A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood stove can give warmth and character to any room. It can be used to cook, especially when you choose one with a stovetop option.
When the draft is less the larger wood stoves create more creosote and burn inefficiently. The Louis stove is specifically designed to be mobile and is suitable for yurts, caravans or shepherds' huts. boats and vans.
Cooking
Cooking on an unassuming wood-burning stove is one of the many pleasures that come with having one. This can bring a genuine sense of pride, care and enjoyment, as well as an opportunity to get away from the hectic pace of our lives for a few minutes.
Cooking using a log burner requires careful planning. Make sure to plan ahead and choose recipes that do not require high temperatures. Soups, stews, and casseroles are all great choices. It's also recommended to invest in a few of Charnwood's log burner accessories like the wood stove cooker plate that replaces the blanking plate on the stove's top and makes a very efficient hotplate to cook with - 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 right temperature, is to select the highest quality, well-seasoned wood. This will reduce creosote build-up, which could cause chimney problems when not properly burned. Hardwoods like oak and ash are particularly recommended for their ability to create long coals that release less heat over time.
Stove baffles can be shut and opened to control the airflow around the stove, which helps to maximize combustion and create a flame that is capable of providing the right amount of heat for toasting bread and slow simmering of casseroles and soups. It is important to experiment with the baffles on your stove to determine the ideal settings for you.
It's also an excellent idea to buy a trivet, which is designed to be placed on top of the stove. This will stop your kettle from leaking when you put it on the stove, which could be a common error when first using the log burner! It's also recommended to purchase an electric kettle with a whistle built in, which can be very useful for those who love a quick cup of coffee or tea.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are an excellent source of warmth. They not only warm your home however, they also contribute to a healthy and sustainable energy supply. Burning wood can reduce demand for electricity when the grid is at its busiest and can lower the cost of electricity for everyone!
You can also install a stove to heat a hot water supply for your radiators and taps. This is ideal for people who have a small home or narrowboat, but don't have the space to store a water heating unit.
Cooking on a wood stove is another fantastic way to use it! Many wood stoves feature flat surfaces, which is perfect for heating pots and pans. You can use the stove to cook, roast or boil water, or even steam. Just remember to check your stove is capable of burning the type of fuel you want to use and that it is safe for doing so.
Keep your wood stove clean. This will prevent the risk of creosote accumulation and allow for a clear view of flames. It is a good idea to clean any ash from the grate frequently.
You should also use dry well-seasoned and well-seasoned hardwood. This will help you achieve the most effective and safest burning possible and will also help reduce the amount of toxins that are released into the air. Idealy, the firewood should be split, cut and then stacked in an area with good ventilation for at minimum a year before it is taken inside. You can also purchase Kiln dried logs that are pre-cut and bagged and easy to carry and store.
It is also essential to make sure that the wood stove you pick is of the right size for the space in which it is installed. A stove that is too big will result in smaller fires, which result in more creosote. This will limit the amount of heat produced. A small wood-burning stove can heat 500 square feet while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and an extra large wood stove can be able to heat 2200 square feet.
Character
A small wood stove will bring warmth and character to the kitchen and living space. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempted for use in smoke-controlled areas so you can enjoy them in both rural and urban environments. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in both wood and multi fuel, features a landscape format glass pane and is perfect for both modern and classic interiors.
Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove with stunning flame effects. With its curved doors and wide viewing windows, this modern log burner offers exceptional flame visuals. Air jets in the advanced combustion system direct the air towards the areas that are most crucial to the flame, ensuring excellent performance. Based on cast iron wood burner in which the wood grows (willow grows near water bodies or in soils that are moist, for example) 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 character. A small stove can help you cut down on fuel costs by not having to heat the whole house.
If you're thinking of installing an appliance, you should consider making a visit to an experienced local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess your fireplace space and provide you with an accurate quote.
Not only the price of the stove must be taken into consideration, but also how much preparation work and additional tasks you will need to do in your home. There's plenty to consider and it's crucial to choose an expert who is qualified for the job.
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 chimney's brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. Installing one of them prior to installing your stove is a good idea especially if you have an older house.
Installing a stove into an area that does not have a chimney will require an insulated twin-wall flue. This will create a fake chimney system, which will provide a safe location for fumes and smoke to escape.
A twin wall flue system can run through your house and exit through the roof, or be a part of the exterior of the building. The latter is more economical and involves less internal work, but it can be less well-insulated.
It is also necessary to have an afghan constructed for the stove to sit on. It can be made from any non-combustible materials, but it is best to choose something that is easily cleaned. You'll also need a flue liner and an enclosure for protection.
If you're looking for a stove with a small size that will fit in your kitchen, we recommend the British MI Small FlickrFlame. Its compact design makes it ideal for most kitchens. It also comes with a beautiful window from which to view the flames. It's a smoke exempt model that is DEFRA approved, which makes it suitable for use in smoke control zones.