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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Wood stoves, unlike traditional open fireplaces, are designed to use wood for combustion. This allows them meet stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves offer dancing yellow flames, cosy crackling sound and that innate feeling of warmth. The smoke that is generated contains toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

fireplaces and stove and stoves that burn wood offer a stunning and natural heat to your home, but they are also incredibly efficient. A top-quality wood stove can be eco-friendly up to 77 percent. It is crucial to get the most out of your log burner in light of increasing energy costs. The good news is it's now easier than ever before to do!

One of the main factors that determines how effective a wood-burning stove can be in the moisture content of the firewood. We recommend using only well-seasoned wood that has been dried for at least one year, and in many cases two years. The more dry the wood is, the better it burns. This means lesser smoke and fewer harmful emissions.

Another advantage of a wood burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. If you buy locally-sourced wood, you also help to support the active management and conservation of woodlands. This is beneficial for wildlife.

The only thing that a wood burning stove requires in terms of maintenance is that you regularly take away and dispose of the ash. It's quite a challenge but it's worth it to get the most heat from each log. If you wait for the ashes 2-3 days to completely cool and then, they can be utilized as a non-toxic and eco-friendly ice melt. They can be used to polish jewelry or absorb smells.

A fireplace made of wood is a timeless classic. Although they are less popular than gas fireplaces, the allure and charm of a fire that is roaring can't be ignored. They are ideal for snuggling up with on cold nights, and create a warm and welcoming space within your home. A high-quality wood burner will pay for itself for a long time. Our chimney sweeps are here to assist you in getting the most from your stove - give us a call today to learn more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn efficiently and cleanly are the most effective method to save money while also keeping your home warm. They also support local woodland management. This is an excellent method to support wildlife in your area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollution if they are maintained properly and are used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. However, if they're not maintained well or used with poor quality wood the smoke generated by them contains fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can cause irritation to the lung and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling these types of air pollution could cause irritation of the lungs, coughing, wheezing and asthma attacks and may even lead to serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Some people worry that using a wood burning stove can cause climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood produces energy that is carbon-neutral. The tree absorbs carbon dioxide over its lifetime. After burning the carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere.

As the wood is sourced locally this decreases the amount of pollutants released during transportation. It is important to use hardwoods that are seasoned and of high quality. They will burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, like the ones made by Charlton & Jenrick, emit less carbon dioxide than older stoves. They are certified to meet 2020 EPA standards, which are considerably stricter than previous emission limits.

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

A wood burning stove equipped with an acatalytic converter or hybrid unit can offer the ultimate low-carbon solution for heating. These units re-ignite gases and particles released from the initial combustion in a second phase by mixing them superheated air. They then funnel the remaining gasses and particulates through a catalytic combustion combustor for a third and final combustion, further reducing emissions to a level well below government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves are designed to burn fuel with the highest efficiency that is achievable. This results in a minimum amount of emissions of particles into the air when burning wood. The air management system of the stove regulates the intake and exhaust of gases to ensure that the combustion process takes place in a safe and controlled environment. It also regulates the height of the flame to minimise emissions and maximise the heat output.

This means that your chimney as well as the surrounding area will be a lot cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter (also known as particle pollution) from wood that is not fully combusted can cause respiratory problems like wheezing and coughing in people and contributes to the development of heart diseases as well as stroke, diabetes, and other serious health conditions. Wood burning is also a contributor to poor air quality in cities.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood is a mixture of fine particulate pollution and hazardous air pollutants such as carbon monoxide volatile organic compounds nitrogen oxides, benzene, formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can get into the lungs and other organs causing discomfort, harm, and even death. Airborne dust can also harm the surfaces in your home and give an unpleasant sludge-like feel to rooms.

When using your wood-burning fireplace it is important to make use of high-quality firewood that has been properly seasoned and dried. Hardwoods like oak, ash, and beech are the best choice for heating. Hardwoods are extremely dense and have higher BTU content than softwoods. They also have more heat.

You should also check whether your local authority has regulations regarding wood burning. These may include nuisance/odor rules and visible emissions or smoke opacity limits.

It is essential to keep the glass of a wood stove that has an open front that is free of deposits and dirt. You can use a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray to do this. You can also add bicarbonate of soda with a little water to the glass.

Regular maintenance is essential for your stove and chimney. This includes regular chimney cleanings to eliminate creosote and ensure proper functioning of your flue. It is also recommended to note the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you avoid costly repairs and extend the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Wood burning fireplaces are popular due to their natural warmth. This kind of fireplace requires a bit of maintenance and upkeep. If not cleaned and maintained regularly, the chimney, flue, and stove could have the potential to cause fires within your home. They also provide warmth in the event of power outage, especially during winter storms where branches of trees may fall and power lines can be damaged.

Using a wood stove to heat your home will reduce your carbon footprint substantially when compared to other fossil fuel sources, such as gas. Modern wood stoves and inserts are made to conform to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards, which means they produce very low emissions. The more seasoned wood you use, the more efficient the stove will be. You'll require less wood to get the same amount of heat.

The fireplaces require some maintenance and care. They should be placed away from materials that ignite and have a screen in place. Air flow will be improved by keeping the grate free of ash and other debris. This will keep the fire burning longer and your home clean. It is recommended that your chimney and stove cleaned at least twice per year to avoid creosote accumulation, which can cause an fire hazard or blockage and restrict the airflow.

It can take a while for homeowners who are new to the area to learn to ignite, light and maintain a continuous fire in the fireplace. However, once you have learned the art of creating and maintaining the fire in your wood burner, it can be a source of enduring pleasure that will provide heat and warmth for your home year after year.

Wood burning fireplaces have been in use in a variety of forms for more than 500 years and have rediscovered their popularity because of their effectiveness as well as their sustainability and natural warmth and aroma 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 purchase a new heater.