How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Wood stoves, unlike traditional open fireplaces, are engineered to burn wood. This enables them to comply with stricter emission regulations.

Wood burning stoves produce dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling noises. They also provide a primal feeling of warmth. The smoke produced is contaminated by air pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood offer a stunning and natural heat source to the home, they are also extremely efficient. A good quality wood burner can attain an Ecodesign rating of as high as 77%. It is vital to get the most benefit of your log stove particularly with the rising energy costs. The good news is that it's much easier than ever to do!

A key factor in the effectiveness of a wood burning stove is is the moisture content of the firewood. We recommend using only well-seasoned wood that has been dried for at least one year, and in many cases two years. The dryer the wood is the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and harmful emissions.

A wood-burning stove also has the benefit of being an environmentally friendly fuel source, which is beneficial to the environment. Additionally, by purchasing locally-sourced firewood, you're helping to support the management of woodlands, which is a great thing for wildlife.

In terms of maintenance involved, the sole requirement for a wood stove is to regularly remove and scoop up the ash. This can be a bit of a hassle, but it is worth it to ensure you get the most heat from each log. If you allow the ashes 2-3 days to completely cool, they can also be used as a non-toxic and green ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb odors.

A fireplace with wood burning is a timeless classic. Although they're not as popular than gas fires, there is no denying the beauty and appeal of a roaring fire. These fires are great for snuggling to on cold winter nights, and they create a warm and welcoming space in your home. A high-quality wood burner will pay for itself for many years. Call us today to learn more about how our skilled chimney sweeps can help you get the most out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn efficiently and cleanly are the most efficient way to save money while also keeping your home warm. They also support local woodland management. This is an excellent method to support wildlife in your local area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create minimal pollution when they are maintained properly and operated with dry, seasoned firewood. If they are not properly maintained or when they use wood that is of poor quality, the smoke that is produced is a result of fine particles, often referred to as particulate pollutants, which can irritate lungs and other body organs. Carbon monoxide, toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also in the. Inhaling air pollution can cause irritation of the lung and trigger asthma attacks wheezing, coughing, and irritation of the lungs. It can also lead to cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Some people are concerned that wood-burning stoves can cause climate change, but this isn't necessarily true. Burning wood is a carbon-neutral energy source. The wood absorbs carbon dioxide throughout its lifetime. When it is burned carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere.

Because the wood is harvested locally, this reduces the amount of pollutants released during transportation. It is also important to select high-quality woods that are seasoned and seasoned as they will give an extended and more consistent burning time than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, such as the ones made by Charlton &amp