How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Wood stoves, in contrast to traditional open fireplaces, are designed to burn wood. This allows them meet stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves are renowned for their dancing yellow flames, cosy crackling sounds, and that primordial feeling of warmth. However, the smoke it creates includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces And Stove and stoves that burn wood offer a stunning and natural heat source to the home, they are also extremely efficient. A top-quality wood stove can have an Ecodesign rating of up to 77%. With rising energy costs it is crucial to make sure you are getting the maximum benefits from your log burner - the good news is that this is much simpler than ever!

One of the most important factors in how effective a wood burning stove is in the moisture content of the firewood. This is why we recommend only using seasoned wood which has been dried for a minimum of one year, and often two years. The drier the wood the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

A wood burning stove also has the benefit of being an environmentally friendly fuel source, which is great for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you are also helping to promote the active conservation and management of woodlands. This is beneficial for wildlife.

In terms of maintenance concerned, the primary requirement for a wood burner is to frequently take out and dispose of the ash. It can be a bit of a nuisance, but it's worth it in order to ensure you get the most heat from each log. If you wait for the ashes 2-3 days to cool completely, they can also be utilized as a non-toxic and green melting ice. They can be used to polish jewelry or absorb smells.

A fireplace with a wood burner is a timeless classic. While they're not as popular than gas fireplaces, their appeal and appeal of a roaring flame cannot be disregarded. They're ideal for cozying in the cold winter nights and are an ideal way to create a warm and inviting space within your home. Investing in a high-quality wood burner will pay off for many years. Our expert chimney sweeps are here to assist you in getting the most from your stove. Give us a call today to find out more.

Low Carbon

Burners that are efficient and clean are one of the best ways to save money on logs and keep your home warm. In addition, they also help to support local woodland management, which is a excellent way to help the wildlife that lives in your area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are properly maintained and are used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. If they aren't maintained properly or use wood that is of poor quality the smoke produced contains fine particles, commonly referred to as particulate pollution that can cause irritation to lung organs and other body organs. It also contains carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution may cause irritation to the lung, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks. It can even lead to serious health issues like cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Some people are concerned that wood-burning stoves contribute to climate change, but this isn't necessarily true. Burning wood is a carbon neutral energy source. Throughout the lifetime of a tree it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when it is burnt, the carbon absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is sourced locally, which reduces the amount pollution that is produced during the transport process. It is important to use hardwoods that have been seasoned and of top quality. They will burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.

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