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 comply with tighter emissions regulations.
Wood burning stoves produce glowing yellow flames that dance and warm crackling sounds. They also give you warmth and a warm sensation. However the smoke that it produces includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants, such as formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
Efficient
Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood offer a stunning and natural heat to the home, but they are also extremely efficient. A good quality wood burner can achieve an Ecodesign rating of up to 77 percent. With rising energy costs it is crucial to ensure you're getting the maximum benefit from your log burner - the good news is that it's much easier than ever!
The amount of moisture in firewood is a key factor that determines how efficient a wood-burning stove is. We recommend using only well-seasoned wood that has been dried over a period of at least one year and in some cases, two years. The drier the wood the more efficiently it burns which means less smoke and harmful emissions.
Another advantage of a wood-burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is fantastic for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you can also help to support the active conservation and management of woodlands. This is great for wildlife.
In terms of maintenance concerned, the only requirement for a wood stove is to scoop up and dispose of the ash. It's a bit of a hassle but it's worth it to get the best heat from every log. In addition that if you wait a couple of days for the ashes to fully cool, they can be reused to make an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery or absorb odors.
A fireplace with wood burning is a timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, the appeal and appeal of a roaring flame cannot be ignored. They are ideal for snuggling up with on cold evenings, and they create a warm and welcoming space within your home. A high-quality wood stove will pay off for many years. Our expert chimney sweeps are on hand to help you get the most from your stove. Give us a call today to find out more.
Low Carbon
Wood burners that burn cleanly and efficiently are the most effective option to save money while keeping your home warm. They also help local woodland management. This is a great option to help wildlife in your local area.
Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create minimal pollution when they are properly maintained and used with dry, seasoned firewood. When they are not maintained properly or make use of wood that is not of high quality, the smoke that is produced contains fine particles often referred to as particulate pollutants that can cause irritation to the lungs and other organs of the body. It also contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this kind of air pollution can cause lung irritation, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks. It could even lead to serious health issues like heart disease, cancer, or premature death.
Some people worry that using a wood-burning stove can cause climate change, but this is not necessarily the case. Burning wood is a carbon neutral energy source. Throughout the lifetime of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when burned the carbon dioxide absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.
Because the wood is harvested locally this decreases the amount of pollution that is released during transportation. It is also essential to use high quality well-seasoned hardwoods, as they will give an extended and more consistent burn than softwoods.
Modern wood stoves, such as the ones made by Charlton &