7 Small Changes That Will Make The Difference With Your Wood Burner Fireplace

How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

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

Wood burning stoves offer dancing yellow flames, cosy crackling sounds and that primal sense of warmth. However the smoke that it produces is contaminated with carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide beautiful and natural heat to your home, and they are extremely efficient. A good quality wood burner can achieve an Ecodesign rating as high as 77%. It is vital to get the most value of your log stove in light of increasing energy costs. The good news is it’s now easier than ever before to do!

The moisture content of wood is one of the main factors that determines how efficient a wood-burning stove is. This is why we suggest only using wood that is seasoned, that has been dried for a minimum of one year, and often two years. The dryer the wood is, the more efficiently it burns which means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

A wood burning stove offers the advantage of being an eco-friendly fuel source which is beneficial to the environment. When you purchase locally-sourced wood, you can also help to promote the active conservation and management of forests. This is great for wildlife.

The only thing that a wood burning stove requires in terms maintenance is that you regularly remove and eliminate the ash. This can be a little bit of a hassle but it is worth it to ensure that you get the most heat from every log. In addition, if you wait 2-3 days for the ashes to completely cool they can be used to make an eco-friendly and non-toxic ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb the odors.

A wood-burning fireplace is a timeless classic. Although they’re less well-known than gas fireplaces, their appeal and ambiance of a fire that is roaring can’t be disregarded. They’re perfect for cosying up to on cold nights and are an ideal method of creating a warm and inviting space within your home. Invest in a quality wood stove and you’ll start reaping the benefits for many years to be! Contact us today to learn more about how our expert chimney sweeps can help you get the best out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Burners that are efficient and clean are one of the best ways to save money on logs and keep your home warm. They also aid local woodland management. This is a fantastic way to support wildlife in your area.

Wood-burning Fireplaces And Stove and stoves create very little pollutant if they are maintained properly and used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. If they are not maintained properly or make use of wood that is not of high quality, the smoke that is produced contains fine particles commonly referred to as particulate pollution, which can irritate lung organs and other body organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as harmful air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling these types of air pollution could cause irritation of the lungs as well as wheezing, coughing, and asthma attacks and may even cause serious health issues such as cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Many people are concerned that using a wood burning stove will contribute to climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood is a carbon-neutral energy source. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when it is burnt, the carbon dioxide absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

As the wood is sourced locally, this reduces the amount of pollution emitted when it is transported. It is also important to select high-quality well-seasoned hardwoods, as they will give an extended and more consistent burn than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, like the ones made by Charlton & Jenrick, emit less carbon dioxide than older stoves. They have been tested and certified to meet 2020 EPA standards, which are significantly more stringent than previous emissions limits.

All wood burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your property to ensure that they do not create a build-up of exhaust inside your home. All of our current DEFRA-exempt, clean burn stoves can create very clear exhaust by keeping the flames in the vicinity of the wood logs and by using dry, seasoned firewood.

A wood-burning stove that has a hybrid unit or catalytic converter could be the most efficient low carbon heating option. These units ignite gasses and particles released from the initial combustion in a second stage by mixing them with superheated air. They then funnel the remaining gasses and particulates through a catalytic combustion combustor for an additional and final combustion, decreasing emissions to levels well below government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel with the highest possible efficiency. This results in minimal particles emitted into the atmosphere when burning wood. The stove’s air management system regulates the intake and exhausting of gases, ensuring that the combustion process takes place in a controlled, sealed environment. It also regulates the flame height to reduce emissions and maximize the heat output.

This means that your chimney and its surroundings will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also referred to as particle pollution, from incompletely burned wood can cause respiratory issues, like coughing and wheezing. It can also contribute to heart diseases as well as stroke, diabetes and other serious illnesses. Wood burning also contributes to poor air quality in cities.

The smoke that is emitted 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, damage and even death. Dust particles from the air can also cause a hazard to surfaces in your home and give them a rough feel.

It is essential to use only top quality, seasoned, and dried firewood for your fireplace with a wood burner. Hardwoods like oak, ash, and beech are the best for heating. Hardwoods are dense and BTU content. They also offer more heat than softwoods.

Check with your local authority to see if they have any rules regarding wood burning. These may include rules regarding odors and nuisances, as well as visible emissions or smoke opacity limitations.

It is important to keep the glass of a wood stove with a glass front free of grime and deposits. This can be done with a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray. You can also add bicarbonate soda mixed with water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your chimney and stove is also vital. This includes regular chimney cleanings to remove creosote and ensure the proper functioning of the flue. It is also recommended to note the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you 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 requires some maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue, and stove are all potential sources of house fires if they are not cleaned and maintained regularly. Fireplaces can also provide heat in the event of an electrical outage, particularly during winter storms, when branches of trees may fall and power lines could be knocked down.

When you use a wood stove to heat your home, you will reduce your carbon footprint as compared to other fossil fuel sources like gas. Modern wood stoves and inserts are made to conform to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards which mean they produce very low emissions. The more well-seasoned the wood is the more efficient it will be which means you’ll burn less of it to get the same amount of heat.

They require some maintenance and care, including ensuring they are placed away from the ignition source and that a screen is installed. Making sure the grate is free of ash and debris will aid in the flow of air and prevent the fire from dying too quickly. Also, it will keep your indoors clean. It is recommended that your stove and chimney swept at least once a year to prevent the build-up of creosote which could create an extremely dangerous fire hazard as well as a clog that can restrict ventilation.

A wood burning stove will need to be tended constantly and it could take some time for a novice homeowner to master the art of how 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 lasting pleasure that will provide warmth and warmth to your home every year.

Wood burning fireplaces have been around in one form or another 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. Talk with your local Regency dealer about the benefits of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you’re looking to buy an upgrade to your heater.