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A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space A small wood burner brings warmth and personality to your living space. You can use it to cook, especially when you choose a model with a stovetop option. Larger wood stoves burn less efficiently when the draft is turned down and produce more creosote. The Louis stove is designed to be lightweight and suitable for yurts caravans or shepherds' huts. boats or vans. Cooking One of the many benefits of having a small wood stove is cooking it. This can bring a true satisfaction and pride and also a chance to escape the hectic pace of modern living. Planning is key when cooking on a wood stove. Make sure to plan ahead and choose recipes that do not require high heat. Soups, stews, and casseroles are all good options. It's also recommended to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner accessories including the cooker plate for wood stoves, which replaces the blanking plate on the stove's top and creates a powerful hotplate for cooking with which is perfect for heating your kettle! Use only the best quality, seasoned firewood to ensure your stove is working well and is cooking at the right temperature. This will reduce creosote, which can cause issues with chimneys if it is not burned properly. Hardwoods such as oak or Ash are recommended as they produce long coals that release heat slowly over the course of time. understanding on your stove can be opened or closed to control the flow of air. This allows you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering soups and casseroles and ensuring the most efficient combustion. It is recommended to familiarize yourself with your stove and try opening the baffles and closing them at different points to find out what settings provide the best results for a specific task. It is also recommended to buy trivets that are designed to be placed on top of your stove. This will stop your kettle from boiling dry if you leave it on the stove, which could be a common mistake to make when first using the log burner! It's also recommended to purchase an electric kettle with whistles built-in and can be extremely beneficial for those who like having a quick cup of coffee or tea. Warmth Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. They not only warm your home, but they can also help to ensure a sustainable and healthy energy supply. The burning of wood reduces the demand for electricity at times when the grid is busiest. This helps reduce the cost of electricity. A stove can be used to heat hot water for radiators and taps. This is perfect for those who live in a tiny home or boat, and do not have enough space to store a water heater. Another way to make use of a wood stove is to cook on it! There are many wood stoves that have flat tops, which are ideal to heat pots and pans. You can use it to fry, boil or steam, or roast. Check that your stove can burn the fuel you are planning to use and is safe to use it. Keep your wood stove clean. This will prevent dangerous creosote build up and ensure a clear view of the flames. It is essential to remove any excess ash. Wood burner clearance sale is also a good idea to ensure that you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure you have the most efficient burn and reduce toxins in the air. Idealy, the firewood should be split, cut and stored in a location with good ventilation for at minimum a year before it is brought inside. You can also purchase kiln dried logs that are cut and bagged and easy for you to store and transport. It is also important to make sure that the wood stove you select is the right size for the area in which it is installed. Too large a wood stove can create smaller fires which will create more creosote. This will limit the amount of heat generated. A small wood-burning stove can provide 500 square feet of heat while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and a large wood stove can be able to heat 2200 square feet. Character A small wood stove can add a touch of warmth and character to your kitchen and living space. Our Ecodesign stoves have been DEFRA exempted from use in smoke-controlled zones, so you can enjoy them in both urban and rural settings. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel, and features a landscape-style glass pane. It is suitable for modern and classic interiors. If you're seeking a wood burning stove that has stunning flame visuals take a look at the Stovax Futura 4. This contemporary log burner comes with curving doors that have large viewing windows. It has incredible flame visualization. Air jets within the advanced combustion system direct air to the key areas of the fire, ensuring top performance. Different types of firewood have differing amounts of water at the start, depending on where they grow (willow is found in soils that are damp and near water bodies, for example) and therefore, some require more time to season than others. Installation A wood burner in your kitchen is a great way to give it a feeling of warmth and personality. A small stove can also help you reduce your fuel costs by not having to heat your entire home. It's worth booking an appointment with a HETAS installer to visit your home if you're contemplating installing an appliance. This will allow them to assess the fireplace area and give you a precise estimate. Not only the price of the stove needs to be taken into consideration and also the amount of preparation work and extras you will need to do at home. It's crucial to hire the right expert because there's a lot to think about. You might need to have a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liners prevent harmful gases and smoke from escaping through cracks in the chimney brickwork, and contaminating the air inside your home. Installing one of these before installing your stove is a good idea especially if you have an older home. If you're planning to install an appliance in a space that has no chimney, you'll need install a twin wall flue system fitted. This will create a chimney system that is safe for smoke and fumes to escape. A twin wall system can be installed through your home and exit through the roof or by the side. This is more affordable and requires less work, but it is also less insulated. You'll also need to have a hearth built for the stove to sit on. This can be made of any non-combustible material, however it is recommended to choose something that is easily cleaned. You'll also need a flue liner and a cowl to protect. If you are looking for a small stove that will fit in your kitchen, then we suggest the British MI Small FlickrFlame. Its compact size makes it ideal for kitchens of all sizes and has a beautiful window to admire the flames from. It is a smoke-free model that has been DEFRA approved. This makes it suitable for use in areas where smoke control is needed.