How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Unlike traditional open fireplaces wood stoves are specifically designed and optimized to burn wood. This allows them to comply with stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves emit dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling sounds. They also give warmth and a warm sensation. However the smoke they release contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants, such as benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide a beautiful and natural heat to the home, and they are extremely efficient. A good quality wood burner can attain an Ecodesign rating of up to 77 percent. With the rising cost of energy, it is essential to ensure you get the most benefit from your log burner The good thing is that this is more simple than ever before!

One of the main factors that determines the efficiency of a wood burning stove is is the water content of the wood. This is why we suggest only using seasoned wood which has been dried for at least one year, and often two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns which results in less smoke and less harmful emissions.

Another great benefit of a wood-burning stove is that it's an eco-friendly source of fuel, which is great for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you also help to contribute to the active conservation and management of forests. This is beneficial for wildlife.

As far as maintenance is involved, the sole requirement for a wood burner is to take out and dispose of the ash. It can be a bit of a hassle but is well worth it in order to ensure you get maximum heat from each and every log. If you wait for the ashes to cool completely and then, they can be utilized as a non-toxic and eco-friendly melt of ice. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb smells.

A wood burner fireplace is a truly timeless classic. Although they're less well-known than gas fireplaces, the appeal and charm of a roaring flame cannot be disregarded. These fires are perfect to snuggle up with on cold nights, and make a warm and inviting space in your home. Investing in a high-quality wood burner will pay off for a long time. Call us today to learn more about how our skilled chimney sweeps can help you get the best out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn clean and efficiently are among the most efficient ways to save money on logs while keeping your home warm. They also support local woodland management. This is a great method to support the wildlife that lives in your neighborhood.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are maintained properly and operated with dry, seasoned firewood. However, if they're not maintained well or using wood of poor quality the smoke that is produced by them can contain fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can cause irritation to the lungs and other organs. Carbon monoxide, toxic air pollutants such as benzene and formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also found in. Inhaling air pollution can cause irritation of the lung and cause asthma attacks wheezing, coughing, and lung irritation. It can also lead to heart disease, cancer or premature death.

Some people fear that using a wood burning stove will contribute to climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Wood burning is a carbon neutral energy source. The tree absorbs carbon dioxide over its life. After burning carbon dioxide is released into the air.

The wood is local, which decreases the amount of pollution produced during the transport process. It is also essential to select top quality woods that are seasoned and seasoned as they will provide a longer and more even burning time than softwoods.

Modern, EPA certified wood stoves and heaters (such as those made by Charlton &amp