Fireside Accessories - Firelighters & Coal Bunkers
Fireside Accessories - Firelighters & Coal Bunkers - Get a faster, cleaner start and keep your fuel stored properly with our range of firelighters and storage. From reliable natural firelighters (including tidy “tea bag” and foil-wrapped styles) to tough coal bunkers and solid fuel bunkers, everything here is designed to make lighting easier and storage less messy - whether you burn logs, kindling, or smokeless fuel. Need a dependable fire lighter for quick ignition? You’re in the right place.
- Cleaner, easier lighting: options for stoves, open fires and outdoor use
- Less mess: choose foil-wrapped or “tea bag” styles for tidy storage
- Drier fuel outdoors: coal bunkers help protect smokeless fuel from rain and debris
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Fireside Accessories - Firelighters & Coal Bunkers Quick pick: choose in 10 seconds
- Mess-free, odourless indoor storage (bulk case):Tiger Tim Individually Wrapped (288 firelighters)
- Eco-friendly “tea bag” firelighters (no chemical smell):Woodcycle (80) or Woodcycle (250)
- Natural wood wool & wax (reliable ignition):Fireglow Wood Wool (15-pack bundle)
- Classic, great value firelighters: Tiger Tim Traditional (12 packs)
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Keep smokeless fuel dry outside:Harlequin CB2 (300kg) or Harlequin CB3 (500kg)
Tip: Use one firelighter under kindling, then add logs/smokeless once established. See our step-by-step lighting guide.
Reviewed by Dawsons Fuels Technical Team – Last updated: 05/02/2026
How to choose the right fireside accessory
1) Choose a firelighter style that suits your storage
- Cleanest indoor storage: foil-wrapped firelighters stay tidy and help reduce odour.
- Eco-friendly & mess-free: “tea bag” firelighters light easily with no need to unwrap.
- Natural and dependable: wood wool & wax firelighters give a steady burn to establish your kindling.
2) Match to how you light your fire
- Wood burner / multi-fuel stove: light one firelighter under kindling, then add fuel once the flame is established.
- Open fire: build airflow first, then add fuel gradually for a cleaner start.
- Outdoor / BBQ / pizza oven: choose a clean-burning starter to avoid unpleasant smells.
3) Stock level: occasional vs regular use
- Occasional: smaller bundles are ideal if you light fires only on cold weekends.
- Regular users: multi-box bundles and bulk cases help keep you stocked all season.
Coal bunker sizing
- Harlequin CB2 (300kg): a compact option for neat storage (approx. 12 × 25kg bags).
- Harlequin CB3 (500kg): best for bulk-buying and winter stock-up (approx. 20 × 25kg bags).
Pair accessories with your chosen fuel:
Lighting guides: How to light the perfect fire and How to light smokeless fuel
Why buy from Dawsons Fuels?
- Fuelling the UK since 1895: established family-run fuel specialists.
- Practical products that work: accessories chosen to make lighting and storage simpler.
- Clear delivery information: straightforward guidance before you order.
Need advice on what to order? Call 015396 20210.
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FAQ - Click a question to expand
Which firelighter should I choose?
Foil-wrapped firelighters are the cleanest for storing indoors. “Tea bag” firelighters are mess-free and easy to light. Wood wool & wax firelighters are a natural, steady-burn option for reliable starts. For a quick shortcut, use the “Quick pick” links above.
Can I use these firelighters with logs, heat logs and smokeless fuels?
Yes — your listings cover use with kiln-dried logs, heat logs and smokeless fuels. Start with kindling and one firelighter, then add your main fuel once the flame is established. (Always follow appliance instructions.)
Are Woodcycle “tea bag” firelighters eco-friendly and odourless?
Woodcycle firelighters are positioned as an eco-friendly alternative and are described as clean and odourless on your product listings. They’re designed to be lit without unwrapping — just light the bag.
How many firelighters do I need per fire?
In most cases, one firelighter is enough. Use two if the fuel load is larger, the airflow is restricted, or you’re lighting outdoors in windy conditions.
Which coal bunker size do I need?
For most households, the CB2 (300kg) is a neat, compact option. If you bulk-buy for winter, the CB3 (500kg) is better suited to larger volumes. Your CB2 listing notes approx. 12 × 25kg bags; the CB3 listing notes approx. 20 × 25kg bags.
Do you deliver these accessories by parcel or pallet?
Many firelighter bundles are shipped as parcels with delivery included in the listed price (see each listing for details).
Parcel items may arrive sooner and may not follow the selected date.
Larger items such as coal bunkers are delivered on pallets via the pallet network.