A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood burner adds warmth and personality to your living space. It can be used to cook, particularly if you select the stovetop option.
Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is reduced and produce more creosote. The Louis stove is designed to be portable and suitable for yurts caravans and shepherds' huts as well as boats or vans.
Cooking
One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking it. This can bring a real satisfaction and pride as well as 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 a lot of temperatures - stews, soups casseroles, pot roasts and soups all work well. It's also recommended to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner equipment, such as the cooker plate for wood stoves that replaces the blanking plate at the stove's top and creates a powerful hotplate to cook on which is perfect for heating your kettle!
Make fireplacesandstoves to use only the finest quality wood that is seasoned and seasoned to ensure that your stove is working well and is cooking 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 particularly recommended due to their capacity to create long coals that release less heat over time.
Stove baffles can be shut and opened to regulate the airflow around the fire, which will help to maximize combustion and create a fire that is capable of supplying the right amount of heat for toasting bread and slow simmering of soups and casseroles. It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with your stove and try opening and closing the baffles them at different times to find out the settings that provide the best results for each particular task.
A trivet is an excellent idea. It's designed to sit on your stove. This will stop your kettle from leaking if you leave it on the stove, which can be a common mistake to make when first using a log burner! It's also recommended to purchase a stovetop kettle that has whistles built-in it, which is beneficial for those who like a quick cup of coffee or tea.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a fantastic source of warmth. They not only heat your home but they also contribute to an eco-friendly and sustainable energy supply. Wood burning reduces the need for electricity during times when the grid is at its busiest. This helps reduce electricity prices.
You can also install the stove to heat up the hot water supply to your taps and radiators. This is ideal for those who have a small home or boat, and don't have enough space to store a water heating unit.
Another great way to use a wood stove is to cook on it! There are many wood stoves that have a flat top, ideal for heating pans and pots. You can use it to cook, fry or steam or roast. Make sure that your stove is able to burn the fuel you are planning to use and is safe to use it.
Make sure your wood stove is clean. This will prevent dangerous creosote build-up and will 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 help you achieve the most efficient and safest burning possible and also reduce pollution in the air. Ideally your firewood must have been cut and split and stored in a well-ventilated area for at least 12 months, before bringing it indoors to use. You can also purchase kiln-dried logs that are pre-cut, packed and easy to store and transport.
Also, ensure that your wood stove is correctly size to the space you want to put it in. Installing a too large stove in a small space can result in smaller fires which can create more creosote and reduce the amount of heat generated. A small wood stove is rated to provide heat to up to 500 sq feet and a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 square feet and a larger wood stove can heat up to 2200plus sq ft.
Character
A small wood burning stove will bring warmth and character to your kitchen and living room. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt for use in smoke controlled areas, so you can use these stoves in both rural and urban locations. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood or multi fuel, comes with an open-plan glass pane and is ideal for classic and contemporary interiors.
Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove that offers stunning flame effects. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this contemporary log burner provides stunning flame images. Air jets inside the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, ensuring top performance. Based on the location where the wood is growing (willow grows near water bodies and in soils that are moist, for example) various kinds of firewood will have different water content. Certain types of wood may require more seasoning.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and character. A small stove can also reduce your energy bills since you won't have to heat your entire home.
If you're thinking of installing an appliance, you should consider booking a site visit with a local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess your fireplace's dimensions accurately and provide you with a quote.
It's not just the price of the stove that you need to consider as well as the amount of preparation and other work are required in your home. There's a lot to consider and it's crucial that you choose the right person for the task.
As part of the installation process, you might have to install a chimney liner. Chimney liners stop toxic gas and smoke from venting through the gaps between the chimney's brickwork and contaminating your home's air. It is a good idea to install one before you install your stove, particularly if you live in an older property.
If you're planning on installing a stove in a space without a chimney, you'll need have a twin wall flue system installed. This will create a chimney system that is safe for smoke and fumes to escape.
A twin wall flue system can go through your home and exit through the roof, or be run externally along the side of the building. The latter is more cost-effective and requires less internal work, but it may be less well-insulated.
You'll also need to have a hearth built for the stove to rest on. This can be made of any non-combustible material, but it is recommended to choose something that can be easily cleaned. You'll require a cowl and an lining for the flue to protect.
If you're looking for a small stove that will fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact design makes it perfect for most kitchens. It also comes with a beautiful window from which to see the flames. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA certified, making it suitable for use in smoke control zones.