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Wood burning stoves and the future

An increased awareness of environmental issues, together with rocketing fuel prices, has led to a dramatic uptake in demand for wood burning domestic heating systems.

More than 1.3 million UK homes are already using wood burning stoves, and this will continue to increase.

The installation of wood burning, and multi-fuel stoves is “monitored” under Building Regulations, as is the relining or installation of flues and chimneys associated with such heat producing appliances.

It is highly recommended that stove installation work is carried out by a HETAS registered installer, the reality is that many stoves get put in unprofessionally.

Incorrectly installed stoves can be dangerous both to health and a can be fire hazards.

Always use professionals (HETAS registered)

In addition to keeping your stove clean inside and outside, be sure to have it inspected by a licensed professional (HETAS) at least once a year to make sure that everything is working perfectly.

It is vital to have your chimney cleaned and checked by a chimney sweep at least once a year or more often if you use your wood burning stove on a regular basis.

Poorly maintained or blocked chimneys pose a serious safety risk because they can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and chimney fires.

Can we help?

If you require any assistance with your wood burner, please make contact and one of our qualified fitters will be happy to assist.

Does A Log Burning Stove Work Efficiently ?

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Does a log burning stove work efficiently? A wood burning stove is a highly efficient source of heat delivering over 80% economy in many cases.

The new generation of stoves are clean and extremely easy to use making them a must for the majority of homes. A wood burner can be up to 79% cheaper to run than an electric heater and 32% cheaper than a gas effect fire.

Burning hardwood is a must for efficiency and the environment.

Hardwoods are denser woods that burn hotter and longer than softwoods, but you will need to let them season for up to 2 years.  (Ash is an exception and can be burnt a bit earlier although the wood burns best when seasoned.)

Estimated savings using a wood stove!

  • 79% cheaper to run than an electric fire.
  • 32% cheaper per kw than a gas effect fire.
  • 58% cheaper than oil filled heater.

Imagine if you could source your own logs from a local forest free – just how much you could potentially save a year?

Expert advice (HETAS) registered

For your protection and safety, you should always have a fully qualified professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance. At Kent Stoves, we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Can we assist?

If you would like to know more about heating with a wood burner, please make contact and one of our fully qualified fitters (HETAS) registered will be happy to help.

Will a Logburning Stove Heat My Whole House ?

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Will a logburning stove heat my whole house? Very wise words from a previous customer!

“The winter of 2023 gas and electric bills meant it was time to act. An engineer from Kent Stoves (HETAS) registered company confirmed the idea of installing a woodstove was going to work well for us.

We got the old gas fire and pipework removed, measured up our fireplace and started looking for a stove that would fit our relatively small fireplace”.

“We did our homework and got Kent Stoves advice as to the correct wood burner we would need to heat our living area”.

Very important for heat and efficiency

“We have found a local joinery company from which we source our wood, so we are now burning waste wood that would otherwise be destined for landfill, the wood is dry and has no preservatives or other dangerous additives”

“This summer we have upgraded the loft insulation – prompted by another article. And, if we keep the stove going all day, it heats the entire house. We still use the central heating to heat the bedrooms if it’s very cold”.

HETAS-registered installers deal with wood, solid-fuel and biomass domestic heating appliances and can self-certify that their work complies with building regulations, so it’s safe and legal.

Some benefits of installing a stove

  1. Increased property
  2. Smaller heating bills
  3. Power cut – no problem
  4. Environmentally friendly

What to do if you want to save money

If you would like to know if you could benefit from a wood burning stove get in contact. One of our qualified fitters (HETAS) registered engineers will guide you in the right direction.

 

Best Time To Install A Stove ?

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Best Time to Install A Stove? Sales records broken in 2024/25

Sales of wood burning stoves are increasing year on year but last year saw really exceptional growth with a massive 36% growth compared to the previous 12 months. So the best time to install a stove?

Why are sales increasing so rapidly?

It is simply down to economics; people are fed up and very worried that electricity and gas prices are going to continue to increase.

Homeowners have responded to these increases by looking for alternative forms of heating and a log burner is very high on the wish list.

A wood burning stove not only looks good and performs to exceptional levels it can increase the value of your property.

Considerations. 

With the winter months approaching now is a very good time to start planning!

Freezing cold temperatures, power cuts, cracked pipes and cancelled repairs… Sound familiar? When you have a wood burning stove installed you have a reliable form of heating that is not dependent on electricity or other forms of modern technologies.

If you burn the right wood your stove will be environmentally friendly, for example seasoned wood rather than varnished scrap wood, the process is carbon neutral.

This means wood burning stoves do not increase the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Wood logs do emit carbon dioxide when they are burned, but this is then neutralised by growing replacement trees.

Need some help?

If you would like to know more on how a wood burner could help you please do get in touch. One of our (HETAS registered) qualified fitters will be pleased to assist.

 

log burner are stove installations cheaper in summer

How To Get My Stove Ready For Next Season ?

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How to get my stove ready for next season? Save money on your heating bill this coming winter

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.

Crucial – 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 27% of the owners told us they collect free wood from local resources.

So how to get my stove ready for next season? Just imagine the savings you could make if you could source your own wood to burn free.

New efficient stoves reduce potentially harmful particle emissions by more than 80%, compared with stoves from 10 years ago, according to the Stove Industry Alliance.

A survey of stove owners taken to establish whether it’s really worth the initial outlay discovered that 74% said their stove does save them money!!

Always use professionals (HETAS registered)

In addition to keeping your stove clean inside and outside, be sure to have it inspected by a licensed professional (HETAS) at least once a year to make sure that everything is working perfectly.

It is vital to have your chimney cleaned and checked by a chimney sweep at least once a year or more often if you use your wood burning stove on a regular basis.

Poorly maintained or blocked chimneys pose a serious safety risk because they can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and chimney fires.

Can we help?

If you require any assistance with your wood burner, please make contact. One of our qualified fitters will be happy to assist.

Stove Service Time ?

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Stove Service Time? Have you checked your stove this year for the following?

Now is the time to get your stove serviced and cleaned ready for the next winter. Engineers at this time of year are generally less busy and therefore easier to book.

Wood burning stove maintenance and cleaning mostly consists of regular removal of the ashes which also boosts the stove’s efficiency. Occasional cleaning of the internal surfaces with a wire brush or scraper will also improve your stoves performance.

You should always keep a close eye on potential problems such as holes in the ash pan, cracks, spots of rust on the finish and other unusual signs that may indicate damage.

It is also advisable to clean the glass on a regular basis because the longer you postpone the cleaning the harder is gets to remove the tar deposits. Always leave your stove to cool completely before you carry out any maintenance or cleaning chores.

Very important tip for the summer months

Outside the heating season leave the air inlet or the door of the stove slightly open in order to prevent condensation build-up in the stove and chimney.

Professional fitting is vital for safety and insurance.

HETAS approval

Poorly installed stoves do pose very real risks from carbon monoxide poisoning to house fires and smoke inhalation, all of which can have devastating and fatal consequences.

It is recommended to use a HETAS qualified fitter to install any wood burning appliance for safety and insurance purposes.

Can we help?

If you are thinking of adding a wood burning stove to your home, please do make contact. Also is it stove service time? One of our fully qualified (HETAS registered) fitters will be happy to assist.

 

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Summer Stove Installation Deals

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Summer Stove Installation Deals. Managing the air flow is vital for efficiency

Firstly as far as your stove is concerned, air comes in two flavours. Primary air feeds the bed of the fire, and secondary air feeds the flames above it. Nearly all the energy from wood comes from burning gases released when it is heated – which means that secondary air is much more important than primary. The golden rules are:

  • Never completely close the secondary air vent. It’s the easiest way to create soot and tar and completely coat the glass on the front of your stove with gunk (a technical term)
  • Remember you’re always looking for a hot, fast burn. This will be the cleanest, most efficient way of running the stove. A small hot fire is much more efficient than a large slow burning one. SUMMER months it is advised to leave both vents open when the stove is not in use.

Seasoning your wood

Wood being dried should be stacked in open areas under cover. This is where it will be exposed to the sun and the wind. If you put it in a shed, garage, or outdoors in the shade, you will inhibit the seasoning process significantly. Having said this if you are buying pre-seasoned wood from a supplier then any form of dry storage will normally be fine.

Wood stoves and the environment

This summer we are seeing more people installing wood stoves than ever before. Mainly due to the cost savings they can provide. As such one question our fitters are always asked is how environmentally friendly are they?  The green benefits of burning wood are gaining wider and wider support.

Burning wood cleanly only releases the same amount of CO2 into the atmosphere as from a tree when it is left to rot naturally as it would do at the end of its lifecycle.

 Can we help?

Finally If you are thinking of installing a new wood stove, please do get expert advice as fitting the incorrect stove could prove costly. Contact Us at Kent Stoves for summer stove installtion deals. Should you require assistance please do make contact. One of our fully qualified (HETAS registered) fitters will be happy to assist.

 

Heat Efficient Stove Options

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Heat Efficient Stove Options. What a stove can do for your home.

They can be placed in most rooms of a house and need to allow fumes and gases to be drawn away from the room and out through flue/chimney.

Wood burners have been around for many years but have risen in popularity in recent times due to their efficiency and low running costs. At Kent Stoves in Faversham & Whitstable we offer a full range of heat efficient Stove Options.

The range of stoves to choose from increases year on year

New environmental standards for particle emissions came into force in 2022 aimed at creating a cleaner atmosphere.

Stove manufacturers are rolling out eco-friendly burners with a Stove Industry Alliance Eco Design-ready stamp of approval plus new and futuristic designs.

These reduce particle emissions by 90% compared to an open fire and 80% compared to an old-style stove.

Wood burning stoves are exceptionally clean and super-efficient

But please remember firstly and most importantly ….

Burning wood with a moisture level of below 20% will give twice the heat output of freshly felled timber and will also help to reduce a build-up of tar in your chimney and the environment.

To achieve this correct moisture level, the wood should be seasoned or matured for approximately two years. Storage should ideally be outside and be stacked to let the air flow around the timber, this will then dry naturally.

Expert advice HETAS registered

For your protection and safety, you should always have a fully qualified professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance. At Kent Stoves, we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Can we help?

If you require assistance, please do make contact. One of our fully qualified fitters (HETAS) registered will be happy to help.

 

Should I Buy A Log Burner Now ?

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Should I buy a log burner now? Time to do your research

Sales of wooding burning stoves are going to reach record levels this fiscal year. The future looks very bright and very warm indeed. So should I buy a log burner now?

Log burners make great focal points for interiors and come in all shapes and sizes, they are cleaner and more efficient than open fireplaces and will save you money on your heating bills.

If you’re dreaming of installing one, you’re in good company – over 200,000 are installed each year in the UK.

To enjoy using a log burner safely and responsibly, it’s important to do your research. Think first about the size of area that needs to be heated, as a rule of thumb, 1kW of heat output for every 14 cubic metres of space is needed to make your room 21C when it’s 1C outside.

Burn only mature logs for optimal heat and efficiency.

Wood is a far more environmentally friendly fuel than oil, gas and electricity. Subject to far less price rises. Freshly cut wood contains a lot of water, so you should dry it out before you can burn it. This can take as long as 18-24 months.

It is very unwise to burn wet or unseasoned wood. This will cause a soot build up in your chimney and make your burner very dirty.

Expert advice

For your protection and safety, you should always have a fully qualified HETAS registered professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance. At Kent Stoves, we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Can we assist?

If you are looking to install a new wood burning stove, please do make contact. One of our qualified fitters (HETAS registered) will be happy to guide you.

 

I Want A Log Burner !

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I want a Log Burner ! Heating bills set to increase yet again!!!

It is being muted that fuel bills are set to rise significantly yet again

The price rises are expected to be in the region of between 7% and 16%, at least for electricity. Which means your energy bills could take a definite hit.

The impact on a typical household bill could be an extra £250-£600 plus a year.

Research shows that an average family are spending over £200 per month just heating a 3-bedroomed house. Just imagine this increasing by 10% and how that will affect your family budget.

Now is the time to explore the alternatives and save money!!

A wood burning stove could be the answer to reducing these potential rises, stove sales are at the highest we have ever seen for this time of year as homeowners prepare for the future.

A wood burning stove is a highly efficient source of heat delivering over 80% economy in many cases.

Reasons To Want A Log Burner

The new generation of stoves are clean and extremely easy to use making them a must for the majority of homes. A wood burner can be up to 75% cheaper to run than an electric heater and 29% cheaper than a gas effect fire.

Only burn mature logs – Vital for heat and efficiency.

Wood is a far more environmentally friendly fuel than oil, gas and electricity. And subject to far less price rises. Freshly cut wood contains a lot of water, so you should dry it out before you can burn it. This can take as long as 18-24 months.

It is very unwise to burn wet or unseasoned wood as this will cause a soot build up in your chimney and make your burner very dirty.

Expert advice

For your protection and safety, you should always have a fully qualified HETAS registered professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance. At Kent Stoves, we will evaluate everything for you to ensure your safety and maximise efficiency.

Can we assist?

If you are looking to install a new wood burning appliance, please do make contact. One of our qualified fitters (HETAS registered) will be happy to guide you.