How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

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

Wood burning stoves produce sparkling yellow flames and soft crackling sounds. They also give you a primal feeling of warmth. However, the smoke it creates includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants, such as formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide a beautiful and natural heat to the home, and they are incredibly efficient. A good quality wood burner can be able to achieve an Ecodesign rating of as high as 77 percent. With the rising cost of energy, it is crucial to ensure you are getting the maximum benefit from your log burner The good news is that it's more simple than ever before!

One of the main factors that determines how effective the wood-burning stove is will be the water content of the wood. We recommend using only dried and seasoned wood that has dried over a period of at least one year and in many cases two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns which means less smoke and harmful emissions.

Another great benefit of a wood burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. Furthermore, by buying locally sourced firewood you are helping to support the active management of forests, which is a great option for wildlife.

As far as maintenance is concerned, the primary requirement for a wood burner is to regularly remove and scoop up the ash. It can be a bit of a hassle however it is worth it to get the best heat from every log. Additionally that if you wait 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 also absorb the odors.

A wood-burning fireplace is a timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, the allure and charm of a fire that is roaring can't be ignored. These fires are perfect to cuddle to on cold winter evenings, and they make a warm and inviting space within your home. Investing in a high-quality wood burner will pay off for a long time. Our expert chimney sweeps are on hand to help you get the most value from your stove. Give us a call today to learn more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn cleanly and efficiently are the most efficient option to save money while keeping your house warm. They also support local woodland management. This is a great way to support the wildlife that lives in your neighborhood.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create minimal pollution when they are maintained properly and used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. However, when they are not well maintained or used with poor quality wood the smoke that is produced by them is contaminated with fine particles (known as particulate pollution) which can cause irritation to the lungs and other organs. Carbon monoxide, toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also present. Inhaling this kind of air pollution could cause irritation of the lungs wheezing, coughing and asthma attacks. It can even lead to serious health issues like cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Many people are concerned that using a wood burning stove can cause climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Wood burning is a carbon neutral energy source. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burned, the absorbed carbon is released back into the atmosphere.

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

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