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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Unlike traditional open wooden fireplaces wood stoves are specifically designed and optimized to burn wood. This allows them meet the stricter emission requirements.

Wood burning stoves produce dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling sounds. They also give you a primal feeling of warmth. However, the smoke it creates is contaminated with carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Wood-burning stoves and fireplaces are not just gorgeous, but they are also extremely efficient. A quality wood stove can attain an Ecodesign rating of up to 77 percent. It is vital to get the most value of your log stove, especially with rising energy costs. The good news is that it's now easier than ever before to do!

One of the main factors that determines the effectiveness of a wood burning stove is in the water content of the wood. This is why we recommend only using seasoned wood, which has been dried for at least one year, but more often two years. The more dry the wood and the more efficient it is to burn. This results in less smoke and less harmful emissions.

A wood burning stove offers the advantage of being an environmentally friendly fuel source, which is great for the environment. Furthermore, by buying locally sourced firewood you are aiding in the active management of forests, which is a great option for wildlife.

In terms of maintenance concerned, the primary requirement of a wood burner is to frequently remove and scoop up the ash. It can be a bit of a hassle but it's worth it to get the maximum heat from every log. Furthermore when you wait for a couple of days until the ashes completely cool, they can be reused as a non-toxic and eco-friendly ice melt. They can be used to polish jewelry and absorb smells.

A wood burner fireplace is a timeless classic. While they may be less popular than gas wooden Fireplaces however, there's no denying the charm and enthralling sound of a roaring log fire. These fires are great to cuddle to on cold winter nights, and create a warm and welcoming space in your home. Make sure you invest in a high-quality wood stove and you'll be reaping the benefits for many years to come! Our expert chimney sweeps are on hand to help you get the most out of your stove - give us a call now to find out more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that are efficient and clean are one of the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. Additionally, they can also assist in local woodland management, which is a excellent way to help the wildlife that lives in your local environment.

Fireplaces and wood-burning stoves cause very little pollution if they are maintained properly and are used with dry, seasoned firewood. When they are not properly maintained or make use of wood that is not of high quality the smoke produced contains fine particles often referred to as particulate pollutants, which can irritate lung organs and other body organs. Carbon monoxide, toxic air pollutants such as benzene and formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also found in. Inhaling air pollution can cause irritation of the lung and trigger asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing and lung irritation. It could also cause cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Some people worry that using a wood-burning stove will contribute to climate change however this isn't necessarily the case. Wood burning produces energy that is carbon-neutral. In the course of the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when burned the absorbed carbon is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is local, which decreases the amount of pollution emitted in the transportation process. It is also important to use high quality well-seasoned hardwoods, as they will give an extended and even burn than softwoods.

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

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

A wood-burning stove that has a hybrid unit or catalytic converter is the ultimate low carbon heating option. These units ignite the gasses and particulates from the initial combustion in a subsequent stage by mixing them with superheated air. The remaining gasses and particulates are transported through a catalytic combustion unit for a final and third combustion. This further reduces emissions to levels far below the standards set by the government.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves are engineered to burn fuel with the greatest efficiency possible. This results in minimal dust emissions into the atmosphere when burning wood. The air management system of the stove regulates the intake and venting of gases, ensuring that the combustion process occurs in a safe and controlled environment. It also regulates the height of the flame to maximise heat output and minimise emissions.

This means that your chimney as well as the surrounding area will be a lot cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter (also known as particle pollution) from incompletely combusted wood can cause respiratory problems like wheezing and coughing and can contribute to the development of heart disease such as stroke, diabetes, and other serious health conditions. Air pollution from wood combustion is a contributory factor in poor urban air quality.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood contains fine particulate matter and dangerous air pollutants like carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, benzene formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can get into the lungs and other organs, causing discomfort and damage and even death. Airborne dust can also damage surfaces within your home and give them a rough sensation.

It is essential to use only top quality, seasoned, and dried firewood when you use your wood burner white fireplace. The most valuable woods for electric firesuite heating are hardwoods, such as beech, oak and ash. Hardwoods are dense and BTU content, and they provide more heat than softwoods.

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

If you have a wood stove with a glass door, it's important to keep the glass clean of dirt and deposits. You can make use of a dry towel or oven cleaner spray for this. You can also add bicarbonate soda and water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your stove and chimney is also vital. This includes regular chimney cleanings to remove creosote as well as ensure proper functioning of your flue. It is also recommended to note the dates of periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you avoid costly repairs and extend the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Wood burning fireplaces are popular because they offer natural warmth. This type of fireplace needs some maintenance and upkeep. If not maintained and cleaned regularly, the chimney, flue and stove could all be potential sources of fires within your home. Fireplaces are also an excellent source of warmth when power is out, especially in winter, when snow storms could cause branches of trees to fall and rip up power lines.

Using a wood burner to heat your home can reduce your carbon footprint substantially when compared to other fossil fuel sources, such as gas. Modern wood stoves and inserts are made to meet EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards, which means that they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more seasoned wood you use, the more efficient the stove will be. You'll need less wood to get the same amount of heat.

The fireplaces need some maintenance and care. They should be placed away from the combustible materials and have a screen in place. Making sure the grate is free of ash and debris will help air flow and prevent the fire from dying out too quickly. Also, it will keep your indoors clean. You should have your stove and chimney swept at least twice per year to prevent the build-up of creosote, which can be a dangerous fire hazard and a blockage that can hinder circulation.

It may take some time for a new homeowner to learn to ignite, light and maintain a continuous ethonal fire in the fireplace. But, once you've mastered the art of building and maintaining the fire in your wood burner, it will be a source of constant pleasure that can provide heat and warmth for your home every year.

Wood-burning fireplaces have been in use in one form or another for nearly 500 years, and they've regained popularity due to their energy efficiency as well as their sustainability and natural warmth and aroma of real wood. Talk to your local Regency dealer about the advantages of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you're planning to buy a new heater.