How to Burn Logs Fast in OSRS: Ultimate Guide to Speed Up Firemaking

If you’re looking to level up your Firemaking skill quickly in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), burning logs efficiently is key. Whether you’re aiming for that coveted level 99 or just want to breeze through early levels, this guide will show you how to burn logs fast in OSRS. With the right techniques, locations, and tools, you can maximize your experience rates and minimize downtime. Let’s dive into the best strategies to set those logs ablaze and power through your Firemaking journey!

Firemaking is one of the fastest skills to train in OSRS, but it can feel repetitive if you’re not optimizing your methods. Burning logs quickly not only speeds up your XP gains but also saves time for other in-game activities. Plus, for Ironmen or players chasing specific quest requirements (like Desert Treasure or Recipe for Disaster), efficient Firemaking is a must. The goal here is to burn as many logs as possible per hour while keeping effort low and XP high.

Understanding Firemaking Basics

Before we get into the nitty-gritty, let’s cover the essentials. To burn logs, you need a tinderbox (free from your inventory post-Tutorial Island) and logs obtained via Woodcutting or the Grand Exchange. Each log type has a Firemaking level requirement and grants specific XP when burned. The faster you light them, the more logs you can process in an hour, boosting your overall efficiency.

Best Locations for Burning Logs Fast

Location is everything when it comes to burning logs quickly in OSRS. You want a spot close to a bank with plenty of space to lay out fires. Here are the top picks:

Grand Exchange (GE)

The eastern side of the Grand Exchange in Varrock is the go-to spot for most players. Why? It’s right next to a bank, has wide-open space, and supports tick-perfect burning. You can burn up to 1,500 logs per hour here with practice, making it ideal for high-efficiency training.

Varrock West Bank

Teleport to Varrock, head to the west bank, and burn logs in a line toward the fountain. This spot is slightly less crowded than the GE and still offers fast banking, with rates around 1,200–1,400 logs per hour depending on your speed.

Rogues’ Den

For a more AFK-friendly option, the Rogues’ Den in Burthorpe has a bank and a permanent fire pit nearby. While not as fast as line burning (around 1,000 logs/hour), it’s low-effort and great for casual play.

Techniques to Burn Logs Faster

Now that you’ve got your spot, it’s time to master the techniques. These methods will help you burn logs at lightning speed, pushing your XP rates to the max.

Power Firemaking: The Fastest Method

Power firemaking is the gold standard for burning logs fast in OSRS. Here’s how it works:

• Setup: Withdraw 27 logs and a tinderbox from the bank.
• Line Up: Drop logs in a straight line, ideally east to west, one square apart.
• Burn: Start at the east end, light the first log, and immediately click the next one as your character moves west. With perfect timing, you’ll light each log every 4 ticks (2.4 seconds).
• Bank: Run back to the bank, restock, and repeat.

Pro Tip: Keep noted logs in your inventory and use them on a banker to skip the bank interface, saving precious ticks. At peak efficiency, you can hit 1,485–1,500 logs per hour, netting up to 400k+ XP/hour with high-tier logs like magic or redwood.

Tick-Perfect Timing

To truly burn logs fast, master the game’s tick system (0.6 seconds per tick). Lighting a log takes 4 ticks, but you can move to the next square in between if you click accurately. Practice this rhythm at the GE, and you’ll see your burn rate soar.

Using Colored Logs (Early Levels)

For levels 1–35, use colored logs (e.g., red logs made with red firelighters from Treasure Trails). They light instantly with no fail chance and give 50 XP each—10 more than regular logs. This speeds up early training when regular logs often fail to ignite.

Choosing the Right Logs for Speed and Efficiency

Not all logs are created equal. Picking the right ones balances speed, cost, and XP. Here’s a breakdown:

Log Type	Level Required	XP per Log	Approx. Cost (GP)	Best Use
Normal Logs	1	40	50–100	Levels 1–15
Oak Logs	15	60	100–150	Levels 15–30
Willow Logs	30	90	20–50	Levels 30–45
Maple Logs	45	135	10–30	Levels 45–50
Yew Logs	60	202.5	200–300	Levels 60–75
Magic Logs	75	303.8	800–1,000	Levels 75–90
Redwood Logs	90	350	400–600	Levels 90–99

Budget-Friendly Logs

Willow and maple logs are dirt cheap thanks to Throne of Miscellania, making them perfect for early to mid-level training. Burn these until level 50 to save GP without sacrificing too much speed.

High-XP Logs for Endgame

Once you hit level 75, switch to magic logs for 303.8 XP each, or redwood logs at 90 for 350 XP. These are pricier but offer the best XP/hour when burned fast, pushing you to 99 in record time.

Boosting Your Firemaking Speed with Tools and Tips

Beyond technique and location, a few tools and tricks can shave seconds off your runs and boost your log-burning rate.

Infernal Axe (Passive Boost)

If you’re cutting your own logs, the infernal axe (from Wintertodt) has a 1/3 chance to burn logs as you chop, granting half the normal Firemaking XP. Pair it with Kandarin headgear (level 1+) to burn only one log per tree section, doubling your efficiency.

Pyromancer Outfit

Earned from Wintertodt, this outfit gives a 2.5% XP boost when fully equipped. It’s not about speed per log but increases your overall XP/hour, making every burn count more.

Banking Hacks

• Noted Logs: Carry 2 noted logs, use them on a banker at the GE, and withdraw unnoted stacks instantly.
• Tinderbox Placement: Keep your tinderbox in the middle of your inventory to reduce mouse travel time.
• Mouse Keys: Use OSRS-approved mouse keys for faster clicking, especially in tick-perfect runs.

Wintertodt Alternative

At level 50+, Wintertodt offers a slower but profitable alternative (150k–200k XP/hour). Light braziers, chop roots, and burn them for a semi-AFK method. It’s not as fast as power firemaking but saves logs and earns rewards like the Pyromancer outfit.

Final Thoughts

Burning logs fast in OSRS is all about preparation, technique, and practice. Stick to the Grand Exchange for top-tier rates, master power firemaking, and choose logs that fit your budget and level. With these strategies, you’ll blaze through Firemaking levels faster than a redwood log in a furnace. Ready to light up Gielinor? Grab your tinderbox and get burning!