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How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Contrary to traditional open fireplaces, wood stoves are designed and optimised to burn firewood. This enables them to comply with the stricter emission requirements.

Wood burning stoves produce dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling noises. They also provide a primal 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 provide beautiful and natural heat to the home, and they are extremely efficient. A high-quality wood burner can be eco-friendly up to 77 percent. It is vital to get the most benefit of your wood burner in light of rising energy costs. The good thing is that it's much easier than ever to do!

The moisture content of firewood is an important factor that determines the efficiency of a wood-burning stove is. We recommend using only well-seasoned wood that has been dried over a period of at least one year, and in many cases two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns which results in less smoke and harmful emissions.

A wood burning stove also offers the advantage of being a low-carbon 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 forests. This is beneficial for wildlife.

The only thing a wood burning stove requires in terms of maintenance is to regularly take away and get rid of the ash. It can be a bit of a hassle but is well worth it to ensure you get most heat from each log. If you allow the ashes 2-3 days to cool completely, they can also be used as a non-toxic, green melting ice. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb the odors.

A wood-burning fireplace is a timeless classic. While they may be less popular than gas fireplaces but there's no denying the charm and enthralling sound of a roaring log fire. They're ideal for cozying with on cold winter evenings and are a great method of creating an inviting and warm space within your home. Making the investment in a top-quality wood stove will pay off for a long time. Our expert chimney sweeps are here to help you get the most out of your stove - give us a call now to learn more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that are efficient and clean are the most efficient option to save money while also keeping your home warm. They also aid local woodland management. This is a great way to support the wildlife that lives in your neighborhood.

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

Some people are concerned that wood-burning stoves will contribute to climate change however this isn't true. Burning wood is a carbon-neutral energy source. The tree absorbs carbon dioxide throughout its lifetime. After burning the carbon dioxide is released into the air.

Since the wood is sourced locally this decreases the amount of pollutants released in the process of transportation. It is essential to select hardwoods that are well-seasoned and of top quality. They will burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, such as the ones made by Charlton & Jenrick, emit much less pollution than older stoves. They have been tested and certified to meet 2020 EPA standards which are considerably more strict than previous emissions limits.

All wood burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure they do not create a haze of exhaust inside your home. By keeping the flames in the vicinity of the logs, and ensuring you use dry, seasoned wood and all our clean burn and DEFRA exempt stoves are capable of producing extremely clear exhaust and have particle levels of 60% or more below the DEFRA limit.

A wood burning stove with a catalytic converter or hybrid unit can provide the best low-carbon heating solution. These units ignite the gasses and particulates from the initial combustion in a second stage by mixing them with superheated air. They then channel the remaining gases and particulates through a catalytic combustor for a 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 with the highest efficiency. This results in minimal particles emitted into the atmosphere when burning wood. The stove's air management system controls the intake and exhausting of gases, ensuring the combustion process occurs in a controlled, sealed atmosphere. It also regulates the flame height to reduce emissions and maximize heat output.

This means your chimney and the surrounding area will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter (also known as particle pollution) from incompletely combusted wood can cause respiratory problems like wheezing and coughing in people and can lead to the development of heart diseases as well as stroke, diabetes, and other serious health issues. The air pollution resulting from wood combustion is an element that contributes to poor air quality in urban areas.

Smoke from poorly burned timber contains fine particulate pollutants and dangerous air pollutants like carbon monoxide as well as other harmful air pollutants like nitrogen oxides as well as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene, and formaldehyde. These particles can be absorbed into the lungs, and other organs, causing discomfort, damage and even death. Airborne dust can also harm the surfaces of your home, and can give the impression of a rough surface to rooms.

It's important to use only good quality, seasoned and dried firewood when you use your wood burner fireplace. The most efficient woods for heating are hardwoods such as oak, ash and beech. Hardwoods are dense and have a more BTU than softwoods. They also provide more heat.

It is also important to determine if your local authority has rules regarding wood burning. These could include nuisance/odor regulations and visible emissions, or opacity limits for smoke.

If you have a wood stove with glass doors, it's important to keep the glass clear of grime and deposits. You can use a dry towel or oven cleaner spray for this. Alternately, you can mix bicarbonate of a soda with a little water to the glass.

Regular maintenance is crucial for your stove and chimney. Regular chimney cleaning is required to get rid of creosote and to ensure that the flue is working correctly. It is also important to mark the dates of your periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you to avoid costly repairs and prolong your wood burner's life.

Low Maintenance

Many people opt to install wood-burning fireplaces due to the natural warmth they generate. However, this kind of fire requires some upkeep and maintenance. If not cleaned and maintained regularly, the chimney, flue, and stove could have the potential to cause fires within your home. Fireplaces can also be an excellent source of heat when the power goes out, especially during winter when snowstorms can cause tree branches to fall and rip up power lines.

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

The fireplaces need some maintenance and care. They must be kept clear of 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 help keep the fire burning longer and your home clean. It is recommended that your chimney and stove swept at least twice per year to prevent the accumulation of creosote, which can cause a fire hazard or clog and restrict circulation.

A wood-burning stove will need to be maintained on a regular basis and it can take a while for a new homeowner to learn how to light, ignite and maintain a steady fire in the fireplace. Once you've learned the art of burning, your wood stove will become a source for warmth and comfort in your home.

Wood burning fireplaces have been around in one form or another for over 500 years. They've gained a lot of attention due to their effectiveness, sustainability, and the natural warmth of wood. If you're thinking of buying installing a new heater, speak with your local Regency certified dealer to find out more about the benefits of a wood stove or an insert for your home.