The Most Innovative Things Happening With Wood Burner Fireplace

How to Get the Most From a Wood Burner Fireplace

Unlike traditional open fireplaces wood stoves are designed and optimised to burn firewood. This enables them to comply with the stricter emission requirements.

Wood burning stoves produce dancing yellow flames and cosy crackling sounds. They also provide a primal feeling of warmth. The smoke produced is contaminated by air pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Efficient

Fireplaces and stoves that burn wood offer a stunning and natural heat to your home, but they are also extremely efficient. A quality wood stove can achieve an Ecodesign rating as high as 77%. It is crucial to get the most out of your wood burner particularly with the increasing energy costs. The good thing is that it’s much easier than ever to do!

One of the main factors that determines how effective the wood-burning stove is in the water content of the wood. We recommend using only dried and seasoned wood that has dried for at least one year and in many cases two years. The dryer the wood is the more efficiently it burns, which means less smoke and less harmful emissions.

Another benefit of a wood burning stove is that it’s a low carbon source of fuel, which is excellent for the environment. By purchasing locally sourced wood, you are also helping to support the active conservation and management of forests. This is great for wildlife.

As far as maintenance is involved, the sole requirement for a wood stove is to take out and dispose of the ash. This can be a little bit of a hassle, but is well worth it to ensure you get the maximum heat from each and every log. If you wait for the ashes 2-3 days to cool completely and then, they can be utilized as a non-toxic and environmentally friendly melting ice. They can be used to polish jewelry and absorb smells.

A fireplace with wood burning is a timeless classic. Although they’re not as popular than gas fireplaces however, there’s no denying the beauty and appeal of a warm log fire. These fires are perfect to cuddle in on cold winter nights, and they create a warm and welcoming area in your home. A high-quality wood burner will pay for itself for a long time. Our chimney sweeps are available to assist you in getting the most from your stove – give us a call today to learn more.

Low Carbon

Wood burners that are efficient and clean are the most effective option to save money while also keeping your home warm. They also help local woodland management. This is an excellent option to help wildlife in your local area.

Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves create very little pollutant if they are maintained properly and are used with dry, seasoned firewood. However, if they are not maintained properly or are used with poor quality wood the smoke that is produced by them can contain fine particles (known as particulate pollution) that can irritate the lungs and other organs. It also contains carbon monoxide and toxic air pollutants like formaldehyde, benzene, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Inhaling this type of air pollution could cause irritation to the lung wheezing, coughing and asthma attacks. It can even cause serious health issues like cancer, heart disease, or premature death.

Some people fear that using a wood burning stove can cause climate change, but this is not necessarily true. Burning wood produces energy that is carbon neutral. Through the life of a tree, it absorbs carbon dioxide and when it is burned, the absorbed carbon is released back into the atmosphere.

The wood is produced locally, which reduces the amount pollution that is produced during the transport process. It is crucial to choose hardwoods that are well-seasoned and of high quality. They burn longer and more evenly than softwoods.

Modern, EPA certified wood stoves and heaters (such as those made by Charlton & Jenrick) have significantly lower emissions than older stoves. They are certified to meet 2020 EPA standards, which are considerably more strict than earlier emission limits.

To prevent a build-up of exhaust inside your home, all wood burning stoves should be vented fully to the outside. By keeping the flames in the vicinity of the logs and making sure you use dry, seasoned and dry wood, all of our current clean burn and DEFRA exempt stoves are capable of producing very clear exhaust and have particulate levels 60 or more lower than the DEFRA limit.

A wood-burning stove that has a catalytic converter or hybrid unit can provide the best low-carbon option for heating. These units ignite the particulates and gases from the initial combustion in a subsequent stage by mixing them with superheated air. The remaining gases and particulates are transferred to a catalytic unit to create a final and third combustion. This further reduces emissions to levels far below government standards.

Clean Burn

Cleanburn wood stoves burn fuel at the highest possible efficiency. This results in minimal particles emitted into the atmosphere when burning wood. The air management system of the stove regulates the intake and ventilation of gases, ensuring that the combustion process is conducted in a sealed and controlled environment. It also regulates the flame’s height to minimize emissions and increase the heat output.

This means that your chimney and its surroundings will be cleaner than older stoves. Particulate matter (also called particle pollution) from wood that is not fully combusted causes respiratory problems such as wheezing and coughing in people and can lead to the development of heart disease such as stroke, diabetes, and other serious health problems. The air pollution resulting caused by wood burning is an important factor in poor urban air quality.

Smoke from poorly burned timber is a source of fine particulate pollutants as well as dangerous air pollutants like carbon monoxide and other hazardous air pollutants like nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene, and formaldehyde. These particles can penetrate deep into the lungs and other organs, causing discomfort, injury, and even death. Dust particles from the air can also cause a hazard to surfaces in your home, giving them a gritty feel.

It’s important to use only high-quality, seasoned and dried firewood when using your fireplace with a wood burner. Hardwoods such as oak, ash, and beech are the most efficient for heating. Hardwoods have a higher density and BTU content. They also provide more heat than softwoods.

Check with your local authority to find out if they have any rules concerning wood burning. These rules may include rules on odors and nuisances, as well as visible emissions or smoke opacity limitations.

It is essential to keep the glass of a wood stove that has an open front that is free of deposits and dirt. You can use a dry cloth or oven cleaner spray for this. Alternatively, you can add bicarbonate of soda mixed with a little water to the glass.

Regular maintenance of your chimney and stove is also vital. This includes regular chimney cleanings to remove creosote and ensure the proper operation of the flue. It is also important to mark the dates of your periodic inspections on your calendar. This will help you to avoid costly repairs and prolong your wood burner’s life.

Low Maintenance

Many people opt to install wood burning fireplaces because of the natural warmth they create. This type of fireplace needs some maintenance and upkeep. The chimney, flue and stove are all possible sources of house fires if not maintained and cleaned regularly. Fireplaces can also provide heat in the event of an electrical outage, particularly during winter storms, when branches of trees can fall and power lines may be knocked down.

When you use a wood stove to heat your home, you’ll be able to reduce your carbon footprint compared to other fossil sources of energy like gas. Modern wood stoves, inserts, and fireplaces are built to comply with EPA standards (Environmental Protection Agency) which means that they emit very little carbon dioxide. The more seasoned the wood is and the better it is, the more efficient it will be as well, so you’ll burn less of it to produce the same amount of heat.

They require some maintenance and care, including ensuring they are not in close proximity to combustible materials and a screen is in place. The air flow can be improved by keeping the grate clean of ash and other debris. This will ensure that the fire is burning longer and your home clean. You should have your chimney and stove swept at least two times per year to avoid creosote accumulation, which can cause a fire hazard or clog and restrict ventilation.

It can take a while for a new homeowner to master the art of to ignite, light and maintain a steady fire in the fireplace. Once you’ve learned the art of burning, your wood burner will be an ideal source of warmth and comfort in your home.

Wood burning fireplaces have been around in some form or another for over 500 years. They’ve gained popularity due to their efficiency, sustainability and the natural warmth of real wood. Talk with your local Regency dealer about the advantages of wood stoves or inserts for your home if you’re looking to buy an entirely new heater.