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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Wood stoves, in contrast to traditional open fireplaces, are designed to use wood for combustion. This allows them to meet stricter emission regulations.

Wood burning stoves produce glowing yellow flames that dance and warm crackling sounds. They also give you an incredibly warm feeling. However the smoke they release contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Wood burning stoves and fireplaces provide a beautiful and natural heat to your home, they are also extremely efficient. A good quality wood burner can attain an Ecodesign rating of as high as 77%. With the rising cost of energy, it is essential to ensure that you get the most value from your log stove The good thing is that this is much simpler than ever before!

The moisture content of firewood is an important factor that determines how efficient a stove that burns wood is. This is why we recommend only using seasoned wood that has been dried for at least one year, but more often two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

Another benefit of a wood-burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. In addition, by buying locally-sourced firewood, you are helping to promote the active management of forests which is a good option for wildlife.

In terms of maintenance concerned, the only requirement for a wood burner is to take out and dispose of the ash. It can be somewhat of a hassle, but it is worth it to get the maximum heat out of every log. In addition when you wait for a couple of days for the ashes to completely cool and then reuse them as an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and remove the odors.

A wood-burning white Fireplace is a timeless classic. Although they're not as popular than gas fireplaces however, there's no denying the charm and enthralling sound of a warm log fire. These ethanol fires are great for snuggling up with on cold evenings, and they make a warm and inviting space in your home. Make sure you invest in a high-quality wood stove and you'll start benefiting for many years to be! Our chimney sweeps are here 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 efficient and clean are one of the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. Additionally, they also help to support local woodland management, which is a great way of supporting the wildlife in your local environment.

Wood-burning cheap fireplaces and stoves create very little pollution if they are maintained properly and used with dry, seasoned firewood. If they are not properly maintained or when they use wood that is of poor quality, the smoke that is produced is a result of fine particles, commonly referred to as particulate pollution that can cause irritation to the lung organs and other body organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution can cause irritation of the lungs as well as wheezing, coughing, and asthma attacks and may even cause serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Many people are concerned that using a wood-burning stove could contribute to climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood produces energy that is carbon neutral. Through 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 released during transportation. It is also important to select high-quality, seasoned hardwoods as these will give an extended and even burn than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, such as the ones manufactured by Charlton & Jenrick, emit much less pollution than older stoves. They have been certified to meet 2020 EPA standards that are significantly more stringent than the previous emission limits.

To avoid a build up of exhaust inside your home, all wood burning stoves must be vented completely to the outside. All of our current DEFRA-exempt, clean burn stoves can create clear exhaust when keeping the flames in the vicinity of the wood logs and by using dry and seasoned firewood.

A wood burning stove equipped with a catalytic converter or hybrid unit can offer the ultimate low-carbon heating solution. These units re-ignite the gasses and particulates from the initial combustion in a second stage 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 the government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel with the highest efficiency possible. This results in a minimum amount of dust emissions into the atmosphere when burning wood. The stove's air management system controls the intake and exhausting of gases, ensuring that the combustion process takes place in a sealed, controlled atmosphere. 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 cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, is a result of incompletely burned wood can cause respiratory issues, such as wheezing and coughing, and contribute to heart diseases and stroke, diabetes and other serious ailments. Wood burning can also contribute to poor air quality in cities.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood is a mixture of fine particulate pollution as well as hazardous air pollutants like carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can penetrate deep into the organs of the lungs which can cause discomfort, damage and even death. Airborne dust can also harm the surfaces in your home, and can give an unpleasant sludge-like feel to rooms.

It's important to use only high-quality, seasoned and dried firewood for your wood burner fireplace. The most efficient woods for heating are hardwoods, such as oak, ash and beech. Hardwoods are extremely dense and have higher BTU content than softwoods. They also have more heat.

Check with your local authorities to see if they have any rules concerning wood burning. They could include rules for nuisance or odor and visible emissions or the opacity limit for smoke.

If you have a wood stove with glass doors it is essential to keep the glass free of deposits and grime. You can use a dry towel or oven cleaner spray to do this. You can also add bicarbonate of soda mixed with a small amount of water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your stove and chimney is also vital. Regular chimney cleaning is required to get rid of creosote and to ensure that the flue is working correctly. It is also recommended to note the dates of 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 due to their natural warmth. This type of fireplace needs some maintenance and upkeep. If it is not maintained and cleaned regularly the chimney, flue, and stove could all be fire hazards within your home. These fireplaces also provide heat in the event of a power outage, particularly during winter storms when tree branches can fall and power lines could be ripped down.

Using a wood stove to heat your home will reduce your carbon footprint substantially compared to other fossil fuel sources such as gas. Modern wood stoves, White fireplace inserts and stone fireplaces are built to conform to EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency), which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more well-seasoned the wood is, the more efficient it will be as well, so you'll burn less of it to produce the same amount of heat.

Fireplaces require some attention and maintenance. They should be kept away from combustible material and have a screen. Keeping the grate clear of ash and debris will help air flow and will stop the fire from dying too quickly. Also, it will keep your home clean. It is recommended that your chimney and stove swept at least twice a year to prevent creosote accumulation which could cause a fire hazard or clog and limit circulation.

It can take a while for a new homeowner to learn to ignite, light and maintain a continuous fire in the marble 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 around in a variety of forms for more than 500 years and they've gained a new following because of their efficiency as well as their sustainability and natural warmth and smell of real wood. Talk with your local Regency dealer about the advantages of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you're planning to buy an upgrade to your heater.