How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Wood stoves, in contrast to traditional open fireplaces, are engineered to use wood for combustion. This allows them to meet stricter emission regulations.

Wood burning stoves create dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling noises. They also give you a primal feeling of warmth. The smoke produced is filled with harmful air pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide beautiful and natural heat to the home, they are also incredibly efficient. A high-quality wood burner can have an Ecodesign rating up to 77 percent. It is crucial to get the most value of your log stove in light of rising energy costs. The good news is it's much easier than ever to do!

One of the most important factors in how effective the wood-burning stove is is the water content of the wood. This is the reason 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 means less smoke and harmful emissions.

A wood burning stove also offers the advantage of being an eco-friendly fuel source which is beneficial to the environment. Furthermore, by buying locally sourced firewood you are helping to support the active management of woodlands, which is a great aspect for wildlife.

In terms of maintenance concerned, the primary requirement for a wood burner is to take out and dispose of the ash. It's somewhat of a hassle, but it is worth it to get the maximum heat from each 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 remove odors.

A fireplace made of wood is a truly timeless classic. Although they're less popular than gas fireplaces, there is no denying the beauty and allure of a roaring fire. They're perfect for cosying with on cold winter nights and are a perfect way to create a warm and inviting space within your home. Making the investment in a top-quality wood burner will pay off for a long time. Contact us today to find out more about how our expert chimney sweeps can help you get the most out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn efficiently and cleanly are the most effective method to save money while 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 very little pollution if they are properly maintained and operated with dry, seasoned firewood. However, if they are not maintained properly or are used with poor quality wood, the smoke produced by them contains fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can irritate the lung and other organs. Carbon monoxide, toxic air pollutants such as benzene and formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also found in. Inhaling these types of air pollution could cause irritation to the lung, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks. It can even cause serious health issues such as heart disease, cancer, or premature death.

Some people are concerned that wood-burning stoves can cause climate change however this isn't true. Wood burning produces energy that is carbon-neutral. Throughout the lifetime of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burnt, the carbon dioxide absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

Because the wood is harvested locally, this reduces the amount of pollution emitted when it is transported. It is also essential to select high-quality woods that are seasoned and seasoned as they will provide an extended and even burn than softwoods.

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