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 when you choose one with a stovetop option.
Larger wood stoves burn more efficiently when the draft is reduced and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove and is suitable for caravans and yurts.
Cooking
One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking on it. This can bring a real sense of pride and enjoyment and also a chance to get away from the frantic pace of modern life.
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 good choices. It's also a good idea to invest in a few of Charnwood's log burner accessories like the cooker plate for the wood stove that replaces the blanking plate on the stove's top and makes a very efficient hotplate for cooking with which is perfect for heating your kettle!
The best way to make sure that your stove is in good working in good condition, and capable of cooking at the correct temperature is to use only the highest quality, seasoned wood. This will lessen the accumulation of creosote that can cause chimney problems if not burnt properly. Hardwoods like oak and ash, are recommended due to their capacity to create long coals which release less heat over time.
The baffles on your stove can be opened and closed to control the flow of air. This allows you to build the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering soups and casseroles and ensuring the highest quality combustion. It is recommended to familiarize yourself with your stove and experiment with opening and closing the baffles them at different times, to discover the settings that provide the best results for each specific task.
It's also recommended to buy trivets, which are designed to sit on top of your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out when you remove it from the stove. This is a common mistake when using a log burner for the first time! You can also purchase an electric kettle that has a built-in whistle. This is ideal for those who want making an instant cup of coffee or a cup of tea.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. They do not just heat your home but can also provide an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. The burning of wood can reduce the demand for electricity during times when the grid is busiest. This can help reduce the cost of electricity.
The stove can be used to provide hot water for taps and radiators. This is a great option for those who live in a smaller home, caravan or narrowboat that may not have room to store an electric water heater.
Cooking on a wood stove is another great way to use it! Many wood stoves have an even surface that is perfect for heating pots and pans. It can be used to cook, fry, steam or roast. Be sure to ensure that whether your stove is capable of burning the kind of fuel you intend to use and that it is safe to do this.
One of the most important things to consider when using wood stoves is to keep it clean. This will stop the dangerous creosote from accumulating and also keep the flames in view. It is crucial to regularly remove excess ash.
It is also a good idea to make sure you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure that you get the best burn and will reduce the amount of toxins that are in the air. Ideally, the firewood needs to be cut, split and then stacked in an area with good ventilation for at least one year prior to being brought inside. You can also purchase kiln dried logs that are pre-cut, packaged and easy to store and carry.
It is also essential to make sure that the wood burning fires stove you pick is the right size for the space in which it is installed. Installing a too large wood burner stove in a small area can 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 and a larger wood burning stove can heat up to 1,000 square feet and an extra large wood stove can heat 2,200 square feet.
Character
A small cast iron wood burning stove stove can bring warmth and character to the living room and kitchen. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt for use in smoke controlled areas, so you can use them in both urban and rural locations. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in both wood and multi fuel, comes with a glass pane that is landscape-oriented and is ideal for modern wood burner and traditional interiors.
If you're seeking a wood burning fireplace burning stove with outstanding flame visuals, then consider the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this contemporary log burner has stunning flame visuals. Air jets in the advanced combustion system direct air to key areas of the fire, ensuring top performance. Based on the area in which the wood is growing (willow is found near water bodies or in moist soils for instance), different kinds of firewood have different water content. Some might require longer seasoning.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and personality. A small stove can help you cut down on energy costs as you don't have to heat your entire home.
If you're considering installing an appliance, you should consider scheduling a visit to an experienced local HETAS installer. This will enable them to assess your fireplace space and provide you with an accurate quote.
It's not just the price of the stove that needs to be considered as well as the amount of preparation work and other tasks will be required in your home. There's a lot to think about and it's crucial that you choose the right person for the job.
As part of the installation, you may require the installation of a chimney liner. Chimney liners stop toxic smoke and gasses from escaping through the cracks in the chimney's brickwork and infecting the air in your home. Installing one prior to installing your stove is a good idea especially if you have an older home.
Installing a stove in an area without a chimney will require an insulated twin-wall flue. This will create a chimney that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.
A twin wall flue system can run through your home and exit through the roof, or it can be run externally along the side of the building. This is more affordable and requires less internal work, however it may be less well-insulated.
It is also necessary to have a hearth constructed for the stove to rest on. It can be constructed from any non-combustible materials, but it's best to use something that will 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 can fit in your kitchen, we recommend the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact dimensions make it perfect for most kitchen spaces and has a beautiful window to view the flames from. It is a smoke-free model that has been DEFRA approved. This allows it to be used in areas where smoke control is needed.