A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood stove can bring warmth and character to any room. It can also be used to cook, especially when you select the model with the option of a stovetop.
Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is reduced and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be portable and is ideal for caravans and yurts.
Cooking
One of the many benefits of having a small wood stove is cooking on it. This can provide a very real sense of pride pleasure and care as well as an opportunity to unwind from the frantic pace of modern life for a while.
Planning is key when cooking on a stove made of logs. It takes longer for the stove to warm up, so it is important to plan accordingly and select recipes that don't require a lot of temperatures. For instance, stews, soups, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. wood burning stoves on sale 's also recommended to invest in a few of Charnwood's log burner accessories such as the cooker plate for wood stoves that replaces the blanking plate that is on the top of the stove and makes a very efficient hotplate to cook on ideal for heating up your kettle!
Make sure you use only the highest quality well-seasoned firewood to ensure that your stove is working well and is cooking at the right temperature. This will help reduce creosote build-up, which can cause chimney problems when not properly burned. Hardwoods such as oak and ash, are advised for their ability to create long coals which release less heat over time.
The baffles on your stove can be opened and closed to regulate airflow. This allows you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread as well as slow simmering soups and casseroles and ensuring the most efficient combustion. It is a good idea to learn about the stove you have and play around with opening and closing the baffles them at various points, to discover what settings provide the best results for a particular task.
It is also a good idea to purchase trivets, which are designed to be placed on top of your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out if you remove it from the stove. This is a common mistake when using log burners for the first time! You can also buy an electric kettle that has a built-in whistle. This is ideal for those who want to make a quick cup or coffee.
Warmth
Wood-burning stoves provide a great source of heat. They not only heat your home but they also help to create an eco-friendly and sustainable energy supply. Wood burning reduces the demand for electricity when the grid is most busy. This helps reduce electricity prices.
Installing a stove can be used to provide hot water for radiators and taps. This is ideal for those who live in a small house or boat, and don't have enough space to store a water heating unit.
Another way to make use of a wood stove is to cook on it! A majority of wood stoves have a flat surface, which is perfect for heating pots and pans. You can use the stove to roast, fry, boil or steam. Just remember to check whether your stove is capable burning the type of fuel you plan to use and that it is safe to do so.
One of the most important things to remember when burning a wood stove is to keep it clean. This will stop dangerous creosote from building up and also keep the flames in view. It is important to remove any excess ash.
It is also a good idea to ensure that you are using well-seasoned, dry wood. This will ensure you have the most efficient burn and reduce toxins in the air. Ideally, the firewood needs to be cut, split and stacked in an area with good ventilation for at least one year before it's brought inside. You could also buy kiln dried logs, which are already cut and packaged and easy to carry and store.
Also, ensure that your wood stove is size to the space you intend to install it in. Putting too large of a stove in a small space could result in smaller fires, which will create more creosote, which will reduce the amount of heat produced. A small wood-burning stove can heat 500 square feet while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and an extra large wood stove can heat 2,200 square feet.
Character
A small wood burner will add a touch of warmth and the character of your kitchen or living space. Our Ecodesign stoves have been DEFRA exempted for use in smoke-controlled areas, therefore you can use them in both urban and rural locations. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel and is a landscape design with a glass pane. It is ideal for both classic and modern interiors.
Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove with stunning flame effects. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this contemporary log burner offers exceptional flame visuals. Air jets within the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, ensuring excellent performance. Different kinds of firewood have different amounts of water in the beginning according to where they grow (willow is a common species in soils that are wet and next to water bodies, for instance) Therefore, some types of wood require more time to season than others.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and personality. A small stove will also help you cut down on fuel costs by not having to heat your entire home.
It's worthwhile to make an appointment with a HETAS installer to visit your home if you're considering installing an appliance. This will allow them to assess the fireplace space and provide you with a precise estimate.
Not just the cost of the stove should be taken into consideration and also the amount of preparation work and extras you'll need to perform at home. It's important to hire the right professional because there's a lot to think about.
You might need to have a chimney liner installed as part of the installation process. Chimney liners stop toxic smoke and gasses from escaping through the cracks in the chimney brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. It's a good idea install one before you put in your stove, especially when you live in an older house.
If you're planning to install the stove in a room that has no chimney, you'll need to have a twin wall flue system fitted. This will create a chimney system that is safe for smoke and fumes to escape.
A twin wall system can be built through your home and exit via the roof or along the side. The latter is more economical and requires less work, but it may be less insulated.
It is also necessary to have a hearth constructed for the stove to sit on. It can be constructed from any non-combustible materials, but it is recommended to choose something that is easily cleaned. You'll require a cowl and an insulated flue liner to protect.
If you're looking for a compact stove that will fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact design makes it ideal for most kitchens. It also has a beautiful window from which you can view the flames. It is a smoke-free model that has been DEFRA approved. This allows it to be used in areas where smoke control is required.