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A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space A small wood stove will add warmth and character to any room. It can also be used to cook, particularly in the event you select a model that has the option of a stovetop. Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is lowered and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be portable and is suitable for caravans or yurts. Cooking Cooking on small wood-burning stoves is one of the many benefits that come with having one. This can bring a real feeling of pride and pleasure and also a chance to escape the fast pace of modern living. Cooking using a log burner requires careful planning. It takes longer for the stove to heat up so it's important to plan accordingly, and select recipes that don't require high temperatures – stews, soups and casseroles as well as pot roasts all work well. It's also a good idea to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner equipment, such as the cooker plate for wood stoves, which replaces the blanking plate that is on the top of the stove and makes a very efficient hotplate to cook with ideal for heating up your kettle! Make sure to use only the finest quality well-seasoned firewood to ensure that your stove is working correctly and cooks at the correct temperature. This will lessen the build-up of creosote which can cause problems with chimneys if it is not burned properly. Hardwoods, such as oak and ash, are recommended for their ability to produce long coals that release lower levels of heat over time. Stove baffles can be shut and opened to control the airflow around the fire, which can help to maximize combustion and create a fire that is capable of supplying the right amount of heat for both toasting bread and slow simmering of soups and casseroles. It is a good idea to learn about your stove and try opening the baffles and closing them at different points to determine the settings that provide the best results for each particular task. A trivet can also be a great idea. It's designed to sit on your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out when you remove it from the stove. This is a common error made when using a log burner for the first time! It's also an excellent idea to buy an oven kettle that has a whistle built in and can be extremely useful for those who love an easy cup of tea or coffee. Warmth Woodburning stoves are a fantastic source of warmth. Not only do they heat your home, but they also contribute to an eco-friendly and sustainable energy supply. The burning of wood can reduce the demand for electricity when the grid is most busy. This helps reduce the cost of electricity. A stove can be used to provide hot water for taps and radiators. This is ideal for people who live in a small house, caravan or narrowboat and don't have enough space to store a water heating unit. Cooking on a wood stove is another great way to use it! There are a variety of wood stoves with a flat top, ideal to heat pots and pans. The stove can be used to roast, fry, boil or steam. Make sure that whether your stove is capable burning the kind of fuel you intend 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 accumulating and keep the flames visible. It is important to remove any excess ash. It is also a good idea to ensure that you're using well-seasoned, dry wood. This will ensure that you get the most efficient and safest burn you can and also reduce toxins in the atmosphere. Ideally the firewood you use should be cut and split and stacked in a ventilated area for at least 12 months before bringing it inside to use. You can also buy kiln-dried logs that are cut and packed and easy to store and carry. Also, ensure that your wood stove is size to the space that you intend for it to be installed in. A wood stove that is too large will result in smaller fires, which result in more creosote. This will limit the amount heat produced. A small wood stove is designed to be able to heat up to 500 square feet, a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 sq ft and a larger wood stove can heat up to 2,200plus sq feet. Character A small wood burning stove will 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 therefore you can use them in both rural and urban settings. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel and has a landscape format of glass pane. It is ideal for both modern and traditional interiors. Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove that offers stunning flame effects. Fireplaces And Stoves curved doors with large viewing windows. It has incredible flame visualization. Air jets within the advanced combustion system direct the air to the most important areas of the flame, which ensures excellent performance. Based on the area in which the wood is growing (willow is found near water bodies and in soils with moisture for instance) Different types of firewood will have varying water contents. Some may require longer seasoning. Installation Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and personality. A small stove will also reduce your energy bills since you don't have to heat the entire house. It's worth booking an appointment with an HETAS installer to visit your home if you're contemplating installing an appliance. This will allow them to fully assess your fireplace space and give you a precise quote. It's not just the stove price that you need to consider as well as the amount of prep work and extras will be required in your home. It's important to hire the right professional since there's a lot to think about. You might need to have a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liners stop toxic smoke and gases from escaping through the cracks in the chimney's brickwork and contaminating the air inside your home. Installing one of these before installing your stove is a good idea especially if you live in an older home. If you're considering installing the stove in a room with no existing chimney, you'll have 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 installed through your home and exit via the roof or along the side. This option is less expensive and requires less internal work but may be less insulated. It is also necessary to have a hearth built for the stove to sit on. This can be made of any non-combustible material, however it's best to use something that can be easily cleaned. You'll need a cowl as well as an lining for the flue to protect. If you're looking for a small stove that can fit into your kitchen, we recommend the British MI Small FlickrFlame. Its small dimensions make it perfect for kitchens of all sizes and has a beautiful window to view the flames from. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA certified, making it suitable for use in smoke control zones.