A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood stove adds warmth and the look of your living space. It can be used to cook, especially in the event that you select the stovetop option.
Larger wood stoves burn more efficiently when the draft is lowered and produce more creosote. The Louis stove is specifically designed to be mobile and suitable for yurts, caravans or shepherds' huts. boats, or vans.
Cooking
One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking on it. This can bring a real sense of pride pleasure and care, as well as an opportunity to get away from the frantic pace of modern life for a while.
Planning is key when cooking on a stove made of logs. It takes longer for the stove to get heated and cook, so it is essential to plan accordingly and choose recipes that do not require high temperatures - stews, soups, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. It's also a good idea to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner equipment, like the wood stove cooker plate that replaces the blanking plate at the top of the stove and creates a powerful hotplate for cooking with ideal for heating up your kettle!
The best way to ensure that your stove is in good working order, and that it's capable of cooking at the correct temperature, is to select the highest quality, well-seasoned wood. This will help reduce the build-up of creosote, which could cause chimney problems If the wood is not burned properly. Hardwoods, such as oak and ash, are recommended due to their capacity to create long coals which release less heat over time.
The baffles on your stove can be opened and closed to control airflow. This will allow you to build the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering soups and casseroles and ensuring the highest quality combustion. It is a good idea to learn about your stove and try opening the baffles and closing them at various points to determine the settings that provide the best results for each particular task.
It's also an excellent idea to buy trivets, which are designed to sit on top of your stove. This will prevent your kettle from boiling dry in the event that you leave it on the stove, which could be a common mistake to make when first using a log burner! You can also buy a stovetop tea kettle that comes with a built-in whistle. This is great for those who prefer to make coffee in a hurry.
Warmth
Wood-burning stoves are an excellent source of heat. They do not just heat your home, but can also help to ensure a sustainable and healthy energy supply. Wood burning reduces demand for electricity when the grid is at its most busy, which helps reduce electricity prices for everyone!
You can also put in a stove to heat a hot water supply for your radiators and taps. This is ideal for those who live in a tiny house, caravan or narrowboat that may not have enough space for the water heater.
Another great way to use the wood burner is to cook on it! A majority of wood stoves have flat surfaces, which is perfect for heating pots and pans. You can use the stove to roast, fry or boil water, or even steam. Check that your stove can use the fuel you intend to use and is safe to use it.
One of the most important things to keep in mind when using wood stoves is to keep it clean. This will prevent the risk of creosote accumulation and allow for a clear view of the flames. It is recommended to clear any excess Ash from the grate on a regular basis.
It is also a good idea to make sure you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will help you achieve the most effective and safest burning possible, as well as reducing the amount of toxins that are released into the air. Idealy, the firewood should be cut, split and then placed in an area that has good ventilation for at minimum a year before it is taken inside. You could also buy kiln dried logs, which are already cut and packaged and easy to transport and store.
It is also important to make sure that the wood stove you pick is of the right size for the space where it will be installed. Installing a too large stove in a small space could result in smaller fires, which can cause more creosote and reduce the amount of heat that is produced. A small wood burning stove can provide 500 square feet of heat while a large wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and a large wood stove will be able to heat 2200 square feet.
Character
A small wood burning stove will add a touch of warmth and the character of your kitchen or living space. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt from use in smoke-free zones, which means you can use them in both rural and urban locations. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood or multi fuel, comes with a glass pane that is landscape-oriented and is suitable for modern and traditional interiors.
If you're looking for a wood burning stove with outstanding flame visuals, then consider the Stovax Futura 4. This modern log burner has curving doors that have large viewing windows. It has exceptional flame visualizations. Air jets in the advanced combustion system direct the air towards the areas that are most crucial to the flame, ensuring great performance. Based on the area in which the wood is growing (willow is found near water bodies and in soils with moisture like) various kinds of firewood have varying water contents. Some might require longer seasoning.
Installation
Having a wood burner installed in your kitchen is a fantastic way to give it a sense of warmth and personality. A small stove will also help you reduce your energy costs as you don't have to heat your entire home.
It's worthwhile to make an appointment with an HETAS installer to visit your home if you're contemplating installing a stove. This will enable them to fully assess your fireplace space and provide you with a precise quote.
The cost of the stove must be taken into consideration as well as the amount of preparation work and additional tasks you will need to do in your home. It's crucial to hire the right professional because there's a lot to think about.
It is possible that you will need a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liners prevent harmful gases and smoke from escaping through cracks in the chimney brickwork and infecting the air inside your home. Installing one prior to installing your stove is a good idea especially if you live in an older home.
If you're planning to install the stove in a room with no existing chimney, you'll need install a twin wall flue installed. This will create an artificial chimney system, which will provide a safe space for fumes and smoke to escape.
A twin wall system can be installed through your home and exit via the roof or along the side. This is more affordable and requires less work but may be less insulated.
You'll also need to have an afghan constructed for the stove to rest on. It can be constructed of any non-combustible material, but it is best to choose 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 can fit in your kitchen, we recommend the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact design makes it perfect for kitchens of all sizes. It also comes with an attractive window you can view the flames. It is a smoke-free model that has been DEFRA approved. talks about it makes it suitable for use in areas where smoke control is needed.