Terms like “truckload” or “rack” or “pile” are not permitted in the sale of firewood in the state of Maine as they are undefined or subject to a variety of meanings, according to the Maine Attorney General’s office. The two terms that are permitted under state statute include “stacked cord” and “loose thrown cord.” A “stacked, standard cord” is a measure of wood, bark and air that is four feet wide, four feet high and eight feet long, or its equivalent, containing 128 cubic feet that is “ranked and well stowed.” This means the wood is stacked in a compact manner.
A “loose, thrown cord” is sold by the cubic foot in lengths of 12, 16 or 24 inches. A cord of 12- or 16-inch wood would take up 180 cubic feet, if loosely thrown into a truck bed or other container. When stacked, it should contain between 115 and 124 cubic feet.
If the sale is more than $20, a receipt is required by law. This receipt must contain the names and addresses of the buyer and the seller, the date delivered, the quantity of wood delivered, the price, a description of the species of wood or woods, and a statement of quality, such as "dry" or "seasoned."
Thanks to Gerry Palmer of the Bangor Daily News, from the November 27, 2006 edition.
A “loose, thrown cord” is sold by the cubic foot in lengths of 12, 16 or 24 inches. A cord of 12- or 16-inch wood would take up 180 cubic feet, if loosely thrown into a truck bed or other container. When stacked, it should contain between 115 and 124 cubic feet.
If the sale is more than $20, a receipt is required by law. This receipt must contain the names and addresses of the buyer and the seller, the date delivered, the quantity of wood delivered, the price, a description of the species of wood or woods, and a statement of quality, such as "dry" or "seasoned."
Thanks to Gerry Palmer of the Bangor Daily News, from the November 27, 2006 edition.
