What You Must Forget About Improving Your Wood Burner Fireplace

How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner wall-mounted fireplace

Unlike traditional open fireplaces wood stoves are engineered and designed to burn wood. This enables them to comply with stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves are renowned for their warm, yellow flames that dance, crackling sounds, and that primordial sense of warmth. However, the smoke it creates includes carbon monoxide and harmful air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves made of wood provide beautiful and natural heat to the home, they are also incredibly efficient. A quality wood stove can attain an Ecodesign rating of up to 77%. With the increasing cost of energy, it is essential to ensure that you are getting the maximum benefit from your log burner The good thing is that this is much simpler than ever!

A key factor in the efficiency of the wood-burning stove is will be the water content of the wood. We recommend using only dried and seasoned wood that has dried for at least one year and in many cases two years. The more dry the wood and the more efficient it is to burn. This means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

Another advantage of a wood-burning stove is that it's a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. Additionally, by purchasing locally-sourced firewood, you are aiding in the active management of woodlands, which is a great thing for wildlife.

The only thing a wood burning stove requires in terms of maintenance is to regularly remove and dispose of the ash. This can be a bit of a nuisance, but is well worth it in order to ensure you get most heat from each log. If you allow the ashes to completely cool They can also be utilized as a non-toxic and environmentally friendly melting ice. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb smells.

A fireplace made of wood is a timeless classic. Although they're less popular than gas fires, there is no denying the charm and allure of a roaring log fire. They're ideal for cozying up to on the wall fireplace cold nights and are an ideal way to create a warm and inviting space in the heart of your home. A high-quality wood stove will pay off for many years. Contact us today to find out more about how our expert chimney sweeps can help you get the most out of your stove.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn efficiently and cleanly are the best option to save money while keeping your home warm. They also aid local woodland management. This is a fantastic way to support wildlife in your area.

When properly maintained, wood-burning fireplaces and stoves emit very little pollution when they are operated with dry and seasoned firewood. However, if they are not maintained well or used with poor quality wood, the smoke produced by them can contain fine particles (known as particulate pollution) which can cause irritation to the lung and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling air pollution can cause lung irritation and trigger asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing and irritation of the lungs. It may also cause heart disease, cancer or premature death.

Some people are worried that wood-burning stoves cause climate change however this isn't true. Burning wood is a carbon-neutral energy source. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burnt, the carbon absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

As the wood is sourced locally this decreases the amount of pollution that is released during transportation. It is also essential to use high quality, seasoned hardwoods as these will have an extended and more consistent burning time than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, like the ones manufactured by Charlton & Jenrick, emit much less pollution than older stoves. They have been certified to meet 2020 EPA standards which are significantly stricter than previous emission limits.

All wood-burning stoves must be fully vented to the outside of your home to ensure that they do not create a haze of exhaust inside your home. All of our DEFRA-exempt and clean-burn stoves produce clear exhaust when keeping the flames at a distance from the wood logs and by using dry well-seasoned, clean firewood.

A wood-burning stove equipped with a hybrid unit or catalytic converter could be the best low carbon heating solution. These units ignite the particulates and gases from the initial combustion in a subsequent stage by mixing them with superheated air. They then funnel the remaining particulates and gasses through a catalytic combustor for an additional and final combustion, further decreasing emissions to levels much lower than the standards set by the government.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel with the highest efficiency. This results in the release of very small particles into air when burning wood. The stove's air management system regulates the intake and exhausting of gases, making sure that the combustion process occurs in a sealed, controlled environment. It also regulates the height of the flame to minimise emissions and maximise the heat output.

This means that your chimney as well as the surrounding area will be a lot cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, resulting from wood that is not properly burned can cause respiratory problems, such as wheezing and coughing, and contribute to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other serious illnesses. Wood burning also contributes to poor air quality in cities.

Smoke from poorly combusted wood contains fine particulate pollutants and harmful air pollutants such as carbon monoxide, as well as other dangerous air pollutants like nitrogen oxides as well as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene, and formaldehyde. These particles can reach deep into the organs of the lungs and cause discomfort, damage and even death. Dust particles from the air can also damage the surfaces in your home and create a gritty feel to rooms.

It's important to use only good quality, seasoned and dried firewood for your wood burner fireplace. Hardwoods such as oak, ash, and beech are the most efficient for heating. Hardwoods are incredibly dense and have a more BTU than softwoods. They also provide more heat.

Check with your local authority to determine if they have any rules regarding wood burning. These may include rules regarding odors and nuisances and visible smoke emissions or smoke opacity restrictions.

It is essential to keep the glass of a wood stove with glass fronts free of grime and deposits. You can use a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray for this. Alternately, you can add bicarbonate of soda mixed with a bit of water to the glass.

Regular maintenance is also important for your chimney and stove. Regular chimney cleaning is required to get rid of creosote and to ensure that the flue is working correctly. It is also recommended to note the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to prevent costly repairs and extend the life of your wood burner.

Low Maintenance

Many people prefer installing wood-burning fireplaces due to the warmth and natural beauty they provide. This kind of fireplace requires a bit of maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue, and stove are all possible sources of house fires if they are not cleaned and maintained regularly. Fireplaces can also provide heat in the event of an electrical outage, particularly during winter storms where branches of trees may fall and power lines may be damaged.

By using a wood stove to heat your home, you can reduce your carbon footprint as compared to other fossil sources of fuel like gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts, and fireplaces are built to conform to EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency) which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more well-seasoned wood is and the better it is, the more efficient it will be and you'll use less of it to produce the same amount of heat.

Fireplaces require some care and maintenance. They must be kept clear of combustible material and have a screen. The flow of air will be improved by keeping the grate free of ash and other debris. This will keep the fire burning longer and your home in good order. You should have your chimney and stove cleaned at least twice per year to prevent the accumulation of creosote which could cause fire hazards or blockage and restrict the airflow.

A wood-burning stove needs to be kept in good order and it could take some time for a beginner homeowner to master the art of how to ignite, light and maintain a constant fire in the fireplace. However, once you have mastered the art of building and maintaining the fire in your wood burner, it will be a source of constant pleasure that will provide heat and warmth for your home year after year.

Wood burning fireplaces are around in one form or another for more than 500 years. They've gained a lot of attention due to their energy efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth of wood. If you're thinking of buying a new heater, talk with your local certified Regency dealer to learn more about the advantages of a wood stove or insert for your home.