Modern Wood Burners

Modern wood burners blend elegant designs, efficient heating and ecological considerations. They are a great addition to any home, and can be a backup source of heating in the event of a power outage.

They are more efficient in heating rooms than fireplaces, and emit far fewer harmful gases. However wood stoves can emit up to six times more particles than a modern diesel car.

The Jotul F 305 LL

The Jotul F 305 LL is one of the most recent models to join the Jotul collection. With a horizontal combustion chamber, this cast iron stove can hold large wood logs and offers a beautiful view of the flames. It also features a convenient ash drawer, and intuitive air controls. Additionally, it benefits from an efficient combustion system that helps reduce emissions. This model can be ordered with a rear heat shield and an upper made of soapstone to enhance its modern wood burner design.

The F 305 Series has a horizontal design, which makes it easier to place logs. It also provides a rapid heat transfer of 10kW to the room through integrated convection. It was developed by Anderssen & Voll in Norway, combining 160 years of heating expertise with timeless design. The long leg version is available in white and features lighter touches that bring out the full flames of the fire. The horizontal combustion chamber is perfect for burning large pieces of wood. The intuitive air controls make it easy to use.

The Jotul GF 305 DV IPI is a gas version of the renowned cast iron F 305 LL. The sleek, modern design is framed by smooth curves. The large view of the fire creates a stunning effect in your living space. The glass door covering 70 percent of the front area gives you an unobstructed view of the flame. Its high-performance features include an easy-to-install, built-in direct vent system as well as integrated heat convection which reduces the distance to combustible materials at the rear of the stove.

The Focus Grappus

The Focus Grappus wood burner is designed to bring out the fire. The burning flames are the star of the show. While most wood stoves tend to prize efficiency over appearance but the Focus design team have taken the opposite approach with their sleek black creations that make the glowing flames the main attraction of your home. The company's fireplaces are an integral part of the most luxurious interiors in the world and have been awarded 25 prestigious design awards.

The Focus creation features a tall, modern flame view window that is placed high on either side of the flue. A stylish wood storage provides an impressive visual contrast to the overall design. The tall flame view which is the hallmark of the Focus range, is customizable to meet your needs and preferences, including different sizes of flues.

In addition to its tall flame view in addition to the tall flame view, the Grappus has a contemporary minimalist design that is impressive and easy to live with. Its unique design makes it stand out from other contemporary wood burning stoves, and its clean lines will give a stylish design to any space. It's available as freestanding and a wall-mounted model and the latter is perfect for contemporary rooms in which floor space is a problem.

The Grappus also offers the choice of wood-burning or natural gas power. The insulating structure of the Grappus is composed of three different layers, with the innermost layer being a glass barrier that protects against heat generated by the fire. The outer layers are designed to allow the heat to be absorbed by the combustion process and then distributed evenly across the entire area. This ensures a comfortable, efficient heating experience and helps minimise the effects of condensation within the glass.

The Grappus is the perfect combination of performance and style. It is available in the range of 3-8kW when using wood, and up to 5 kW when using gas. It's also EcoDesign compliant and a great option for anyone looking for a chic, functional, efficient wood stove.

The Round Stack

Wood stoves come in a variety of different styles. There's a wood stove that will meet your preferences, whether you are looking for something earthy and rustic to enhance your home, or more sleek and modern. Modern stoves are not just beautiful, but also more efficient than traditional heating methods.

The proper stacking of logs is crucial in preparing them to burn in the stove. This will ensure that they remain dry and ready to burn. Airflow is crucial for drying firewood, so leave space between logs and keep their ends even. The logs can be preserved and dried by placing them in tarps or other structures.

The round stack method is a well-known method to stack firewood. It is easy to use and looks great. Make a base by laying out three to four rows of treated 2x4s or pallets. Then, build an end pillar stack on top of the base by placing 3-4 pieces of wood next to each other, and then placing another piece on the opposite side, with larger gaps at each end. Continue to build the pillars until the stack is 12 rows high, making sure that there is plenty of space between each pillar so that air flows easily throughout the entire pile.

Then, use a center stake to hold the stack in place and start adding perpendicular pieces to the outside of the stack. Tie them together in the middle using string. Repeat this process up to the desired height for your wall. Then, you can fill in the interior with odd-looking pieces and any that are too large for the outer rows. It is crucial to remember that indoor stacking requires a room that has plenty of natural light and good airflow. Overcrowding the stack could result in damp and moldy wood. The best place to stack indoors is usually an unfinished basement or garage.

The Short Penguin Eco

The Short Penguin Eco by Chilli Penguin is a great example of a fireplace that is eco-friendly. Its sleek lines and sturdy construction make it a fantastic choice for those who prefer more traditional styles or modern homes. The 5kw multi-fuel stove is able to burn both smokeless and wood fuel. It also has a large ceramic window that lets you watch the flames dance. It has an oven, which means you can cook food on it or boil water for hot beverages.

The stove is equipped with three clean burn features that achieve low emissions and more than 80% efficiency. The stove makes use of secondary heat retention glazing as well as combustion jets, and airflow diverting. The result is an efficient stove that can be used in smoke-control zones.

This stove is among the smallest of the domestic range. It can be put on the wall with an edging or log store. The design is clean and contemporary, with stainless steel handles. This is a stove you'll be happy to come home to.

The use of seasoned or kiln dried outdoor wood burner is a great method of reducing carbon footprint. This type of wood has been dried to less than 20% moisture which helps to reduce the amount of smoke it releases when burned. It's important to remember that even with an extremely efficient wood stove, you could still generate a significant amount of emissions if you aren't careful.

We'll be sharing more amazing green ideas in the coming blogs but in the meantime there are plenty of simple actions you can take to help the environment. There are a myriad of ways we can help by choosing eco-friendly furniture to reducing our consumption of paper. We hope that you find this blog useful and we look forward to hearing from you in the near future.