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 stricter emission regulations.
Wood burning stoves emit dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling noises. They also provide an incredibly warm feeling. The smoke that is generated is filled with harmful air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
Efficient
Fireplaces and stoves made of wood provide beautiful and natural heat to the home, but they are also extremely efficient. A high-quality wood burner can be able to achieve an Ecodesign rating as high as 77 percent. It is essential to get the most value of your log burner in light of increasing energy costs. The good news is that it's much easier than ever to do!
One of the most important factors in how effective the wood-burning stove is will be the moisture content of the firewood. This is why we recommend only using seasoned wood, which has been dried for a minimum of one year, and more often two years. The more dry the wood and the more efficient it is to burn. This means lesser smoke and fewer harmful emissions.
A wood burning stove also is an environmentally friendly fuel source, which is good for the environment. Additionally, by purchasing locally sourced firewood you are aiding in the management of woodlands which is a good option for wildlife.
The only thing a wood-burning stove needs in terms of maintenance is that you regularly remove and eliminate the ash. This can be a bit of a nuisance, but it's worth it in order to ensure you get the maximum heat from each and every log. Additionally, if you wait 2-3 days for the ashes to completely cool and then reuse them to make an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and remove smells.
A fireplace with wood burning is a timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, their appeal and ambiance of a roaring fire cannot be ignored. They're ideal for cozying up to on cold evenings and are a great method of creating an inviting and warm space within your home. Invest in a quality wood stove and you'll start benefiting for many years to come! Call us today to learn more about how our experienced chimney sweeps can assist you in getting the most out of your stove.
Low Carbon
Wood burners that burn cleanly and efficiently are the most effective method to save money while keeping your home warm. They also support local woodland management. This is an excellent method to support the wildlife that lives in your neighborhood.
If properly maintained wood-burning stoves and fireplaces emit little or no pollution when they are used with dry and seasoned wood. If they aren't properly maintained or when they use wood of poor quality the smoke produced contains fine particles commonly referred to as particulate pollution that can cause irritation to the lungs and other body organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution may cause irritation of the lungs, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks and may even cause serious health issues such as cancer, heart disease, or premature death.
Some people fear that using a wood burning stove will contribute to climate change however this isn't necessarily true. Wood burning is a carbon neutral energy source. Throughout the lifetime of a tree it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when it is burnt, the absorbed carbon is released back into the atmosphere.
Since the wood is sourced locally, this reduces the amount of pollution emitted during transportation. It is crucial to choose hardwoods that are seasoned and of high quality. They burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.
Modern, EPA certified wood stoves and heaters (such as those manufactured by Charlton &