Do Briquettes Burn Hotter In Stoves

 

Briquettes

Briquettes burn hotter and cleaner, are cheaper to buy, and much easier to store and handle – so why do so few people with open fires and wood-burning stoves use recycled wood briquettes to heat their home?

Big in Europe, but still largely untried by many fire users in the UK – particularly in the south – those selling them claim that once you have tried briquettes, you’ll never go back to hauling piles of logs off your drive.

Briquettes deliver around 50% more heat for each pound spent than logs. They also have strong environmental credentials as they are made from waste wood produced as part of the furniture or other wood-related businesses – or in some cases collected from skips. Burning wood is generally considered a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuel because trees absorb carbon as they grow. Just one briquette can last up to 4 hours and overall in the cold season you can expect to save over £200 compared to conventional logs.

Safety and expert advice

For your safety and to maximise efficiency, you should always have a professional install your wood/pellet burning appliance. A professional will carefully evaluate everything from your chimney to your floor protection. A certified professional can also help you select the best appliance to heat your home.

Can we be of assistance?

If you require any help or advice please do make contact and one of our qualified fitters will be happy to guide you.