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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

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

Wood burning stoves provide glowing yellow flames, cozy crackling sound and that innate sense of warmth. The smoke produced is filled with harmful air pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Wood burning stoves and stone fireplaces offer a stunning and natural heat to the home, and they are incredibly efficient. A good quality wood burner can achieve an Ecodesign rating of as high as 77 percent. It is essential to get the most out of your wood burner particularly with the increasing energy costs. The good thing is that it's now easier than ever before to do!

A key factor in the effectiveness of a wood burning stove is will be the water content of the wood. This is the reason we suggest only using seasoned wood, which has been dried for at least one year, but more often two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns, which results in 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 fantastic for the environment. When you purchase locally-sourced wood, you can also help to promote the active management and conservation of woodlands. This is beneficial for wildlife.

As far as maintenance is concerned, the only requirement for a wood burner is to regularly remove and scoop up the ash. It's a bit of a hassle but it's worth it to get the best heat from every log. Additionally that if you wait a couple of days for the ashes to completely cool they can be used as a non-toxic and eco-friendly ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and remove odors.

A wood burner fireplace is a truly timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, their appeal and ambiance of a roaring flame cannot be denied. These fires are perfect to cuddle up with on cold nights, and create a warm and welcoming space in your home. A high-quality wood burner will pay off for a long time. Our expert chimney sweeps are on hand to assist you in getting the most from your stove - give us a call now to learn more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that are clean and efficient are among the best ways to save the cost of logs while keeping your home warm. In addition, they also aid in local woodland management, which is a fantastic way to support the wildlife in your area.

If properly maintained, wood-burning fireplaces and stoves emit little or no pollution when they are used with dry and seasoned wood. However, if they are not maintained properly or are used with poor quality wood, the smoke produced by them is contaminated with fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can irritate the lung and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution could cause irritation of the lungs as well as wheezing, coughing, and asthma attacks and may even cause serious health issues like cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Many are concerned that wood-burning stoves can cause climate change however this isn't true. Burning wood produces energy that is carbon neutral. Throughout the lifetime of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when burned the carbon dioxide absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

Since the wood is sourced locally, this reduces the amount of pollution that is released during transportation. It is also essential to use high quality, seasoned hardwoods as these will give an extended and more consistent burn 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 previous emissions limits.

All wood-burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure they do not create a haze of exhaust within your home. All of our current DEFRA-exempt, clean burn stoves can produce very clear exhaust by keeping the flames at a distance from the wood logs and using dry, seasoned firewood.

A wood burning stove with an acatalytic converter or hybrid unit can provide the best low-carbon heating solution. These units re-ignite the particulates and gases from the initial combustion in a subsequent stage by mixing them with superheated air. They then funnel the remaining gases and particulates through a catalytic combustor for the third and final combustion, further decreasing emissions to levels that is well below the government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel with the highest efficiency possible. This results in minimal emissions of particles into the air when burning wood. The air management system of the stove controls the intake and venting of gases to ensure that the combustion process takes place in a sealed and controlled environment. It also regulates the flame's height to minimize emissions and increase the heat output.

This means that your chimney and the surrounding area will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also referred to as particle pollution, resulting from incompletely burned wood can cause respiratory problems, such as coughing and wheezing, and contribute to heart disease as well as stroke, diabetes and other serious illnesses. Wood burning also contributes to poor air quality in cities.

Smoke from poorly combusted timber has fine particulate pollution and dangerous air pollutants like carbon monoxide and other hazardous air pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene and formaldehyde. These particles can reach deep into the lungs and other organs and cause discomfort, damage and even death. Airborne dust can also contaminate the surfaces in your home, and can give an unpleasant sludge-like feel to rooms.

If you're using a fireplace with wood burning, it's important to only use firewood of the highest quality that has been properly seasoned and dried. The most efficient woods for heating are hardwoods like beech, ash, and oak. Hardwoods are dense and have a higher BTU than softwoods. They also provide more heat.

You should also check whether your local authority has any regulations regarding wood burning. They could include rules for nuisance or odor and visible emissions or opacity limits for smoke.

If you have a wood burner with a glass door, it's important to keep the glass clear of dirt and deposits. This can be done with a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray. You can also add bicarbonate soda and water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your stove and chimney is also essential. This includes regular chimney cleanings that remove creosote as well as ensure proper operation of the flue. You should also mark the dates of periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to avoid costly repairs and prolong the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Many people prefer installing wood burning fireplaces due to the natural warmth they generate. This type of fireplace stove needs some maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue and stove are all potential sources of house fires, if they're not maintained and cleaned regularly. stone fireplaces are also an excellent source of warmth when the power goes out, especially during winter when snowstorms can cause branches of trees to fall and rip up power lines.

When you use a wood stove to heat your home, you will reduce your carbon footprint compared to other fossil sources of fuel like gas. Modern wood stoves and inserts have been designed to conform to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards, which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more well-seasoned the wood is, the more efficient it will be as well which means you'll burn less to generate the same amount of heat.

They require some maintenance and care, including ensuring they are positioned away from the ignition source and that a screen is in place. The flow of air will be improved by keeping the grate clean of ash and debris. This will ensure that the fire is burning longer and your home clean. It is recommended that your stove and chimney cleaned every year at least two times to prevent the build-up of creosote, which can be a dangerous fire hazard and a clog that can restrict the flow of air.

It could take a while for a new homeowner to learn to ignite, light and maintain a constant fire in the fireplace. Once you've mastered the art, your wood burner will be an excellent source of warmth and comfort in your home.

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 energy efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth that comes from wood. If you're considering a new heater, talk with your local Regency certified dealer to learn more about the benefits of an insert or stove made of wood for your home.