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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace
In contrast to traditional open fireplaces, wood stoves are designed and optimised to burn wood. This allows them to comply with tighter emissions regulations.
Wood burning stoves emit dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling noises. They also give you an incredibly warm feeling. The smoke produced contains toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
Efficient
Wood burning stoves and fireplaces provide a beautiful and natural heat source to the 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 ensure that you get the most benefits from your log burner - the good news is that this is much easier than ever!
One of the main factors that determines the effectiveness of a wood burning stove is is the moisture content of the firewood. This is the reason we suggest only using wood that is seasoned, that has been dried for at least one year, but more often two years. The more dry the wood is more dry, the better it burns. 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 good for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you also help to contribute to the active management and conservation of forests. This is great for wildlife.
The only thing a wood-burning stove requires in terms of maintenance is to take away and dispose of ash. It can be a bit of a hassle, but it is worth it to get the most heat from every log. Furthermore, if you wait 2-3 days for the ashes to fully cool they can be used as a non-toxic and eco-friendly ice melt. They can be used to polish jewelry and also absorb odors.
A wood-burning fireplace is an old-fashioned classic. While they may be less popular than gas fires, there is no denying the charm and enthralling sound of a warm log fire. These fires are perfect 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 start benefiting for many years to come! Our chimney sweeps are available to assist you in getting the most out of your stove. Give us a call now to learn more.
Low Carbon
Wood burners that are clean and efficient are one of the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. They also aid local woodland management. This is a great way to support wildlife in your area.
Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are maintained properly and used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. When they are not properly maintained or use wood of poor quality, the smoke that is produced contains fine particles, also known as particulate pollutants that can cause irritation to the lung organs and other body organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling in wall fireplace of air pollution can cause irritation of the lungs, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks. It could even cause serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease or premature death.
Some people worry that using a wood-burning stove will contribute to climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood is a carbon neutral energy source. The tree absorbs carbon dioxide throughout its lifetime. When it is burned the carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere.
Since the wood is sourced locally, it reduces the amount of pollution that is released during transportation. It is also important to select top quality woods that are seasoned and seasoned as they will give an extended and more consistent burning time than softwoods.
Modern, EPA certified wood stoves and heaters (such as those made by Charlton & Jenrick) have much lower emissions than older stoves. They have been tested and certified to meet 2020 EPA standards which are considerably more stringent than the previous emission limits.
All wood burning stoves should be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure they do not cause a build-up of exhaust inside your home. By keeping the flames in the vicinity of the logs, and ensuring you use dry, seasoned wood, all of our current clean burn and DEFRA exempt stoves can produce very clear exhaust and have particulate levels that are 60 or more lower than the DEFRA limit.
A wood-burning stove with a hybrid unit or catalytic converter can provide the most efficient low carbon solution for heating. These units ignite gasses and particles released from the initial combustion in a subsequent phase by mixing them with superheated air. The remaining gasses and particulates are transferred to a catalytic unit to create a final and third combustion. This reduces emissions to levels that are below government standards.
Clean Burn
Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel at the highest efficiency. This results in the release of a small amount of particles into the air when burning wood. The stove's air management system regulates the intake and exhausting of gases, making sure that the combustion process takes place in a sealed, controlled environment. It also regulates flame height to maximise heat output and minimise emissions.
This means that your chimney and surrounding area will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, from incompletely burned wood can trigger respiratory problems, such as coughing and wheezing, and contribute to heart diseases and stroke, diabetes and other serious illnesses. Wood burning is also a contributor to poor air quality in cities.
Smoke from poorly burned timber has fine particulate pollution and hazardous air pollutant such as carbon monoxide as well as other harmful air pollutants like nitrogen oxides as well as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as well as benzene and formaldehyde. These particles can get into the lungs and other organs, causing discomfort and injury, and even death. Airborne dust can also contaminate surfaces within your home, giving them a gritty sensation.
It is important to select good quality, seasoned and dried firewood for your fireplace with a wood burner. Hardwoods such as oak, ash, and beech are the most efficient for heating. Hardwoods are dense and BTU content. They also offer more heat than softwoods.
Check with your local authority to see if they have any rules about wood burning. These may include nuisance/odor rules and visible emissions or the opacity limit for smoke.
It is crucial to keep the glass of a stove with an open front that is free of grime and deposits. You can use a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray to do this. You can also add bicarbonate soda mixed with water to the glass.
Regular maintenance is also important for your stove and chimney. This includes regular chimney cleanings to remove creosote as well as ensure proper operation of the flue. You should also mark the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to prevent costly repairs and extend your wood burner's life.
Low Maintenance
Wood burning fireplaces are very popular because they offer natural warmth. However, this kind of fire requires some upkeep and maintenance. If not maintained and cleaned regularly the chimney, flue, and stove can all have the potential to cause fires within your home. These fireplaces also provide heat in the event of a power outage, especially during winter storms when branches of trees can fall and power lines could be damaged.
Using a wood burner to heat your home will reduce your carbon footprint substantially compared to other fossil fuel sources like gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts and fireplaces are built to conform to EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency), which means they produce very little emissions. The more well-seasoned the wood is and the better it is, the more efficient it will be, so you'll burn less to generate the same amount of heat.
These fireplaces require some upkeep and attention, such as ensuring they are positioned away from the ignition source and that a screen is in place. Cleaning the grate of ash and debris will aid in the flow of air and prevent the fire from dying out too quickly. Also, it will keep your indoors clean. It is important to have your stove and chimney swept at least two times per year to prevent the accumulation of creosote that could create an fire hazard or blockage and limit ventilation.
It could take a while for a new homeowner to learn how to light, ignite and maintain a constant fire in the fireplace. But, once you've achieved the art of creating and maintaining the fire in your wood stove, it can be a source of lasting pleasure that will provide warmth and warmth to your home all year long.
Wood burning fireplaces have been in use in a variety of forms or styles for over 500 years. They've gained a lot of attention because of their efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth that comes from wood. If you're considering the purchase of a new heater, consult with your local certified Regency dealer to learn more about the benefits of an insert or stove made of wood for your home.