5 Must-Know-How-To Wood Burner Methods To 2024

A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space

A small wood stove will add the warmth and character of any room. It can also be used to cook, especially if you choose a model that has a stovetop option.

Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is lowered and produce more creosote. The Louis stove is specially designed to be lightweight and is suitable for yurts, caravans, shepherds' huts, boats or vans.

Cooking

One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking it. This can bring a real sense of pride and enjoyment as well as an opportunity to escape the fast pace of modern life.

Cooking with a log burner involves careful planning. Make a plan and select recipes that do not require high heat. Soups, stews, and casseroles are all good options. It's also an excellent idea to invest in a few of Charnwood's log burner accessories, like the cooker plate for the wood stove that replaces the blanking plate on the top of the stove and creates a powerful hotplate to cook on which is perfect for heating your kettle!

Make sure to use only the finest quality, seasoned firewood to ensure your stove is working properly and can cook at the correct temperature. This will help to lessen the accumulation of creosote that can cause chimney problems when not properly burned. Hardwoods like oak or ash are recommended because they produce long coals that release heat slowly over the course of time.

The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to control the flow of air. This will allow you to build the perfect fire for toasting bread as well as slow simmering casseroles and soups, and ensuring the best combustion. It is important to experiment with the baffles on your stove to discover the best settings for you.

A trivet is a great idea. It's made to sit on your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out when you take it off the stove. This is a common mistake made when using log burners for the first time! You can also purchase a stovetop tea kettle with an integrated whistle. This is great for those who want to make a quick cup or coffee.

Warmth

Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. They not only heat your home however, they also contribute to an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. corner wood burning stove burning reduces the demand for electricity when the grid is busiest. This helps to lower the cost of electricity.

A stove can be used to provide hot water for radiators and taps. This is ideal for those who live in a smaller house, caravan, or narrowboat that doesn't have enough space to store the water heater.

Another great way to use a wood stove is to cook on it! A majority of corner wood burning stove stoves have an even surface that is ideal for heating pans and pots. You can use the stove to roast, fry or boil water, or even steam. Make sure your stove is able to use the fuel you intend to use and is safe to do so.

Clean your wood stove. This will stop dangerous creosote from accumulating and also keep the flames in view. It is recommended to remove any excess ash from the grate regularly.

It is also recommended to use dry well-seasoned and well-seasoned hardwood. This will ensure you get the best burn and minimize the toxins in the air. Ideally, the firewood should be split, cut and then stacked in an area with adequate ventilation for at least one year before it's brought inside. You could also buy Kiln dried logs that are already cut and bagged, making them easy to transport and store.

It is also crucial to make sure that the wood stove you choose is the correct size for the area in which it is installed. Installing a too large stove in a small space can cause smaller fires, which will create more creosote, which will reduce the amount of heat that is produced. A small wood stove is rated to provide heat to up to 500 sq ft while a large wood stove can heat up to 1,000 sq feet and an even larger wood burning fireplace stove can be able to heat up to 2,200+ sq ft.

Character

A small wood stove can add a touch of warmth and personality to your kitchen and living room. Our Ecodesign stoves have been DEFRA exempted for use in smoke-controlled areas, so you can enjoy them in both urban and rural locations. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel and has a landscape format of glass pane. It is suitable for both modern and traditional interiors.

Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove with amazing flame effects. With its curved doors and large viewing windows, this modern log burner provides stunning flame visuals. Air jets within the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, which ensures excellent performance. Different types of firewood come with differing amounts of water at the start, depending on where they are grown (willow grows in wet soils and close to water bodies, for instance) and therefore, some require more time to season than others.

Installation

Having a wood burner installed in your kitchen is a great way to give it a feeling of warmth and character. A small stove will also reduce your energy bills since you won't have to heat your entire home.

When you're thinking about installing a stove, it's worth making a visit to an expert local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess the fireplace's space and give you a price.

Not only the price of the stove should be taken into consideration as well as the amount of preparation work and other tasks you will need to do in your home. There's a lot to think about and it's essential that you get the right person for the job.

You might need to have a chimney liner installed as part of the installation process. Chimney liners stop toxic gas and smoke from venting through the gaps between the brickwork of the chimney and contaminating your home's air. Installing one of these before installing your stove is a good idea, particularly if you live in an older house.

If you're planning on installing the stove in a room with no existing chimney, you'll need have a twin wall flue system installed. This will create an artificial chimney system, providing an ideal place for smoke and fumes to escape.

A twin wall system can be constructed through your home and exit through the roof or externally on the side. The latter is less expensive and requires less work, but it is also less insulated.

You'll also need to have a hearth built for the stove to rest on. It can be constructed of any non-combustible material, but it's best to use something that is easily cleaned. You'll need a cowl and an insulated flue liner to protect.

If you're looking to find a small stove that can fit in your kitchen, we recommend the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its small size makes it ideal for kitchens with lots of space and it has a stunning window to view the flames from. It is a smoke-free model and has been DEFRA approved. This allows it to be used in areas where smoke control is required.