A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space

A small wood stove will give the warmth and character of any room. It can be used to cook, especially in the event that you select the stovetop option.

If the draft is decreased larger modern wood burning stove stoves generate more creosote and burn inefficiently. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove and is ideal for caravans and yurts.

Cooking

One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking it. This can bring a real sense of pride and enjoyment as well as a chance to escape the hectic pace of modern wood burner life.

Planning is crucial when cooking on a log stove. It takes longer for the stove to heat up and cook, so it is essential to plan accordingly, and select recipes that don't require high temperatures. For instance, stews, soups and casseroles as well as pot roasts all work well. It's also a good idea to invest in a few of Charnwood's log burner accessories including the cooker plate for the wood stove, which replaces the blanking plate that is on the top of the stove and makes a very efficient hotplate to cook on - perfect for heating up your kettle!

The best way to ensure that your stove is in good working condition, and capable of cooking at the correct temperature, is to use the finest quality, well-seasoned wood. This will lessen the accumulation of creosote that can cause chimney issues if not burnt properly. Hardwoods like oak and ash are suggested because they produce long coals that release heat slowly over time.

The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to regulate airflow. This will allow you to build the perfect fire for toasting bread, slow simmering casseroles and soups and ensuring the most efficient combustion. It is crucial to play around with the baffles on your stove to discover the ideal settings for you.

A trivet is a great idea. It's made to sit on your stove. This will stop your kettle from leaking if you leave it on the stove, which could be a common mistake to make when first using a log burner! It's also recommended to purchase a stovetop kettle that has an integrated whistle and can be extremely beneficial for those who like an easy coffee or a cup of tea.

Warmth

Wood-burning stoves are an excellent source of heat. They not only heat your home, but they also contribute to an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. Wood burning reduces demand for electricity when the electricity grid is at its busiest and helps lower the cost of electricity for everyone!

Installing a stove can be used to heat hot water for taps and radiators. This is ideal for those who live in a small house or boat, and don't have enough space to store a water heating unit.

Another way to make use of a wood burner is to cook on it! There are a myriad of wood stoves with flat tops that are perfect for heating pots and pans. You can use the stove to roast, fry, boil or steam. Make sure your stove is able to burn the fuel you plan to use and is safe to do so.

One of the most important things to consider when you are using wood stoves is to keep it clean. This will prevent dangerous creosote build-up and keep the flames visible. It is crucial to regularly remove excess ash.

It is important to ensure that you're using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will allow you to have the most efficient and safest burning possible and will also help reduce toxins in the atmosphere. Ideally the firewood you use should have been cut and split and stored in a well-ventilated area for at least 12 months before bringing it inside to use. You could also buy Kiln dried logs that are pre-cut and bagged and easy to transport and store.

It is also essential to make sure that the wood stove you select is the right size for the area in which it will be installed. Installing a too large stove in a small area could result in smaller fires, which will create more creosote and reduce the amount of heat generated. A small wood-burning stove can heat 500 square feet while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet, and a large wood stove will provide heat to 2,200 square feet.

Character

A small wood stove can add warmth and character to the living room and kitchen. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempted for use in smoke-controlled areas, so you can enjoy them in both urban and rural environments. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood and multi fuel, features a landscape format glass pane and is perfect for both classic and contemporary interiors.

If you're seeking a wood burning stove that has stunning flame visuals look into the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and wide viewing windows, this contemporary log burner has stunning flame images. Air jets inside the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, ensuring excellent performance. Depending on where the wood grows (willow grows close to water bodies and in soils that are moist, for example) various kinds of firewood will have varying water contents. Certain types of cast iron wood burner may require more seasoning.

Installation

Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and personality. A small stove can also help you reduce your cost of fuel by not having to heat the entire house.

If you're thinking of installing an appliance, you should consider making a visit to a local HETAS installer. This will enable them to assess the fireplace's space and give you a price.

Not just the cost of the stove must be considered and also the amount of preparation work and additional tasks you will need to do in your home. There's plenty to think about, so it's important to choose an expert who is qualified for the task.

As part of the installation, you may have to install a chimney liner. Chimney liner prevents harmful gas and smoke from venting through gaps between the brickwork of the chimney and contaminating the air inside your home. Installing one of them prior to installing your stove is a good idea particularly if you live in an older home.

If you're considering installing the stove in a room that has no chimney, you'll have to install a twin wall flue system fitted. This will create a chimney system that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.

A twin wall flue system could run through your home and exit through the roof, or it can run externally along the side of the building. This option is less expensive and requires less internal work but may be less well-insulated.

You'll need to build a hearth for the stove. It can be constructed from any non-combustible material, however it is recommended to select something that can be cleaned easily. You'll need a cowl as well as an lining for the flue to protect.

If you're looking to find a small stove that will fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact dimensions make it perfect for most kitchen spaces and has a beautiful glass window to watch the flames from. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA approved, making it suitable for use in smoke control zones.