What’s The Most Important “Myths” Concerning Wood Burner Fireplace May Actually Be Right

How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

In contrast to traditional open fireplaces, wood stoves are designed and optimised to burn wood. This allows them to meet stricter emission standards.

Wood burning stoves provide warm, yellow flames that dance, crackling sound and that innate sense of warmth. The smoke produced is contaminated by air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood provide beautiful and natural heat source to the home, but they are also incredibly efficient. A high-quality wood burner can achieve an Ecodesign rating of up to 77 percent. It is essential to get the most value of your log stove in light of increasing energy costs. The good news is that it’s easier than ever to do!

The amount of moisture in wood is one of the main factors that determines the efficiency of a wood-burning stove is. This is the reason we suggest only using wood that is seasoned, that has been dried for at least one year, but more often two years. The more dry the wood, the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

A wood-burning stove also is an environmentally friendly fuel source, which is good for the environment. In addition, by buying locally-sourced firewood, you are helping to support the management of woodlands, which is a great thing for wildlife.

The only thing a wood burning stove needs in terms of maintenance is that you regularly take away and dispose of ash. This can be a little bit of a hassle but is well worth it to ensure that you get the maximum heat from each and every log. Additionally, if you wait 2-3 days until the ashes completely cool they can be used as a non-toxic and eco-friendly ice melt. They can also be used to polish jewellery and absorb odors.

A fireplace with wood burning is an old-fashioned classic. Although they’re less popular than gas fireplaces however, there’s no denying the beauty and allure of a warm log fire. These fires are great to snuggle up with on cold nights, and they create a warm and welcoming area in your home. Make sure you invest in a high-quality wood stove and you’ll start enjoying the benefits for years to come! Our chimney sweeps are here to help you get the most from your stove. Give us a call now to find out more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that burn efficiently and cleanly are the most effective option to save money while keeping your home warm. They also help local woodland management. This is a great method to support wildlife in your local area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are properly maintained and are used with dry, seasoned and dry firewood. When they are not maintained properly or use wood of poor quality, the smoke that is produced is a result of fine particles, also known as particulate pollutants, which can irritate the lungs and other organs of the body. It also contains carbon monoxide as well as toxic air pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling air pollution can cause irritation of the lung and cause asthma attacks wheezing, coughing, and lung irritation. It may also cause cancer, heart disease or premature death.

Some people worry that using a wood burning stove can cause climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood is a carbon-neutral energy source. In the course of the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide, and when burned the carbon absorbed is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is sourced locally, which reduces the amount of pollution emitted in the transportation process. It is essential to select hardwoods that are seasoned and of high quality. They burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.

Modern wood stoves, including the ones made by Charlton & Jenrick, emit less carbon dioxide than older stoves. They have been certified to meet 2020 EPA standards that are significantly more stringent than the previous emission limits.

To prevent a build-up of exhaust inside your home, all wood-burning stoves should be vented to the outside. All of our DEFRA-exempt and clean-burn stoves produce clear exhaust when keeping the flames above the wood logs and using dry, seasoned firewood.

A wood burning stove equipped with a catalytic converter or hybrid unit can provide the best low-carbon option for heating. These units re-ignite the particulates and gases from the initial combustion in a second stage by mixing them with superheated air. The remaining gases and particulates are then transported through a catalytic combustion unit to create a final and third combustion. This further reduces emissions to levels that are below the government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel with the highest possible efficiency. This results in minimal dust emissions into the atmosphere when burning wood. The air management system of the stove regulates the intake and exhaust of gases to ensure the combustion process is conducted in a sealed and controlled environment. It also regulates the height of the flame to reduce emissions and maximize heat output.

This means your chimney and its surroundings will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter, also referred to as particle pollution, from incompletely burned wood can trigger respiratory issues, such as coughing and wheezing. It can also contribute to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other serious illnesses. The smoke caused by wood burning is a contributory factor in poor air quality in urban areas.

The smoke from poorly combusted wood is a mixture of fine particulate matter and dangerous air pollutants like carbon monoxide volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, benzene formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These particles can penetrate deep into the lungs and other organs, causing discomfort, damage and even death. Airborne dust can also damage surfaces in your home and give them a rough feeling.

It’s important to use only good quality, seasoned and dried firewood when you use your wood burner fireplace. The most valuable woods for heating are hardwoods like oak, ash and beech. Hardwoods are dense and BTU content and they provide more heat than softwoods.

Check with your local authorities to see whether they have rules concerning wood burning. These could include nuisance/odor regulations and visible emissions or smoke opacity limits.

If you have a wood stove with glass doors, it’s important to keep the glass clean of deposits and grime. This can be done with a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray. You can also add bicarbonate soda and water to the glass.

Regular maintenance is essential for your stove and chimney. Regular chimney cleaning is required to remove creosote, and to ensure that the flue works correctly. You should also mark the dates for periodic inspections on your calendar. This will allow you to avoid costly repairs and prolong the life of your wood stove.

Low Maintenance

Wood burning fireplaces are very popular because they provide a natural warmth. This kind of fireplace requires some maintenance and upkeep. If it is not maintained and cleaned regularly, the chimney, flue and stove could all be potential sources of fires within your home. These fireplaces are also an excellent source of heat when the power goes out, especially during winter when snowstorms can cause branches to fall from trees and knock down under-hanging power lines.

Utilizing a wood burner to heat your home will reduce your carbon footprint significantly compared to other fossil fuel sources like gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts, and fireplaces are designed to meet EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency), which means they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more seasoned wood you use, the more efficient the stove will be. You’ll require less wood to get the same heat.

These fireplaces require some maintenance and attention, including making sure they are placed away from burning materials and a screening is in place. The air flow can be improved by keeping the grate clear of ash and other debris. This will help keep the fire burning longer and your home tidy. It is recommended that your chimney and stove swept at least twice per year to prevent the build-up of creosote which could create a dangerous fire hazard and a blockage that can hinder ventilation.

A wood burning stove will need to be tended constantly and it may take time for a new homeowner to understand how to light, ignite and maintain a constant fire in the fireplace. Once you’ve learned the art, your wood stove will become an excellent source of warmth and comfort in your home.

Wood-burning fireplaces have been around in a variety of forms for more than 500 years and they’ve regained popularity because of their efficiency as well as their sustainability and natural warmth and scent of real wood. Talk to your local Regency dealer about the benefits of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you’re looking to purchase an entirely new heater.