If you want to keep your wood burning stove in top condition and functioning correctly, it is of utmost importance to follow the maintenance and cleaning tips that can be found in the stove manual.

Maintenance and cleaning will help you keep your heating gem running smoothly and keep you warm for many winters to come.

You are highly recommended to burn only seasoned wood. Why? Because unseasoned wood contains high amounts of water which can cause problems with smoking, creosote build-up in the flue system and chimney.

VERY IMPORTANT, never burn treated wood, driftwood, plywood, MDF, chipboard and all non-wood items because they can cause damage to the stove and release potentially toxic fumes. Read more

Don’t let this hot spell fool you, winter will return, and heating bills are going to rise this winter if all the experts are right.

Have you considered a wood burning stove which can be used as an excellent alternative to the main central heating system in your home? Instead of turning up the thermostat try lighting the burner and you will be able to reduce the thermostat in a cold spell. If your home is well insulated and draught free you could even leave doors open and the log burner will heat assist all-round the house. You will immediately see a reduction in your heating bills, that is certain.

So, as you can see there are many benefits of installing a log burner not to mention the fact that a professionally fitted one could increase the value of your property. Property experts say this increase could be as much as 5.5% on the original value! Read more

Stove maintenance and safety If you choose the correct stove for your home should be fairly straight forward. But there are a few steps you should take to keep it efficient and safe.

To keep your stove in good working order, the Stove Industry recommends that you have your chimney swept at the beginning and the end of the winter to avoid a build-up of soot, which could damage the chimney and stove when not in use.

From a safety point of view, blocked chimneys can also cause deadly carbon monoxide. Read more

Wood burning stoves are becoming increasingly popular, mostly due to the incredible benefits that having one can have for your family, your home and the environment. Here are some of the most prominent benefits to having your very own wood burning stove.

Power cut – no problem!

A wood burning stove makes a wonderful addition to your home at any time, but during a power cut they really come into their own. Wood burner stoves do not require electricity to work, therefore when the power cuts off, you can rest assured that your wood burner will be there to keep you toasty whilst you’re waiting for the power to come back on. Read more

A wood-burning stove can be installed virtually anywhere in your home, providing there is a way to run a vent pipe to the outside of the house. This means you can zone-heat any room or space. Heating bills continue to rise seemingly on a monthly basis, so this would a good time to have a look at the alternatives.

Wood stoves have various benefits and if you install one the costs will very quickly returned. Obviously the only cost once installed is the wood you will burn, now just imagine if you could get a supply free! You may have a public woodland close by that could provide the fuel for you winter warmth.

Economical heating

Wood is an inexpensive fuel source. It costs less per BTU than oil, gas or electricity. Homeowners who practice strategic zone heating in their homes can save hundreds of ££’s on utility bills each year. Read more