwhelming. Think of it like this: a cord is essentially a gigantic cube of wood measuring 4 feet high, 4 feet deep, and 8 feet long. Huge, right?
Now, a rick is often just a single row of that massive wood pile. Typically, it’s 4 feet high and 8 feet long, but its depth can vary. This depends on the length of each log.
Still confused? Imagine lining up your shortest cousin and your tallest uncle side by side; that’s how logs in a rick can vary! So, surprise – there’s no universally fixed depth for a rick.
In many places, a “face cord” is a common term and is often the same thing as a rick. Translation? You won’t start a bonfire big enough to signal Mars if you order one.
How Much Is a Rick?
Picture a stack of firewood standing tall like a proud beaver’s dream home. Now, that’s your rick. Typically, it’s about 4 feet high and 8 feet long. Think: two Shaquille O’Neals lying side-by-side.
The missing piece of the puzzle is the depth, which is usually 16 inches, a perfect size to fit most fireplaces.
To put it bluntly: if your firewood stack looks like it’s auditioning for “America’s Next Top Timber Pile,” chances are it’s a rick.
Now, to visualize it better, think of three ricks fitting snugly into one full cord. So, remember: a cord is the Costco bulk buy, while a rick is the handy-dandy grab-and-go bundle.
Rick Vs Cord of Wood
Alright, so think of a rick as a cousin to the cord. They share the same last name (wood), but they’re a bit different in size and arrangement. A cord of wood is the overachiever, measuring up at a hefty 128 cubic feet when neatly stacked in a 4x4x8 foot pile.
Meanwhile, a rick of wood gets its specificity from the region you’re in. Typically, it means one stack of firewood cut to a standard length, usually 16 inches, standing 4 feet high and 8 feet long. It’s part of a full cord, roughly a third, give or take.
Visual learner? Imagine a cord as a full-grown Great Dane, while a rick is more like a boisterous Beagle. They both bring a lot of warmth and personality but come in different volumes. So there you have it: two members of the firewood family, each with their own distinctive size and charm.
