How to Make Newspaper Logs

Newspaper Section Logs

Collect your newspapers. A large pile from a week or two's reading should be a good start.

Divide the newspapers up into sections. Each section should be folded to the size of half a page.

Fill a tub of water. Add a tablespoon of detergent to the water and mix gently.

[ Soak each folded section in the tub of water.

Remove the sections carefully and lay down on a clean surface.

Roll each section individually on the rod and squeeze out any excess water.

Slide each roll off the rod. Stand each roll on one end and leave to dry thoroughly.

Store. Once thoroughly dry, the newspaper logs are ready for use. They should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated area.

Whole newspaper logs

Roll 12 newspapers up tightly into a log shape.

Tie each end of the log with string.

Soak the log in water for two to three days.

Leave to drain for two to three days.

Use on a fire that is burning well. These logs will still be damp and this helps them to burn more slowly, giving off a steady heat.

Newspaper Brick Logs

Obtain a newspaper brick maker. You will need a newspaper brick maker for this or create your own press with some wood.

Collect old newspaper from friends and neighbors.

Get a bucket of water.

Shred up the newspaper. Place into the bucket.

Let the newspaper soak for 10 minutes.

Place in the newspaper brick maker or the press. Compact down the newspaper squeezing out all of the water.

Take the log out. Let it dry on a wooden board.

When dry, put it on the fire and watch it burn. The logs usually burn for 45 minutes.