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Wood Burning Stoves

Wood burning stoves are a great alternative to heating your home. They also provide radiant heat, that warms the ground to your feet instead of just the air inside the room.

It is important to purchase solid fuel that is low-sulfur and dry logs. This will help reduce pollution and avoid smoke bans in areas that control smoke.

Energy efficient

Wood stoves are a great method to warm your home sustainably and limit carbon emissions. They're an alternative that is low in carbon to central heating, or even electricity. They convert wood into heat, which is then distributed throughout your home via natural convection. This means that there is no energy loss as the heat is released into space.

Modern wood stoves are also energy efficient and reduce the amount of smoke that is released into the atmosphere. This means they produce smaller amounts of particles that could harm your health and help you to stay clear of the smog that has been observed in cities like London.

This is because modern wood burning stoves utilize catalytic technology to re-burn gases that were not burned to greatly increase efficiency and reduced emissions. There are also catalytic stoves that don't burn gasses, 913875.xyz but offer high efficiency and lower smoke levels compared to an open fireplace.

Additionally the use of wood as a fuel promotes the active management of woodlands, which can be beneficial to wildlife. The wood used in wood burning stoves is sourced locally and is a renewable, sustainable resource.

Hardwoods such as beech and oak are among the best woods to use in stoves that burn wood. To ensure that it burns efficiently, the wood should be split, 913875 cut and seasoned. It is important to note that wood that is not seasoned can result in toxic smoke that can cause a number of health issues, such as breathing in volatile chemicals.

Additionally, a wood burning stove can help you to save money on your energy bills because they can be much cheaper than central heating and electricity. Wood heat is only effective in smaller rooms or as a second heating source. As a result, it may be more cost effective to utilize a combination of wood stoves as well as other forms of heating for larger homes.

Environmentally Friendly

The modern homeowner has a lot to gain from wood stoves. It is an eco-friendly, low carbon heating source that can bring a lot of atmosphere to a room in the winter months. It is a social and fun activity to chop and gather the wood to fuel your stove. It is a wonderful opportunity to get outside in sunny weather. It's a fun family activity to source your fuel. Finding free logs in local businesses or timber dealers who are willing to buy offcuts is a great reward.

Wood burning stoves, however, have been recently criticized for their emissions. This has been primarily off the back of London Mayor Sadiq Khan calling for an immediate ban on wood burning stoves in urban areas to reduce PM (particulate matter) pollution. PM particles are less than human hair. They can be detrimental to our health.

Wood burning stoves are an environmentally sustainable option, despite the negative press. They can be a great method to heat your home and cut down on the cost of heating in the event of proper use. Modern stoves certified by the EPA are more efficient and emit less pollution than stoves from decades ago.

This is because they employ secondary combustion to create the majority of the gases generated by burning wood. Stoves that do not employ secondary combustion rather, but instead, burning the wood directly, emit more PM as the smoke passes through the chimney. Modern non-catalytical stoves feature features that have been improved, like firebox insulation and a large baffle that creates a hotter flow path. They also use pre-heated combustion to help the secondary burning process. This results in fewer harmful emissions.

The demand for wood burners that are energy efficient is rising as are the specifications for heat output. New stoves are designed to meet the demands of these customers. This is great for the environment as it reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

Economical

Modern wood burning stoves have an impressive energy efficiency rating. This is in contrast to traditional open fires which can be able to lose as much as 80 percent of their heat through the chimney. The majority of the heat produced by log burners is used to heat your home. This is not just great for your wallet but it's also good for the environment. Less fuel being burned equals lower carbon emissions.

Wood stoves are also more efficient at distributing heat better than conventional furnaces. This is because the heating coils of a wood stove are located in the floor of the room instead of being placed in the roof or ceiling area of a home, 913875 as is the case with certain electric and gas stoves. This type of heat distribution means that the entire house can be warmed more evenly.

In addition, you'll need to use less firewood when you are using wood stoves compared to an open fire, which can reduce the cost of purchasing and the storage of logs. Wood is a renewable source and is therefore a green way to heat your house. This is especially because many countries are looking to get away from fossil fuels such as oil and coal.

If you have a new wood stove, then it's most likely a catalytic model or a non-catalytic one. Catalytic models reduce pollution by reburning part of the combustion gasses. Wood stoves that are not catalytic do not burn a portion of the combustion gases and have lower efficiency ratings than catalytic stoves.

You must ensure that the stove you're buying is certified under the ClearSkies program to ensure that it meets air-quality standards. This scheme is independently audited in order to ensure that the stove you have reduces indoor air pollution.

You should be aware, however, that burning wood in a stove or 913875 fireplace is not a complete solution to pollution from the air. When heating your home wood stoves are best suited for smaller homes that are mainly open and not enclosed. In these situations you may be required to huddle up in front of the stove to feel the warmth. This can get a bit tiring after some time!

Versatile

Wood burning stoves are an essential feature in our homes. From simple fireplaces, to elaborate heating systems for homes They have proven their versatility through the years. They can be used to be a part of any decor, whether it's traditional, contemporary or even eclectic. There are many different styles of wood-burning stoves available each with a distinct style and character. Some are made of stainless steel while others are made of soapstone or cast iron, as in the Westfire Uniq 23. Each one is unique, with its own unique veining and color.

There are two types of wood-burning stoves namely stoves that only burn wood, and stoves that also burn oil or natural gas. Single-fuel models are generally better since they are designed to burn only one fuel.

Backpacking stoves are an excellent example of a single-fuel wood stove. They are typically lightweight, and can be used to heat water or boil the contents of a coffee flask on a hiking trip. They are usually small, and can be easily packed in a backpack, or put in a fanny pack.

The most modern of single-fuel wood stoves is designed with energy efficiency in the back of their minds. They may be equipped with a secondary heat-retaining glaze or redesigned with combustion air jets and an air flow diversion to reach higher combustion temperatures to increase efficiency. Some of these stoves achieve over the 80% efficiency of energy which is a significant improvement over the older models which only achieved 15%.

In addition to the adjustable air vents in the front of a wood stove, some models are fitted with turn dampers to regulate the gas and smoke flow from the stove to the chimney. The turn dampers, which can be rotatable, allow you to slow down or speed up the departure of exhaust gases from the stove, thus restricting the amount of heat retained.

While the wood burning stove is an adaptable efficient, sustainable, cost-effective, and green heating source, it is important to select the best model for your home. The team at Burlington Fireplace & Heating is knowledgeable and can assist you to select the best wood burning stove for your requirements. Call us today or visit our showroom.