Does a Log Burner Produce Enough Heat ?

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Does a Log Burner Produce Enough Heat ? The Quality of Heat Generated from a Wood Stove is second to none

The heat generated from a wood stove carries a unique and comforting quality. Unlike the dry heat emitted by electric heaters, the warmth from a wood stove is enveloping. Thus providing a cozy ambiance that permeates throughout the room. This radiant heat is not only effective at warming the air but also the objects. Heating surfaces within the space, creating a consistent and long-lasting warmth.

Wood stoves operate by burning wood, which releases heat in the form of radiation and convection. The radiant heat is particularly beneficial as it mimics the natural warmth of the sun, providing a soothing and gentle heat that warms the body directly. This makes wood stoves ideal for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in a home.

Additionally, the heat from a wood stove has a certain rustic charm that appeals to those looking for a more traditional and sustainable heating option.

The crackling of the wood and the glow of the fire add to the sensory experience. Thus making it more than just a source of heat, but a focal point for relaxation and gatherings.

Moreover, wood stoves are designed to provide a steady and controllable heat output. By adjusting the amount of wood and the airflow, users can regulate the temperature to their preference, ensuring a comfortable environment.

This control is especially useful during the colder months when consistent and reliable heating is crucial.

In summary, the quality of heat generated from a wood stove is distinguished by its radiant warmth, sensory appeal, and controllable output. It creates a holistic heating experience that is both effective and enjoyable.

Can we help?

Finally if you would like assistance selecting and installing your new log burner, please get in touch. One of our qualified fitters (HETAS reg) will be happy to help.

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Which Stove Is Best

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Which Stove Is Best? Just a few important facts to help you select your stove

When considering a wood-burning stove, it’s helpful to understand the primary variations available. Here’s a breakdown of key distinctions.

Fuel types

Wood-only stoves, these are designed specifically for burning wood. They typically feature a flat fire bed

Multi-fuel stove, these versatile stoves can burn both wood and other solid fuels, like coal. They usually include a grate and ash pan.

Positioning

Freestanding stoves, these are the most common type, placed independently in a room.

Inset stoves, these are built into a wall or fireplace opening, providing a more integrated look.

Method of heat output 

Radiant stoves, these primarily emit heat directly outward, warming objects and people nearby.

Convection stoves, these circulate warm air throughout the room, providing more even heating.

Emissions and Efficiency

Eco-design stoves, these modern stoves adhere to stricter emission standards, making them more environmentally friendly. This is what to look for when checking which stove is best.

Catalytic vs. non-catalytic, these refer to the internal burning technology, with catalytic stoves having a catalyst to burn off exhaust gasses more completely.

Cast Iron known for heat retention, and often ornate designs. Steel tends to heat up quicker and often has a more modern look.

Understanding these distinctions will help you choose a wood-burning stove that best suits your needs and preferences.

Can we assist?

If you would like help selecting and installing a new wood burning stove, please do make contact. We have fully qualified (HETAS) fitters and advisers waiting to take your enquiry.

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Save Money on your Heating

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Save money on your heating. Make noticeable savings if you follow these rules.

Installing a wood burner in your home could save you in the long term a great deal of money. The savings will depend on how efficient your new stove is and the fuel you use!

Vital – Burning wood with 20% or less moisture will minimise pollutants and increase efficiency. Kiln-dried wood has less than 20% moisture but is more expensive than seasoned logs. Most stove owners burn seasoned logs, and 23% of the owners told us they collect free wood from local resources.

Just imagine the savings you could make if you could source your own wood to burn free. 

A higher-efficiency stove should save you more and potentially cut pollution. New efficient stoves reduce potentially harmful particle emissions by more than 80%, compared with stoves from 10 years ago. This according to the Stove Industry Alliance and will help you save money.

Expert advice and fitting are vital for safety and efficiency.

For safety and to maximise efficiency you should always have a professional (HETAS Registered) install your wood or pellet burning appliance. A fully qualified fitter will carefully evaluate everything from your chimney to your floor protection.

A certified fitter can also assist you in making the correct choice of stove to heat your home to maximum efficiency.

In the summer months most homeowners try to forget the cold times and those large fuel bills. But this is the time to act as there are many very good offers available due to fitting engineers are far less busy as the winter months.

Installing a wood burning stove in your home will

  • Reduce energy bills.
  • Likely increase the value of your property.
  • Give you more control heating your home.
  • Heating during power cuts.

Can we assist?

Finally if you would like help selecting and installing a new wood burning stove, please do make contact. We have fully qualified (HETAS) fitters and advisers waiting to take your enquiry.

 

 

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I Want A Log Burner

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I want a log burner? Forward planning is a must if you want to install a new wood burner.

Due to the popularity of wood stoves HETAS registered fitters are busier than ever!!

This is causing long waiting lists, so if you want a new heating machine fitted best act NOW.

Will they save you money??? The easy answer is YES.

Regular use of a wood burner can knock a third off fuel bills, providing savings of at least £500/700 a year. There is a huge range of stoves to choose from, ranging in price from £400 to more than £2,000. A key consideration is how much heat it will pump out.

The correct wood for burning in your stove is vital

To get the best heating results from your stove hardwoods are generally better for burning than softwoods. As a rule of thumb hardwoods are produced by slow-growing deciduous trees and therefore the logs have a greater density than the faster growing softwoods from evergreen trees.

Since hardwood logs are heavier than the same sized softwood logs, they will provide you with much more heat output – up to 50%!!!

For the stove owner, using hardwood logs means having to fill the stove up less often than they would with softwood logs.

Using damp wood is just like boiling a kettle!!

  • Be very hard and very slow to start.
  • Be difficult to keep going or to keep burning well.
  • Produce a very low heat output.
  • Make the glass and firebricks dirty.
  • Create excessive and rapid creosote build-up in the flue system and chimney.

Can we help?

If you would like assistance with your new or existing stove please make contact. One of our registered fitters will be happy to assist.