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

A small wood stove will give warmth and character to any room. It can also be used to cook, especially when you select one with a stovetop option.

When the draft is less, larger wood stoves produce more creosote and burn slower. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove and is suitable for yurts or caravans.

Cooking

Amongst the pleasures of owning a small wood stove is cooking it. It can give you a real sense of pride care and enjoyment, as well as an opportunity to get away from the hectic pace of modern life for a while.

Planning is  click to read  when cooking on a wood stove. It takes longer for the stove to get heated so it's important to plan accordingly, and select recipes that don't require a lot of heat - soups, stews, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. Charnwood log burner accessories are also worth considering. The wood stove cooker plate replaces the blanking plates that are on the top of your stove, creating a hotplate that is ideal for heating your kettle.

The best way to make sure that your stove is in good order, and that it's capable of cooking at the right temperature, is to select the highest quality, seasoned wood. This will help reduce creosote build-up, which can cause chimney problems when not properly burned. Hardwoods like oak and ash are suggested because they produce long coals that release heat slowly over the course.

Baffles on stoves can be shut and opened to regulate the flow of air around the fire, which can help to improve combustion and create a fire capable of providing the right amount of heat for toasting bread and slow simmering of casseroles and soups. It is crucial to play around with the baffles on your stove to discover the settings that work best for you.

It is also an excellent idea to buy trivets that are designed to sit on top of the stove. This will keep your kettle from leaking in the event that you leave it on the stove, which can be a common error when first using a log burner! It's also recommended to purchase a stovetop kettle that has an integrated whistle and can be extremely useful for those who love an easy cup of coffee or tea.

Warmth

Woodburning stoves are an excellent source of warmth. They do not just heat your home, but they can also provide an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. Burning wood reduces electricity demand when the grid is at its busiest and helps lower electricity prices for everyone!

You can also put in a stove to heat a hot water supply for your taps and radiators. This is a great option for those who live in a small house, caravan or narrowboats that don't have enough space to store a water heater.

Another way to make use of a wood stove is to cook on it! There are  click to read  of wood stoves with a flat top, ideal to heat pots and pans. It can be used to fry, boil, steam or roast. Make sure that your stove is able to use the fuel you intend to use and is safe to use it.

Make sure your wood stove is clean. This will prevent dangerous creosote from accumulating and also keep the flames in view. It is a good idea to clean any ash from the grate regularly.

You should also use dry well-seasoned, properly seasoned hardwood. This will ensure that you get the best burn and reduce toxins in the air. Ideally, the firewood should be split, cut, and placed in an area that has good ventilation for at minimum one year prior to being taken inside. You can also purchase kiln dried logs that are pre-cut, bagged and easy for you to store and carry.

You should also make sure that your wood stove is sized to fit the space you intend to install it in. A wood stove that is too large can create smaller fires which result in more creosote. This will reduce the amount heat produced. A small wood stove is designed to be able to heat up to 500 square feet and a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 sq ft and an even larger wood stove can heat up to 2,200plus sq ft.

Character

A small wood stove can bring warmth and personality to your kitchen and living room. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt from use in smoke-free areas, so you can use these stoves in both rural and urban locations. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel. It is a landscape design with a glass pane. It is perfect for both modern and traditional interiors.

If you're looking for a wood burning stove with outstanding flame visuals take a look at the Stovax Futura 4. This contemporary log burner features doors that are curved and have large viewing windows. It provides incredible flame visualization. Air jets inside the advanced combustion system direct air to the key areas of the fire, which ensures excellent performance. Different types of firewood come with varying initial water content in relation to the location they are grown (willow is found in soils that are damp and near water bodies, for example) and therefore, some will need longer seasoning than others.

Installation

Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and personality. A small stove can help you reduce your cost of fuel by not having to heat the entire house.

It's a good idea to schedule an appointment with a HETAS installer to visit your home if you're considering installing an appliance. This will allow them to evaluate your fireplace space accurately and give you a price.

The cost of the stove should be taken into consideration and also the amount of preparation work and additional tasks you will need to do at home. It's crucial to hire the right professional since there's a lot to think about.

It could be necessary to have a chimney liner installed as part of the installation process. Chimney liner prevents harmful smoke and gasses from escaping through the cracks in the chimney brickwork and contaminating the air inside your home. Installing one of these before installing your stove is a good idea especially if you have an older home.

If you're planning to install the stove in a room that has no chimney, you'll need have a twin wall flue system installed. This will create a chimney system that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.

A twin wall flue system could run through your home and exit through the roof, or be a part of the exterior of the building. This is more affordable and requires less internal work but may be less well-insulated.

Also, you'll need a hearth built for the stove to sit on. It can be constructed from any non-combustible material, but it is best to choose something that is easily cleaned. You'll need a cowl and a flue lining for protection.

If you are looking for a stove with a small size that can fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British designed MI Small FlickrFlame. Its compact size makes it ideal for kitchens with lots of space and also has a stunning window to view the flames from. It is a non-smoking model that has been DEFRA approved. This allows it to be used in areas where smoke control is needed.