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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Unlike traditional open fireplaces wood stoves are engineered and designed to burn firewood. This allows them meet stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves provide dancing yellow flames, cosy crackling sound and that innate sense of warmth. However the smoke they release includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants like benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves made of wood provide beautiful and natural heat to your home, but they are also incredibly efficient. A quality wood stove can attain an Ecodesign rating of up to 77%. It is vital to get the most value of your wood burner in light of increasing energy costs. The good thing is that it's easier than ever to do!

A key factor in how effective a wood-burning stove can be is the water content of the wood. We recommend using only seasoned wood that has been dried for at least one year and often two years. The dryer the wood is the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and harmful emissions.

Another benefit of a wood burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. When you purchase locally-sourced wood, you can also help to contribute to the active conservation and management of forests. This is great for wildlife.

As far as maintenance is involved, the sole requirement of a wood burner is to frequently scoop up and dispose of the ash. It's somewhat of a hassle but it's worth it to get the best heat from each log. Additionally, if you wait 2-3 days for the ashes to completely cool and then reuse them to make an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb smells.

A fireplace with wood burning is a timeless classic. While they may be less popular than gas British fires but there's no denying the appeal and enthralling sound of a warm log fire. They are ideal to cuddle in on cold winter evenings, and they make a warm and inviting space within your home. Choose a high-quality wood stove and you'll start reaping the benefits for many years to be! Our chimney sweeps are on hand to help you get the most out of your stove. Give us a call today to find out more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn clean and efficiently are one of the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. As an added benefit they can also assist in local woodland management, a excellent way to help the wildlife that lives in your local environment.

Wood-burning stoves and fireplaces produce very little pollutant if they are properly maintained and used with dry, seasoned firewood. However, if they are not maintained well or using wood of poor quality, the smoke 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 such as benzene and formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also found in. Inhaling these types of air pollution may cause irritation to the lung as well as wheezing, coughing, and asthma attacks. It could even lead to serious health issues like cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Some people fear that using a wood-burning stove can cause climate change however this isn't necessarily the case. Burning wood produces energy that is carbon-neutral. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burnt, the carbon absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is sourced locally, which reduces the amount of pollution released during transportation. It is also essential to select high-quality well-seasoned hardwoods, as they will provide an extended and even burn than softwoods.

Modern, EPA certified wood stoves and heaters (such as those manufactured by Charlton & Jenrick) have significantly lower emissions than older stoves. They have been certified to meet 2020 EPA standards which are significantly stricter than earlier emission limits.

All wood-burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure that they don't cause a build-up of exhaust within your home. All of our DEFRA-exempt and clean burn stoves can produce clear exhaust when keeping the flames at a distance from the wood logs and by using dry and seasoned firewood.

A wood-burning stove that has a catalytic converter can provide the best low carbon heating option. These units re-ignite the gases and particulates that were ignited during the initial combustion in a subsequent stage by mixing them with superheated air. The remaining gases and particulates are transferred to a catalytic unit to create a final and third combustion. This further reduces emissions to levels well below the standards set by the government.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves are engineered to burn fuel with the highest efficiency that is achievable. This results in the release of a small amount of particles into the air when burning wood. The air management system of the stove regulates the intake and exhaust of gases, ensuring that the combustion process occurs in a controlled and sealed environment. It also regulates the flame height to reduce emissions and maximize the heat output.

This means your chimney and its surroundings will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter (also known as particle pollution) from incompletely combusted wood can cause respiratory problems like wheezing and coughing and contributes to the development of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other serious health conditions. The air pollution resulting from wood burning is also an important factor in poor air quality in urban areas.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood contains fine particulate pollution as well as hazardous air pollutants like carbon monoxide volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, benzene formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can penetrate deep into the lungs, and other organs, causing discomfort and harm, and even death. Dust particles from the air can also damage the surfaces in your home and give a gritty feel to rooms.

It's important to use only good quality, seasoned and dried firewood when you use your fireplace with a wood burner. Hardwoods such as oak beech, ash, and ash are the best for heating. Hardwoods are dense and have a higher BTU content than softwoods. They also provide more heat.

Check with your local authorities to determine if they have any rules concerning wood burning. These rules could include rules regarding odors and nuisances and visible emissions or smoke opacity restrictions.

It is essential to keep the glass of a stove with glass fronts free of dirt and deposits. This can be done with dry cloths or oven cleaner spray. You can also add bicarbonate soda and water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your stove and chimney is also crucial. Regular chimney cleaning is required to eliminate creosote, and to ensure that the flue is working properly. It is also important to mark the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to avoid costly repairs and prolong the life of your wood stove.

Low Maintenance

Many people opt to install wood-burning fireplaces due to the warmth and natural beauty they provide. This kind of fireplace requires a bit of maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue, and stove are all potential sources of house fires if they are not cleaned and maintained regularly. These fireplaces are also a great source of heat when the power goes out, particularly in winter when snow storms can cause branches to fall from trees and rip down power lines.

If you use a wood stove to heat your home, you will reduce your carbon footprint when compared to other fossil sources of energy like gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts and fireplaces shop are constructed to conform to EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency), which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more seasoned the wood is the more efficient it will be, so you'll burn less to generate the same amount of heat.

These fireplaces require some upkeep and attention, including making sure they are placed away from combustible materials and a screen is installed. Cleaning the grate of debris and ash will allow airflow and prevent the electric fire from dying out too quickly and keep your indoors clean. You should have your chimney and stove swept at least once a year to prevent the build-up of creosote which could create a dangerous fire hazard and obstructions that could hinder circulation.

A wood burning stove needs to be maintained on a regular basis and it may take time for a novice homeowner to understand how to light, ignite, and maintain a steady fire in the fireplace. But, once you've achieved the art of creating and maintaining the fire in your wood stove, it can be a source of lasting pleasure that can provide heat and warmth for your home all year long.

Wood burning fireplaces have been in use in one form or another for nearly 500 years, and have rediscovered their popularity because of their energy efficiency and sustainability, as well as the natural warmth and scent of real wood. If you're thinking of buying the purchase of a new heater, consult with your local certified Regency dealer to find out more about the benefits of a wood stove or an insert for your home.