Are Stoves Eco Friendly ?

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Style, elegance and superb heat!

Wood burning stoves provide efficient heat for cold months and serve as an attractive focal point in any room. With styles from classic to modern and a variety of sizes and energy outputs, it’s easy to find a wood burner that fits your home’s décor and heating needs.

The experts will tell you that….

Adding a fireplace or wood stove can boost your home’s value by up to 5%.

It also helps save money, as wood stove costs have stayed steady despite rising gas and electricity prices.

Wood-burning stove sales are set to hit record highs this year, with strong prospects ahead.

Efficiency is vital, especially nowadays with heating costs being at a premium

Open fires are inefficient, providing only about 20% energy output. Wood burning stoves offer 70-90% efficiency, delivering a real fire’s warmth with less wasted energy.

Expert advice

Always hire a qualified professional to install your wood or pellet stove for safety.

At Kent Stoves (HETAS registered) we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Wood burning stoves, important information!

A professionally fitted wood stove will also reduce your home’s carbon footprint by at least 21% as burning wood is environmentally neutral and renewable energy. Just make sure you only burn the correct wood as recommended by your supplier.

Can we help?

If you require assistance, please do make contact and one of our fully qualified fitters will be happy to help.

 

Are Stoves Environmentally Friendly ?

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Are Stoves Environmentally Friendly ? Wood stoves gaining ground every day

The wood burning stove market is growing each year, with significant progress made on environmental challenges. Interest typically rises in colder months, but last year demand remained steady all year. So are stoves environmentally friendly ?

Due to rising fuel bills homeowners are seeking alternative cost-effective heating options.

Wood burning stoves now offer a variety of options and are an attractive, practical alternative for home heating.

Advantages of a wood burning stove.

  • The net fuel cost is cheaper than heating oil, natural gas, and electricity.
  • Wood sourced locally can be free
  • Fuel in the form of logs, wood chips, brush clippings is renewable, and sustainable.
  • Wood supply prices are relatively stable and have been for years.
  • Professionally installed stove will add value to your property

If you combine these advantages with the elegance a wood burner brings to your home its worth considering without a doubt.

Seasoning your wood is essential for efficiency.

For best results, dry wood should be stacked in a sunny, breezy spot under cover. Storage in sheds, garages, or shady areas slows seasoning. Pre-seasoned wood can be kept in any dry location.

Can we help?

For new wood stove installations, seek expert advice to ensure correct fitting and prevent extra costs. Contact us for support from a qualified HETAS-registered fitter.

 

 

Which logs should I burn ?

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Which logs Should I burn? Elegant heating solution and lower heating bills!!

Modern wood heating appliances offer efficiency, attractive design, and environmental benefits.

A log burner can enhance any room, with a variety of styles available for any budget. These stoves are affordable, help reduce heating costs, and provide heat even during power outages.

Most important!

Only burn fully matured wood for total efficiency IT WILL SAVE YOU MONEY.

This is the most fundamental thing to get right when you’re burning wood. It might be surprising, but green wood is around 45% water.

That means that for every kg of green wood you add to the fire, you’re effectively adding around 500ml (a pint) of water. This means that you will need to make sure that your fuel has been dried properly.

Long term maintenance

A stove requires ongoing care. Even if the burner needs little attention, soot can accumulate in the flue and cause chimney fires without regular cleaning. For safety, have your burner cleaned and serviced at least once a year.

Expert Advice

For safety and efficiency, always use a HETAS Registered professional to install your wood or pellet stove. A qualified fitter will assess your chimney, floor protection, and help you choose the best stove for your home’s needs.

Can we assist?

If you are considering buying a new stove for your home, please do make contact and one of our HETAS qualified fitters will be happy to assist.