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A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space A small wood stove will bring warmth and character to any room. You can use it to cook, particularly in the event that you select a model with a stovetop option. If the draft is decreased, larger wood stoves produce more creosote and burn slower. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove and is suitable for yurts or caravans. Cooking Cooking on an unassuming wood-burning stove is one of the many pleasures that come with having one. It can give you a great satisfaction and pride and also a chance to escape the hectic pace of modern life. Planning is key when cooking on a log stove. It takes longer for the stove to heat up, so it is important to plan accordingly and choose recipes that don't require high temperatures. For instance, stews, soups, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. Charnwood log burner accessories are worth the investment. The wood stove cooker plate replaces the blanking plates on the top of your stove to create a hotplate that is ideal to heat your kettle. The best way to ensure that your stove is in good in good condition, and capable of cooking at the right temperature is to use the finest quality, well-seasoned wood. This will help reduce the build-up of creosote, which can cause chimney problems If the wood is not burned properly. Hardwoods like oak and ash, are advised for their ability to create long coals which release lower levels of heat over time. The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to regulate airflow. This will allow you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering casseroles and soups and ensuring the most efficient combustion. It is essential to play with the baffles on your stove to discover the settings that work best for you. It's also a good idea to purchase trivets that are designed to be placed on top of your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out if you take it off the stove. This is a common mistake when using a log burner for the first time! You can also buy a stovetop tea kettle that comes with a built-in whistle. This is ideal for those who want making a quick cup or coffee. Warmth Wood-burning stoves provide a great source of heat. They not only heat your home however, they also contribute to an eco-friendly and sustainable energy supply. The burning of wood reduces the demand for electricity during times when the grid is at its busiest. This helps reduce the cost of electricity. You can also set up the stove to heat up the hot water supply to your taps and radiators. This is ideal for those who live in a smaller house, caravan, or narrowboats that don't have enough space to store an electric water heater. Another excellent way to utilize a wood burner is to cook on it! There are many wood stoves that have a flat top, ideal to heat pots and pans. The stove can be used to roast, fry, boil or steam. Be sure to ensure that your stove is capable of burning the type of fuel you plan to use, and also that it is safe to do so. One of the most important things to remember when burning wood stoves is to keep it clean. This will help avoid dangerous creosote build up and ensure a clear view of the flames. It is crucial to regularly remove excess ash. It is important to ensure that you're using well-seasoned, dry wood. This will ensure you get the best burning and will reduce the amount of toxins that are in the air. Ideally your firewood must have been cut and split and stored in a ventilated area for at least 12 months, before bringing it indoors to use. You can also purchase kiln dried logs that have been cut, packed and easy to store and carry. It is also essential to make sure that the wood stove you pick is the right size for the space in which it is installed. A wood stove that is too large will result in smaller fires, which result in more creosote. This will limit the amount of heat produced. A small wood-burning stove can be able to heat 500 square feet and a larger wood burning stove can heat up to 1,000 square feet and an extra large wood stove can provide heat to 2,200 square feet. Character A small wood stove can add a touch of warmth and character to your kitchen and living space. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt from use in smoke-free zones, which means you can use them both in rural and urban environments. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel and is a landscape design with a glass pane. It is perfect for both modern and traditional interiors. If you're looking for a wood-burning stove that has stunning flame visuals, then consider the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this modern log burner provides stunning flame images. Air jets in the modern combustion system direct the air towards the areas that are most crucial to the flame, ensuring excellent performance. Based on the area in which the wood grows (willow grows near water bodies and in soils that are moist like) various kinds of firewood will have different water content. Certain types of wood may require more seasoning. Installation Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and personality. A small stove can lower your energy costs since you won't need to heat the entire house. It's a good idea to schedule an appointment with an HETAS installer to visit your home if you're contemplating installing an appliance. This will enable them to assess your fireplace's dimensions accurately and give you a price. Not only the price of the stove needs to be taken into consideration, but also how much preparation work and other tasks you will need to do at home. There's many things to take into account and it's crucial that you get the right person for the task. As part of the installation, you may need to install a chimney liner. Chimney liners prevent toxic gases and smoke from escaping through the cracks in the brickwork of the chimney and contaminating your home's air. It's a good idea to install one prior to installing your stove, particularly if you live in an older property. If you're planning on installing the stove in a room with no existing chimney, you'll need to have a twin wall flue system installed. This will result in a chimney that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape. woodburning stoves can go through your home and exit through the roof, or be run externally along the side of the building. The latter is more economical and requires less internal work, but it may be less well-insulated. You'll need to build an oven hearth. It can be made from any non-combustible material, but it is recommended to select one that is easy to clean. You'll need a cowl as well as an lining for the flue to protect. If you're looking for a small stove that will fit in your kitchen, we recommend the British designed MI Small FlickrFlame. Its small size makes it ideal for most kitchens. It also comes with a beautiful window from which to see the flames. It is a non-smoking model that has been DEFRA approved. This allows it to be used in areas that require smoke control.