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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 stricter emission regulations.

Wood burning stoves emit sparkling yellow flames and soft crackling sounds. They also provide an incredibly warm feeling. However, the smoke it creates includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants, such as formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces And Stove and stoves that burn wood provide a 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 percent. With the rising cost of energy, it is important to make sure you’re getting the maximum benefits from your log burner – the good news is that it’s much easier than ever!

A key factor in the efficiency of a wood burning stove is in the moisture content of the firewood. We recommend using only dried and seasoned wood that has dried for at least one year and in many cases two years. The more dry the wood, the better it burns. This results in lesser smoke and fewer harmful emissions.

Another benefit of a wood-burning stove is that it’s an eco-friendly source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. Furthermore, by buying locally-sourced firewood, you’re helping to support the active management of forests which is a good option for wildlife.

The only thing that a wood burning stove needs in terms of maintenance is to take away and get rid of ash. This can be a bit of a hassle, but is well worth it in order to ensure that you get the most heat from each log. In addition when you wait for a couple of days for the ashes to fully cool they can be used to make an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery or absorb the odors.

A wood burner fireplace is a truly timeless classic. While they’re not as popular than gas fireplaces, their appeal and ambiance of a roaring fire cannot be disregarded. They’re great for snuggling in the cold winter nights and are a perfect way to create an inviting and warm space within your home. Choose a high-quality wood burner and you’ll be benefiting for many years to come! Contact us today to find out more about how our experienced chimney sweeps can help you get the most out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that are clean and efficient are one of the best ways to save money on logs and keep your home warm. They also support local woodland management. This is a great method to support wildlife in your local area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are maintained properly and operated with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. However, when they are not well maintained or using wood of poor quality, the smoke produced by them can contain fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can irritate the lung and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as harmful air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution may cause irritation of the lungs wheezing, coughing and asthma attacks and may even cause serious health issues like cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Some people are worried that wood-burning stoves will cause climate change However, this isn’t true. Wood burning produces energy that is carbon-neutral. In the course of the life of a tree it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burnt, the absorbed carbon is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is sourced locally, which reduces the amount of pollution released during transportation. It is essential to select hardwoods that are well-seasoned and of high quality. They burn longer and more evenly 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 tested and certified to meet the 2020 EPA standards which are considerably more strict than previous emissions limits.

All wood-burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure that they do not create a haze of exhaust in your house. By keeping flames above the logs, and ensuring you use dry, seasoned wood, all our current clean burn and DEFRA exempt stoves can produce extremely clear exhaust and have particulate levels that are 60% or more below the DEFRA limit.

A wood-burning stove with a catalytic converter can provide the most efficient low carbon heating option. These units re-ignite gasses and particles from the initial combustion in a second phase by mixing them superheated air. They then funnel the remaining gasses and particulates through a catalytic combustor for a third and final combustion, reducing emissions to a level that is well below the government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel at the highest efficiency possible. This results in the emission of very small particles into air when burning wood. The air management system of the stove controls the intake and venting of gases to ensure the combustion process takes place in a safe and controlled environment. It also regulates the height of the flame to minimise emissions and maximise heat output.

This means your chimney and surrounding area will be much cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also referred to as particle pollution, resulting from incompletely burned wood can cause respiratory issues, like coughing and wheezing. It can also contribute to heart disease and stroke, diabetes and other serious ailments. Wood burning also contributes to poor air quality in cities.

Smoke from poorly burned timber contains fine particulate pollutants and harmful air pollutants such as carbon monoxide as well as other harmful air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene, and formaldehyde. These particles can get into the lungs and other organs, causing discomfort and injury, and even death. Dust particles from the air can also cause a hazard to surfaces within your home with a smudge-like sensation.

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

It is also important to determine if your local authority has regulations regarding wood burning. They could include rules for nuisance or odor and visible emissions or the opacity limit for smoke.

If you have a wood stove with glass doors, it’s important to keep the glass clean of grime and deposits. This can be done with a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray. Alternatively, you can add bicarbonate of soda with a bit of water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your chimney and stove is also vital. Regular chimney cleanings are required to remove creosote, and to ensure that the flue works correctly. It is also important to mark the dates of your periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to avoid costly repairs and prolong the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Many people opt to install wood burning fireplaces due to the warmth and natural beauty they provide. This type of fireplace requires some maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue and stove are all possible sources of house fires if they are not cleaned and maintained regularly. They also provide warmth in the event of an electrical outage, particularly during winter storms when branches of trees can fall and power lines could be knocked down.

When you use a wood stove to heat your home, you can reduce your carbon footprint when compared to other fossil sources of fuel like gas. Modern wood stoves and inserts are designed to comply with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards, which means that they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more well-seasoned wood is, the more efficient it will be as well which means you’ll burn less of it to get the same amount of heat.

Fireplaces require some maintenance and care. They should be kept away from materials that ignite and have a screen installed. The air flow can be improved by keeping the grate free of ash and other debris. This will ensure that the fire is burning longer and your home clean. You should have your chimney and stove cleaned at least two times per year to prevent creosote accumulation that could create an fire hazard or blockage and limit the airflow.

It may take some time for a new homeowner to learn to ignite, light and maintain a steady fire in the fireplace. However, once you have learned the art of creating and maintaining an open flame in your wood stove, it can be a source of constant pleasure that will provide warmth and warmth to your home every year.

Wood burning fireplaces are around in some form or another for more than 500 years. They’ve gained popularity due to their efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth of wood. If you’re thinking about buying the purchase of a new heater, consult with your local Regency certified dealer to learn more about the advantages of a wood stove or an insert for your home.