How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace
Wood stoves, unlike traditional open fireplaces, are engineered to use wood for combustion. This allows them to meet stricter emission regulations.
Wood burning stoves produce dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling sounds. They also provide an incredibly warm feeling. The smoke produced contains toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
Efficient
Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide beautiful and natural heat to your home, and they are incredibly efficient. A high-quality wood burner can be able to achieve an Ecodesign rating as high as 77 percent. With the increasing cost of energy, it is essential to ensure that you are getting the maximum benefit from your log burner The good news is that this is much simpler than ever!
The moisture content of wood is one of the main factors that determines how efficient a stove that burns wood is. This is why we suggest only using seasoned wood which has been dried for at least one year, and more often two years. The more dry the wood more dry, the better it burns. This results in less smoke and less harmful emissions.
A wood-burning stove also is an eco-friendly fuel source which is great for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you are also helping to support the active management and conservation of woodlands. This is great for wildlife.
As far as maintenance is concerned, the primary requirement for a wood stove is to frequently 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. Furthermore when you wait for a couple of days for the ashes to fully cool they can be used as an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can be used to polish jewelry and absorb odors.
A fireplace made of wood is a timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, the allure and charm of a roaring flame cannot be ignored. They're perfect for cosying up to on cold nights and are an ideal way to create a warm and inviting space in the heart of your home. Choose a high-quality wood burner and you'll be enjoying the benefits for years to be! Our expert chimney sweeps are available to assist you in getting the most value from your stove - give us a call today to learn more.
Low Carbon
Burners that are efficient and clean are one of the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. They also aid local woodland management. This is a fantastic way to support the wildlife that lives in your neighborhood.
Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollution if they are properly maintained and are used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. However, if they are not well maintained or used with poor quality wood, the smoke produced by them can contain fine particles (known as particulate pollution) which can cause irritation to the lung and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants like benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling air pollution can cause irritation of the lung and lead to asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing and irritation of the lungs. It may also cause heart disease, cancer or premature death.
Some people are concerned that wood-burning stoves will contribute to climate changes however this isn't true. Wood burning produces energy that is carbon-neutral. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when burned the carbon absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.
As the wood is sourced locally this decreases the amount of pollution that is released when it is transported. It is also essential to use high quality woods that are seasoned and seasoned as they will provide a longer and more even burning time than softwoods.
Modern wood stoves, including the ones made by Charlton &