How, what, when, why a wood burning stove

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Increased popularity

Wood burning stoves have become incredibly popular over the last few years, and it’s easy to see why. With spiralling energy costs, people are really keen to find ways to save money and not only do wood burners save money, they also make a great looking feature in a room and as a result have become very desirable for many households in the UK.

Whilst stoves can be used as an alternative for the main heating system in a home, they really are an excellent supplementary system. In cold periods when the central heating isn’t enough, or you don’t want to turn it on full blast, the stove can be used as a supplement, and this proves particularly cost-effective compared to the cost of electric room heaters. Read more

Making sure its not too hot in the room

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As well as the making sure your new stove will physically fit into its new home, it is important to consider that the stove’s output is sufficient for the room. You should also ensure that it is not too large for the room, as this can cause just as many problems as a stove that is too small.

A stove that is too small for the room will not be powerful enough to heat the room adequately, on the other hand, if you have a stove that is too large it will need constant attention to keep the temperature down. A result of this is the combustion within the stove will not be complete and you will quickly have a build-up of soot not just on the glass, but up the chimney as well. With this in mind, when calculating the required output, a slightly greater output should be considered (no more than 1.5kW), as there will be a greater need for rapid heating in the long dark cold months of winter. Read more

We love our stoves

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Sales of stoves continue to increase month on month as the UK public look for ways to reduce their heating bills.

Whether you’re the proud owner of a shiny new stove, or your thinking to install one, there are a few things that you need to know to really get the most out of that heating machine in the fireplace.

 Don’t burn water

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. There are a few ways of doing this, but the simplest are as follows. Read more

Getting the best from your wood burner

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A modern wood burner is virtually carbon neutral when using current burn technology. High-quality wood emits less CO2 when burned than it does with natural decay, so with correctly installed stoves producing emissions of only 0.008 kg CO2 per kWh – compared to 0.198kg for gas, and 0.517kg for electricity – wood provides an attractive alternative to gas and electricity for heating the home.

Design and technology has moved forward dramatically over the past ten years, with the introduction of controlled secondary and tertiary combustion and improved baffle arrangements.

A wood burning stove should be given serious consideration when selecting a heating method for your home. Read more

Sales boom in the UK wood burning stove market

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Sales of wood burning stoves are increasing year on year but this year has seen exceptional growth with to date a 29.4% growth compared to the same period last year.

The UK has been in the grip of some very bad weather and the experts say there is plenty more to come.

When you look at the facts, the figures are not that surprising especially as traditional heating costs seem to be increasing daily. The increases we are told are down to the looming Brexit talks and the weaker pound so if this is the case will they ever reduce?

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

Focal Point in your home

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A log burner make great focal point for interiors, are cleaner and more efficient than open fireplaces, and can even save you money on your heating bills. If you’re dreaming of installing one as the winter chill sets in, you’re in good company – 175,000 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). You’ll also need to factor in the cost of installation and maintenance, as these can change the final price quite dramatically. It’s a good idea to check the size and cost of logs you’ll need and whether you can buy them locally.

Wood burners are a great way of bringing the comfort of a real fire into your home, even if you don’t have a vast amount of space. If you live in an urban area that is smoke-controlled, you’ll need to check the stove you are buying is approved by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) or go for one that has the option of burning smokeless fuels as an alternative. Read more

Wood Burning Stoves – Perfect for your home

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Wood burning stoves – an ecological system creating a unique atmosphere

Wood burning stoves have been riding the crest of the wave in the past few years and have proved extremely popular in the UK where people have simply fallen for this type of heating system with significant benefits. Both efficient and practical, stoves have become veritable heating solutions. Their owners are also able to make real energy savings.

Wood burning stoves function with the leading renewable source of energy in the UK: wood. This heating system is ecological and creates a unique atmosphere, with a gain in thermal comfort.

For all those who have left the grid behind and are making a go of it on their own, wood stoves are one of the best options available anywhere on the home heating scene.

It’s also a fact that a home with a professionally fitted stove can be worth up to 5% more than one without. Read more

Heat your home

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Great way to heat

A stove can be a great way to heat your home cheaply, especially if you can get logs for free. Stoves are generally used to heat just one room, rather than as a way to heat an entire home. The majority of homes in the UK have a stove as well as a central heating system.

Stove costs and savings

How much a stove could cut your energy bill depends on various factors, including: how you use your stove and how often you use it also how well your home is insulated. Also, think about how much a stove might cost to install – it could be anything between around £750 and £2,000. A lot of factors can affect the installation price. For example, if you need a new chimney built or an existing one relined. Once you have installed your stove the savings will start, make sure your supply of wood is of a good quality and at least 2 years matured. Read more

Benefits Of Owning Your Own Stove

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Stove benefits

There’s nothing better on a cold winter’s night than breaking out the logs and cranking up the wood burner. Stoves come in all shapes and sizes and there is sure to be one to match your wishes. Energy prices are on the rise, installing a wood burning stove could be an answer to keeping them under control.

Here are a few things you should know before you get one. Read more

Cut your Energy Bills and warm your home

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Why a stove makes sense

Word on the street is that gas and electricity bills are about to rise due to the weaker pound. A wood burning stove could be the long-term answer to these rising costs and certainly warrants more investigation. Experts are predicting a very volatile twelve months ahead due to the Brexit talks starting so saving money is a priority.

  1. You can cut your energy bills
    As the cost of electricity, oil and gas remains sky high, heating a property can be extremely expensive. Although the initial cost of a wood burner may be more than a gas fire, it will certainly save you money in the long run. When used efficiently, a kilowatt of heat per hour costs about one fifth of kWh of electricity and about one third of kWh of oil and gas.
  2. The heat is unique
    One of the main reasons many people choose to install a stove is because they have a unique heat. This warmth feels cosy and more pleasant than other types of fuel. Did you know that wood burners emit heat for a long time after it has actually gone out? Something that gas fires don’t do. There’s nothing like sitting in front of a wood burner.
  3. They are eye-catching
    Wood burners look decorative and they have a certain magnetic quality. They are great for social gatherings as many people, whether it’s at home or in a restaurant, tend to gather around the open fire as a social activity.

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