Great looking and environmentally friendly!

For the most part, wood-burning stoves are environmentally friendly. However, make sure your wood supplier is committed to replanting the trees harvested and source locally to reduce your carbon footprint.

Wood-burners have risen in popularity for the last five years as more homes discover the benefits they have to offer.

One benefit that always goes un-noticed is how the value of your home will increase after you have installed the burner. Just ask any estate agent and they will tell you a home with a wood stove is far more desirable than one without.

What type of wood should I burn?

A ready supply of wood is a must for a wood-burning stove. The general rule of thumb is that the drier the wood, the better it will burn. Some of the best woods to burn are ash, hawthorn, apple, oak and wild cherry and due to their low water content and how easily they can be split with an axe.

Always keep in mind that you’ll need plenty of space to store your logs. Not only will the area need to be dry, but easily accessible for deliveries, too.

Expert advice

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 help selecting and installing a new stove please do contact us. We have fully qualified (HETAS Registered) fitters and advisers waiting to take your enquiry.