A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood stove can give the warmth and character of any room. You can use it to cook, especially in the event that you select the stovetop option.
Larger wood stoves burn less efficiently when the draft is lowered and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be portable and is ideal for yurts or caravans.
Cooking
Cooking on an unassuming wood-burning stove is among the many benefits that come with owning one. It can give you a real sense of pride care and enjoyment, as well as an opportunity to unwind from the fast-paced nature of modern life for a while.
Cooking with a log burner involves careful planning. Plan ahead and select recipes that don't require high temperatures. Soups, stews, and casseroles are all great choices. Charnwood log burner accessories are worth the investment. The cooker for wood stove plate replaces the blanking plates on the top of your stove, creating a hotplate that is ideal to heat your kettle.
The best way to make sure that your stove is in working order, and that it's capable of cooking at a suitable temperature, is to use only the highest quality, seasoned wood. This will help to reduce the build-up of creosote, which can cause chimney problems if not burnt properly. Hardwoods, such as oak and ash, are recommended for their ability to create long coals that release less heat over time.
The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to control the flow of air. This will allow you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread as well as slow simmering soups and casseroles, and ensuring the best combustion. It is essential to play with the baffles on your stove to find the ideal settings for you.
It's also recommended to buy a trivet, which is designed to sit on top of the stove. This will stop the kettle from drying out when you leave the stove. This is a common mistake made when using a log burner for the first time! You can also purchase an electric kettle that has built-in whistle. This is ideal for those who like to make a quick cup or coffee.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a fantastic source of warmth. They do not just heat your home but can also provide an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. Wood burning reduces demand for electricity when the electricity grid is at its most busy and helps lower electricity prices for everyone!
You can also put in the stove to heat up the hot water supply to your taps and radiators. This is a great option for those who live in a small house, caravan, or narrowboat that may not have room to store an electric water heater.
Cooking on wood stoves is another fantastic way to use it! A majority of wood stoves have flat surfaces, which is perfect to heat pans and pots. The stove can be used to roast, fry, boil or steam. Be sure to ensure that whether your stove is capable of burning the type of fuel you want to use and that it is safe to do so.
Keep your wood stove clean. This will stop the dangerous creosote from building up and keep the flames visible. It is important to remove ash regularly.
It is important to ensure that you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure that you get the best burning and reduce toxins in the air. Ideally the firewood you use should have been cut and split and stacked in a well-ventilated space for at least 12 months before bringing it inside to use. You can also purchase kiln dried logs that are cut and packaged and easy to store and transport.
It is also important to ensure that the wood stove you choose is the correct size for the space in which it will be installed. Installing a too large stove in a small area could result in smaller fires, which will create more creosote and limit the amount of heat that is produced. A small wood-burning stove can provide 500 square feet of heat while a large wood burning stove can heat 1,000 square feet, and a large wood stove will provide heat to 2,200 square feet.
Character
A small wood stove can add warmth and character to the kitchen and living space. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt from use in smoke controlled zones, which means you can use these stoves in both rural and urban settings. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood or multi fuel, comes with a landscape format glass pane and is ideal for modern and traditional interiors.
If you're seeking a wood burning stove that has stunning flame visuals, then consider the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this contemporary log burner provides stunning flame images. Air jets in the modern combustion system direct the air towards the key areas of the flame, ensuring excellent performance. Based on the location where the wood grows (willow grows close to water bodies and in moist soils, for example), different kinds of firewood have different levels of water. Some might require longer seasoning.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and character. A small stove can help you cut down on cost of fuel by not having to heat the whole house.
If you're considering installing an electric stove, you should consider making a visit to an experienced local HETAS installer. This will enable them to evaluate your fireplace's dimensions accurately and provide you with a quote.
It's not just the stove price that should be taken into consideration but also the amount of prep work and extras will need to be done in your home. It is essential to choose the right professional because there's so much to consider.
It is possible that you will need a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liner prevents harmful smoke and gases from escaping through the cracks in the chimney's brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. Installing one of them prior to installing your stove is a good idea, especially if you have an older home.
Installing understanding in a space without a chimney will require the use of a twin-wall flue system. This will result in a chimney that is safe for smoke and fumes to escape.
A twin wall flue system can go through your house and exit through the roof, or it could be run externally along the side of the building. The latter is more economical and involves less internal work, but it may be less well-insulated.
It is necessary to build an oven hearth. It can be made from any non-combustible material, however it is best to choose something that is easily cleaned. Also, you'll need an exhaust liner as well as a cowl to protect.
If you are seeking a stove that is small that can fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British MI Small FlickrFlame. Its compact design makes it ideal for most kitchens. It also has an attractive window to view the flames. It is a smoke-free model that has been DEFRA approved. This makes it suitable for use in areas where smoke control is needed.