💰 How much does it cost to heat your home with firewood in Mallorca (and how to calculate it) 🔥

💡 Is it worth doing the maths before you fill the wood store?

Lighting the fireplace or wood-burning stove in winter is not only about comfort – it can also be a way to save money compared to other heating systems if you use it properly.
But to make good decisions, it really helps to know how much per month it might cost to heat your home with firewood in Mallorca.

In this guide we’ll look at:

What your final cost really depends on.
Approximate monthly spending for different types of homes and usage.
How you can calculate your own cost in 2 simple steps.

👉 If you’re still not sure how much firewood you need for the whole winter, we recommend reading how to choose the ideal amount of firewood for your fireplace or stove.

🧱 Key factors that affect the cost of heating with firewood

Your monthly cost doesn’t just depend on the price per tonne. There are several key factors:

Size and insulation of the house
A large, poorly insulated house will need much more firewood than a small, well-sealed flat.
Hours of use per day
It’s not the same to light the fireplace for a couple of hours in the evening as having it on all day.
Days per week you use it
Some families only use it at weekends, while others rely on it as their main heating system.
Type of appliance
- Open fireplaces lose a lot of heat through the flue.
- Closed stoves and inserts/cassettes are much more efficient.
Type of firewood and how dry it is
Holm oak, olive and almond wood that is properly seasoned gives more heat and lasts longer.
👉 If you want to compare firewood types, check the main types of firewood for fireplaces in Mallorca.
Firewood price at the time of purchase
Prices can vary depending on the season and the format.
👉 For an up-to-date reference, see our firewood price guide for Mallorca.

🧮 Step 1 – Estimate how much firewood you use per month

First we need a rough idea of how much firewood you’ll use over the whole cold season.
In Mallorca, people typically talk about 3 to 4 months of heavy use (roughly November to February).

Based on the experience of many customers, these approximate consumption figures per season are useful:

Type of use	Type of home / appliance	Seasonal consumption
Weekends only	Small flat or house, closed fireplace	0.8 – 1.2 tonnes
3–4 days per week	80–100 m² house, stove or insert	1.5 – 2 tonnes
Daily use	100–120 m² house, wood stove	2 – 3 tonnes
Large, poorly insulated home	150+ m² home	3+ tonnes

To get the monthly consumption, simply divide by the number of months you use it.
For example, if you use 2 tonnes from November to February (4 months):
2 tonnes ÷ 4 months = 0.5 tonnes/month.

👉 If you want to fine-tune this based on your specific fireplace or stove, this guide on firewood quantity by appliance type will help a lot.

💶 Step 2 – Multiply by the price of firewood

Once you have an idea of your monthly consumption, the next step is to multiply it by the price per tonne (or per pallet/sack, depending on how you buy).

To keep things simple, we’ll use a realistic reference price:

Let’s assume the firewood you use costs €250/tonne (example value).
Your actual numbers may vary: check our price guide or ask us for an updated quote.

If your consumption is 0.5 tonnes per month:

0.5 tonnes × €250/tonne = €125/month

And if you use 0.75 tonnes per month:

0.75 tonnes × €250/tonne ≈ €190/month

The key is to combine a good firewood price with optimised consumption by using your fireplace or stove correctly.

📊 Real-life example monthly costs

Let’s look at three typical cases in Mallorca using the €250/tonne example so you can get a feel for the range.

1️⃣ 80 m² flat, 3–4 evenings a week

Closed fireplace or insert.
Season from November to February (4 months).
Approximate consumption: 1.5 tonnes per season.

Monthly calculation:

1.5 tonnes ÷ 4 months = 0.375 tonnes/month
0.375 × €250 ≈ €95/month

👉 Ideal for families who don’t want the electric heating on all day, but still want warmth and a cosy atmosphere in the living room.

2️⃣ 100–120 m² house, daily use

Wood-burning stove or insert as the main heating system.
Heavy-use season of 4 months.
Approximate consumption: 2.5 tonnes per season.

Monthly calculation:

2.5 tonnes ÷ 4 months = 0.625 tonnes/month
0.625 × €250 ≈ €155/month

👉 In this case the fireplace is no longer just for “ambience” – it becomes a key piece to keep the whole house warm without relying so much on electricity.

3️⃣ Large, slightly poorly insulated house, heavy use

More than 150 m², high ceilings or old village house.
Daily use for several hours.
Approximate consumption: 3.5 tonnes per season.

Monthly calculation:

3.5 tonnes ÷ 4 months = 0.875 tonnes/month
0.875 × €250 ≈ €220/month

👉 In this type of home it’s especially important to choose the right firewood and review the insulation so you’re not losing all the heat through doors and windows.

🪵 How to reduce your bill by using firewood properly

Beyond the price per tonne, lots of small details can make a big difference to your final bill:

✅ Always use dry, well-stored firewood

Wet firewood:

Gives less heat.
Produces more smoke.
Makes your chimney dirtier (more money spent on cleaning).

If you want to understand this better, take a look at why using dry firewood is so important and avoid the most common storage mistakes.

🔥 Get more heat out of every log

Small adjustments can help the same amount of firewood produce more heat:

Position logs and embers correctly.
Control the flue and air inlets.
Close the stove at the right time.

You’ll find more practical tips in how to get the maximum heat out of your firewood.

🧪 Mix different woods to optimise consumption

A good strategy is to combine:

Soft woods to get the fire going quickly.
Hard woods (holm oak, almond, olive) to keep embers glowing for hours.

If you’re not sure what suits your home best, this guide to choosing the best firewood for your fireplace or stove will help.

⚖️ Is it cheaper than other heating systems?

Every case is different, but many Leñas Muntaner customers tell us that:

Firewood helps them control their spending better (they buy for the season and that’s it).
The feeling of warmth is more pleasant and stable than just using air conditioning.
They combine the fireplace with other options (heat pumps, radiators) to balance comfort and bills.

If you want to go deeper into saving money, you might like this guide on saving on heating by using your fireplace correctly.

📅 Want help doing the maths for your own home?

All the examples in this article are approximate, designed to give you a quick idea.
If you’d like a more accurate estimate for your specific situation, Leñas Muntaner can advise you based on:

Type and size of your home (m²).
How you really use your fireplace or stove.
The kind of firewood you prefer (holm oak, olive, almond…).

This way you can calmly decide how much firewood to order and what your approximate monthly cost could be for winter in Mallorca 🏡🔥.

✅ Conclusion

Heating your home with firewood in Mallorca can be comfortable, cosy and cost-effective, as long as:

You know how much firewood you really use.
You’re clear on the price per tonne or format.
You optimise how you use your fireplace or stove to get the most out of every log.

Take your time to run the numbers, plan your season properly and, if you need a hand, Leñas Muntaner will be happy to help you find the best option for your home 💛🪵🔥.

💰 How much does it cost to heat your home with firewood in Mallorca (and how to calculate it) 🔥

💡 Is it worth doing the maths before you fill the wood store?

🧱 Key factors that affect the cost of heating with firewood

🧮 Step 1 – Estimate how much firewood you use per month

💶 Step 2 – Multiply by the price of firewood