Contemporary Wood Stoves

Wood stoves were traditionally used as a primary source of heating in homes. They don't affect the cost of wood burning stove of electricity. Modern stoves can be a stunning addition to any home.

This DEFRA approved modern wood burning stove combines a contemporary design with an environmentally friendly combustion system. It has an A plus energy rating mark and can power up to 5kW priced at PS1,900.

How They Work

Wood stoves are a great method of heating your home. They can be utilized as a primary or supplementary heating source, and can add a touch of style that can make any room feel more comfortable and inviting. The wood burning stoves create a controlled atmosphere which allows the fire to produce more efficiently and create heat.

They accomplish this by directing air through the fire, which helps to control how quickly and effectively it burns. This is a major element in the overall effectiveness of a wood stove since the fire that burns too long will lose energy and heat to the surrounding air. Modern wood stoves help reduce this by directing air into the firebox in various directions to keep the fire burning.

A large majority of modern wood stoves have a catalytic combustion chamber to ensure maximum efficiency. This is a piece of metal, typically circular in form, that is placed close to the top of the stove where the flue pipe connects. It looks like a metal beehive and has pores in which the combustion gases are stored. These gases are then burned again at lower temperatures to release more heat.

Other features in modern wood stoves include air bypass chambers, which are large flaps within the interior of the firebox that can be opened to redirect the flue gases around the catalyst at the time of starting. This lets the fire start more quickly and can limit some of the initial buildup of soot on the catalyst's surface. This is a standard feature in both new and old stoves and it helps to improve the efficiency of heating in a wood stove.

Convection Chambers

Whether you live in a rustic wooded cabin or a modern prefab tiny home, there's nothing that's more perfect with nature than a wood stove. These well-established heating appliances are not just a source of warmth and ambiance to your living space, but they also offer a renewable alternative to fossil fuels. Here's how they work.

Modern wood stoves are extremely efficient in energy use, thanks to technological innovation. The secondary skin creates air pockets around the "firebox" or main compartment. The cool air in the room is dragged into the pockets, and released at the top of the stove when it becomes warm. This allows the room to be heated quicker.

Many modern wood stoves are made of sheet iron, which is a material that is quick to cool and heat and is more malleable than cast iron. This allows the development of an extremely durable, sleek and visually appealing stove that's perfect for contemporary homes. Sheet iron is also more eco friendly than casting iron because it emits fewer harmful emissions.

If you're planning to purchase a new wood burning stove, ensure that it is EPA-certified and catalytic. This kind of wood burning stove produces less pollution and burns more evenly than non-catalytic stoves. You'll also go through less wood since the fire burns for longer.

While a wood stove should not be used as your primary or sole source of heat, it can be an excellent backup to modern central heating systems in the event of an emergency. Consider installing a blower on your contemporary wood-burning stove to spread the heat evenly throughout your home.

Fireboxes

The firebox of wood stoves is where the magic happens. It's where you build the fire and burn the wood to generate heat, and it's the place where your stove will spend the majority of its time when you use it. These fireboxes can be made out of stainless steel or cast iron. Some modern stoves have an additional skin that creates pockets of heated air that are placed directly around the fire. This allows the heated air to warm the surrounding areas more quickly and efficiently than any other type of fireplace or wood-burning heating device.

Wood stoves are becoming a staple in many homes. They are no longer only for rustic cabins high in the mountains. A wood stove is an attractive accent piece that is sure to make any room feel warm and welcoming. It is important to remember, however, that wood stoves should not be used as a primary or 5kW sole source of heat. If you're planning to add a wood-burning stove to your home, be sure to consider the size of your house and whether or not you already have a heating system in place.

There are a myriad of kinds and sizes of stoves, making it easy to find one that fits your space. There are small stoves for tiny homes and ADUs, or smaller rooms within larger homes. Also available are larger stoves that can be used in a large cottage or cabin.

Modern wood stoves are usually designed to be energy efficient and come with an Ecodesign rating. This helps reduce the amount of air pollutants like Particulate Matter, Organic Gaseous Compounds and Carbon Monoxide. Certain wood stoves have an air wash option to cleanse the air inside your stove.

Materials

Wood stoves are the heart of many homes and will be a perfect fit in a Scandinavian style cabin or Midcentury Malibu beach home. They're more modern than the traditional stoves with potbelly designs which dominated the hearth in the home. They're designed to provide heat for small to medium sized rooms and can be paired with a variety of accessories to provide warmth.

Wood-burning stoves are less expensive than gas and coal which could save you money in winter. They are also eco-friendly. They can be costly to install, and also require regular maintenance.

You can choose a modern wood stove that is certified according to your environmental preferences. For instance the Short Penguin Eco from Chilli Penguin Stoves comes with a second thermally retaining glass to improve energy efficiency and achieves more than 80 percent efficiency thanks to its dual air flow and combustion system.

If you're looking to cut down your carbon footprint even more, an uncatalytic wood stove from Stovax is a great option. It is EPA-certified and won't release harmful chemicals into the environment.

Most contemporary stoves come with an open firebox that is lined with baffles and firebricks. These aid in regulating the temperature inside the stove, which reduces the amount of smoke and particulates that is produced. This helps to prevent creosote from accumulating in your chimney, and also reduces pollution of the air around your home. Catalytic wood stoves work exactly the same way as an uncatalytic one, but is more efficient in burning off unburnt gas and bringing them back to the fire for re-combustion.

Styles

Some things are timeless and a modern wood stove is among them. It's a practical device that will keep you warm in winter and also is a stunning design element to add to your living room.

Modern wood stoves can be beautiful and efficient. They employ a catalytic as well as non-catalytic method of combustion that is a form of heating process that accelerates the burning of wood. As the air in the fire heats up and the water molecules within the wood are vaporized. This helps to fuel the flames. Then it reaches temperatures of around 600 degrees Fahrenheit, and begins to burn away the carbon and tar found in the wood. This reduces the amount harmful gasses released into the atmosphere and makes a wood stove more eco-friendly than conventional ones.

The Rais Viva L 120 is an amazing example of this and is a fantastic choice for those looking to maximize efficiency while keeping their home warm. The stove comes with a catalytic system and secondary heat-retaining glass, which gives it an energy efficiency rating over 80%. It comes with a warranty for life, meaning you can enjoy it for many years.

If you're a big fan of the Scandinavian concept of "hygge" and are looking to add some cosy Danish charm to your home Look no further than our JC Bordelet catalogue for modern wood stoves. We have a variety of sizes, styles, and designs that can be adapted to any space. If you're looking for an energy-efficient level two Ecodesign wood burner to keep your fire burning or a stunning level five stove to impress your guests, we have something to fit every taste and budget.