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A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood burner adds warmth and character to your living space. It can also be used to cook, especially if you choose one with the option of a stovetop.
Larger wood stoves burn less efficiently when the draft is reduced and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove, and is suitable for yurts or caravans.
Cooking
Cooking on small wood-burning stoves is one of the many benefits that come with having one. This can bring a true sense of pride and enjoyment and also a chance to get away from the frantic pace of modern life.
Planning is key when cooking on a stove made of logs. It takes longer for the stove to get heated, so it is important to plan accordingly, and select recipes that don't require a lot of heat - soups, stews, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. It's also a good idea to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner equipment, like the cooker plate for the wood stove, which replaces the blanking plate on the stove's top and makes a very efficient hotplate to cook with - perfect for heating up your kettle!
Use only the best quality well-seasoned firewood to ensure your stove is working properly and can cook at the right temperature. This will decrease the amount of creosote which can cause problems with chimneys if not burned properly. Hardwoods like oak and ash, are recommended for their ability to create long coals that release less heat over time.
Stove baffles can be shut and opened to control the airflow around the fire, which will help to optimise combustion and create a flame that is capable of providing the ideal amount of heat for toasting bread and slow simmering of soups and casseroles. It is recommended to learn about your stove and try opening and closing the baffles them at different times to determine which settings give the best results for a particular task.
A trivet is also an excellent idea. It's designed to sit on your stove. This will keep 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! You can also buy a stovetop tea kettle with an integrated whistle. This is ideal for those who want making an instant cup of coffee or a cup of tea.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a fantastic source of warmth. They not only warm your home, but they also help to create an eco-friendly and sustainable energy supply. Burning wood reduces electricity demand when the electricity grid is the busiest and helps lower electricity prices for everyone!
You can also set up a stove to heat the hot water supply to your taps and radiators. This is ideal for those who live in a smaller house, caravan, or narrowboat that doesn't have enough space for the water heater.
Cooking on wood stoves is a fantastic way to use it! There are a variety of wood stoves with flat tops that are perfect for heating pans and pots. It can be used to fry, boil or steam or roast. Be sure to ensure that whether your stove is capable burning the type of fuel you want to use and that it is safe for doing so.
Clean your wood stove. This will stop the dangerous creosote build-up and will keep the flames visible. It is crucial to regularly remove excess ash.
It is important to ensure that you're using clean, well-seasoned wood. This will allow you to have the most efficient and safest burning possible and will also help reduce the amount of toxins that are released into the air. Ideally outside wood burners must have been cut and split and stored in a well-ventilated area for at least 12 months before you bring it inside to use. You could also buy Kiln dried logs that are already cut and bagged, making them easy to transport and store.
You should also make sure that your wood stove is designed to fit in the space that you intend for to install it in. Too large a wood stove will result in smaller fires, which result in more creosote. This will reduce the amount of heat produced. A small wood burning stove can be able to heat 500 square feet while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and a large wood stove will provide heat to 2,200 square feet.
Character
A small wood stove can add warmth and character to the kitchen and living spaces. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt for use in smoke controlled zones, which means you can use these stoves in both urban and rural environments. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood and multi fuel, comes with a glass pane that is landscape-oriented and is suitable for classic and contemporary interiors.
If you're looking for a wood burning stove that offers stunning flame images take a look at the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and large viewing windows, this modern log burner has stunning flame images. Air jets within the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, ensuring excellent performance. Different types of firewood have differing amounts of water at the start in relation to the location they grow (willow is found in soils that are damp and close to water bodies, for example), so some require longer seasons than others.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and character. A small stove can also help you cut down on cost of fuel by not having to heat your entire home.
It's worth booking an appointment with an HETAS installer to visit your home if you're thinking of installing an appliance. This will enable them to evaluate the fireplace area and provide you with an accurate estimate.
Not just the cost of the stove should be taken into consideration as well as the amount of preparation work and additional tasks you'll need to perform at home. It's crucial to hire the right expert because there's a lot to think about.
As part of the installation process, you might have to install a chimney liner. Chimney liners stop toxic gasses and smoke from flowing through cracks in the chimney brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. Installing one prior to installing your stove is a good idea especially if you live in an older home.
If you're planning on installing a stove in a space without a chimney, you'll need to install a twin wall flue system installed. This will create a fake chimney system, which will provide a safe location for fumes and smoke to escape.
contemporary wood burners can be constructed through your home and exit through the roof or along the side. This is more affordable and requires less internal work, however it may be less well-insulated.
It is also necessary to have a hearth constructed for the stove to sit on. It can be constructed from any non-combustible material, but it is recommended to select one that is easy to clean. You'll also need an air liner and a cowl for protection.
If you are looking for a small stove that will fit in your kitchen, then we suggest the British MI Small FlickrFlame. Its small size makes it ideal for most kitchens. It also features an amazing window to see the flames. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA approved, which makes it suitable for use in smoke control zones.