How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner white fireplace

Unlike traditional open fireplaces wood stoves are engineered and designed to burn wood. This allows them to meet stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves are renowned for their dancing yellow flames, cosy crackling sounds, and that primordial feeling of warmth. The smoke that is generated is contaminated by air pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Wood-burning stoves and fireplaces are not just stunning, but they are also incredibly efficient. A quality wood stove can achieve an Ecodesign rating of up to 77%. It is essential to get the most value of your log burner in light of rising energy costs. The good thing is that it's much easier than ever to do!

A key factor in how effective the wood-burning stove is in the moisture content of the firewood. This is the reason we suggest only using seasoned wood, which has been dried for a minimum of 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.

A wood burning stove has the benefit 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 woodlands. This is great for wildlife.

The only thing that a wood burning stove needs in terms of maintenance is to remove and eliminate the ash. This can be a little bit of a hassle but is well worth it in order to ensure you get most heat from every log. If you allow the ashes 2-3 days to cool completely, Electric Fire they can also be utilized as a non-toxic and green melting ice. They can also be used to polish jewellery or absorb smells.

A fireplace made of wood is a timeless classic. While they may be less popular than gas fireplaces, there is no denying the appeal and appeal of a warm log fire. These fires are great to snuggle up with on cold evenings, and they create a warm and welcoming space within your home. Investing in a high-quality wood stove will pay off for many years. Contact us today to find out more about how our experienced chimney sweeps can help you get the best out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn cleanly and efficiently are the best way to save money while keeping your house warm. As an added benefit they also aid in local woodland management, a excellent way to help the wildlife that lives in your local area.

Wood-burning stoves and fireplaces produce very little pollutant if they are properly maintained and operated with dry, seasoned firewood. If they are not properly maintained or use wood of poor quality, the smoke that is produced is a result of fine particles, often referred to as particulate pollutants that can cause irritation to the lungs and other body organs. Carbon monoxide, air pollutants that are toxic such as benzene and formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are also present. Inhaling air pollution can cause lung irritation and trigger asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing and lung irritation. It may also cause cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Some people worry that using a wood burning stove could contribute to climate change, but this is not necessarily the case. The combustion of wood produces energy that is carbon neutral. The tree absorbs carbon dioxide throughout its lifetime. When burned, the carbon is released into the atmosphere.

The wood is local, which decreases the amount of pollution produced during the transport process. It is also important to use high quality, seasoned hardwoods as these will have a longer and more even burning time than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, like the ones made by Charlton & Jenrick, emit much less pollution than older stoves. They are certified to meet 2020 EPA standards which are significantly more strict than previous emission limits.

To avoid the buildup of exhaust in your home, all wood-burning stoves must be vented completely to the outside. By keeping the flames in the vicinity of the logs and ensuring that you use dry, seasoned wood, all of our current clean burn and DEFRA exempt stoves are capable of producing very clear exhaust and have particulate levels 60% or more below the DEFRA limit.

A wood-burning stove with an integrated unit or catalytic converter is the ultimate low carbon heating option. These units ignite gasses and particles that were ignited during the initial combustion in a subsequent phase by mixing them superheated air. They then funnel the remaining gasses and particulates through a catalytic combustor for the third and final combustion, further the reduction of emissions to levels much lower than the standards set by the government.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel at the highest possible efficiency. This results in the emission of a small amount of particles into the air when burning wood. The stove's air management system controls the intake and exhausting of gases, ensuring that the combustion process occurs in a controlled, sealed environment. It also regulates the flame's height to minimize emissions and increase the heat output.

This means that your chimney and surrounding area will be a lot cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, from wood that is not properly burned can cause respiratory problems, such as coughing and wheezing, and contribute to heart diseases and stroke, diabetes and other serious conditions. The smoke from wood burning is also a contributory factor in poor urban air quality.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood is a mixture of fine particulate matter and dangerous air pollutants, including carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, benzene formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can penetrate deep into the lungs, and other organs causing discomfort, injury, and even death. Airborne dust can also contaminate surfaces within your home, giving them a gritty feeling.

When using your wood-burning fireplace, it's important to only use firewood of the highest quality that has been seasoned and dried. The most valuable woods for heating are hardwoods such as oak, ash and beech. Hardwoods are dense and BTU content. They also provide more heat than softwoods.

Check with your local authorities to see whether they have rules concerning wood burning. These may include nuisance/odor rules and visible emissions, or opacity limits for smoke.

If you have a wood stove with glass doors it is important to keep the glass free of grime and deposits. This can be done using dry cloths or oven cleaner spray. You can also add bicarbonate of soda mixed with a bit of water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your stove and chimney is also essential. Regular chimney cleaning is required to get rid of creosote and also to ensure that the flue works correctly. It is also recommended to note the dates of periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you to prevent costly repairs and extend the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Many people opt to install wood burning fireplaces electric due to the natural warmth they generate. This type of fireplace needs some maintenance and upkeep. If not cleaned and maintained regularly the chimney, flue and stove can all have the potential to cause fires in your home. These fireplaces are also a great source of heat when power is out, particularly in winter when snow storms can cause branches to fall from trees and rip down power lines.

Using a wood stove to heat your home can reduce your carbon footprint substantially compared to other fossil fuel sources such as gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts, and cheap fireplaces are designed to meet EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency), which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more seasoned the wood is and the better it is, the more efficient it will be which means you'll burn less of it to get the same amount of heat.

The fireplaces need some care and maintenance. They should be placed away from combustible material and have a screen in place. The flow of air will be improved by keeping the grate free of ash and debris. This will help keep the ethanol fire burning longer and your home tidy. You should have your stove and chimney cleaned at least twice per year to avoid creosote accumulation which could create an extremely dangerous fire hazard as well as a blockage that can hinder ventilation.

It can take a while for a new homeowner to master the art of to ignite, light and maintain a constant fire in the fireplace. However, once you have learned the art of creating and maintaining a fire in your wood burner, it will be a source of enduring pleasure that will provide warmth and warmth to your home every year.

Wood burning fireplaces have been in use in some form or another for more than 500 years. They've gained a lot of attention due to their energy efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth of real wood. Talk with your local Regency dealer about the benefits of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you're looking to buy a new heater.