Wood Burning Stoves Ideas
A wood stove is an excellent addition to your home, offering warmth and a natural feeling. They also help you save money and reduce emissions.
With the right surround and accessories, an elegant log burner can be a feature that stands out. It can also be a subtle shade like yellow or black to blend into the rest of your living space.
Traditional cream-colored log burners
With the wood burner trend continuing to gain momentum stove makers are looking into a variety of new colours for their multi-fuel stoves. Cream is a popular color that is a great match for neutral color schemes. It can also be utilized in smaller rooms to create a feature. It is also a good option for homes that are embracing the eco-friendly and cottagecore trends.
Wood burners with wide surrounds are designed to provide modern flair to the traditional fireplace. They are a chic solution for open plan living areas. You can create a focal point by adding an enormous stove and log storage to separate the living space. This will immediately grab the attention of people. The Farringdon Log Burner from Arada Stoves is available with striking Spice finish that is a great match with dark blue living spaces and brings a fun element to the design.
Consider the Ecodesign stove to get a greener and cleaner alternative. wood burning fires are designed to meet the strict European standards for particulate matter as well as organic gaseous substances, aswell like carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide. They accomplish this by introducing air over the firebox. This ignites gas and particles that are not burned. These could otherwise escape into the atmosphere. This increases the stove's efficiency and reduces emission.
Ecodesign woodburners are a fantastic option for homeowners who live in Smoke Control Areas. They can only be used with fuel and wood that is approved by the manufacturer. The Charlton and Jenrick Go Eco Wide Woodburner with an EPA level five certification from clearSkies, is a top-quality stove that is not just DEFRA approved but also offers many features, including an airwashing system that keeps the glass cleaner, a riddling multi-fuel grate and a five-year guarantee.
A simple wooden shelf can be used to enhance the look of a wood stove and provide a place for decorative objects. The shelf above the Esse Cornish Stove is made from oak and finished in a brushed grey finish to emphasize its natural beauty. The shelf is complemented beautifully by the wood-effect stripes of tiles above it as well as the vases and logs set neatly on the mantelpiece below.
Log burners that have built-in log storage
If you're looking to store your firewood in a convenient and secure location close to your stove A log burner with a built-in compartment to store logs is the perfect solution. These stoves come with elevated legs and wood storage compartments. They not only provide style and elegance to the fireplace, but also offer an easy way to store your firewood. Explore our log stoves for storage and choose the one that best suits your home.
Stoves with a log store function come in different styles to fit any decor. For instance, you could go for a traditional cream-coloured wood burner with log store, and match it with a hearth made of wood, contrasting chairs and rugs for an elegant and cosy interior. Both the Ekol Clarity high log store stove as well as the Saltfire Peanut 3 Tall are excellent options for this type of interior.
Another option is to have a freestanding log storage unit that can be placed in an alcove of the chimney breast. They are accessible online and in numerous stores. They come in various materials and finishes. Some are equipped with lighting that creates a beautiful accent. Be sure to check the distance recommended by your stove's manufacturer from combustibles prior changing an alcove into a log storage space.
You could also consider an interior wall storage made of wood that looks like a contemporary piece of art. These can be found in a range of colours and designs and are perfect to add a striking touch to your living room. They are also available in a selection of sizes and prices that will fit every budget.
Having a log burning stove in your home is an ideal way to stay warm and cosy in the winter. If you opt for a modern or a traditional style stove, it will instantly create a welcoming atmosphere for friends and family to gather. Having a wood burning stove doesn't have to be only for the living area either, as they can be added to any room in your home like the kitchen or bedroom.
Colourful stoves
A wood-burning stove isn't just a heat source, but it sets the tone for your home and creates an area where friends and family can gather to relax. There are many stoves available in a variety of colors to complement or stand out from the interior design style.
Colourful painted or enamelled stoves are a stylish trend that is easy to incorporate into your living spaces. These striking stoves can bring the look of drama to your room, acting as an eye-catching focal point that draws attention towards the hearth. They're a great option for contemporary interiors, but they can also be used in rooms with more eclectic styles.
If you're looking for a more subtle style, you can consider a neutral-coloured stove. Shades such as Graphite and Straw provide warm and earthy tones that suit a wide range of colour palettes. If you prefer a more modern style, there are a lot of fashionable electric stoves to choose from. They do not require chimneys and are more suitable for smaller or rental homes.
You can also try something more striking with an attractive log burner. Pick a bold color like blue, purple, or lilac to instantly update your interiors. You can even find stoves in vibrant yellow or orange for an attractive accent piece. If you're planning on painting your stove, select the heat-resistant paint. DIY paint will not be able to withstand the extreme temperatures produced by a stove.
Colorful stoves are also an excellent choice for older homes. They can refresh the appearance of your fireplace. A classic inglenook style stove with traditional doors can be transformed into a modern kitchen by adding the glass front.
Electric woodburning stoves are another way to bring a modern aesthetic to your living space. These appliances are not only easier to install, but they are also more affordable. They can still provide an inviting and warm environment as traditional fireplaces. This white Dimplex Courcheval Electric Stove from Direct Stoves is a stunning but simple choice.
Double-sided log burners
Double-sided log stoves are a wealth of design options. They're usually incorporated into walls to serve two rooms, but can be used as a roomdivider in open-plan areas and help separate zones and maximize sunlight. The addition of a feature fireplace breast can improve the style of the stove, making it a focal point.
Apart from providing the feeling of a larger space, double-sided stoves also provide great fire visuals thanks to their glass panels. The stoves can be decorated with a chic shade of stone or blue as seen in the above picture to complement a modern barn conversion. Or you can choose a traditional cast iron model that will suit the cottage style. Double-sided log stoves can be fashionable or traditional. Many models have high efficiency ratings and impressive kW outputs.
If you're looking for a fireplace that has the potential to be a striking piece of interior design, you should consider an option that is freestanding. They're ideal for putting in the middle or corner of a vast open-plan living space to provide warmth and appeal without taking up a lot of floor space. You can make them more customizable by adding window bars or a canopy to get the desired look.
A warm, wood-burning stove is an essential feature in any home and with so many options available, there's sure to be one that perfectly matches your decor. Browse our range of log-burning stoves to find the one that is ideal for your home.
Ecodesign regulations have made wood-burners more eco-friendly and there's a lot of options for those who want an approved, energy efficient DEFRA model. Our ME range is a great example of this, combining fashionable looks with a high-powered heat output of up to 5kW, and an airwash system that ensures the glass remains clear. It's also available in a widescreen model that's suitable for recesses that are shallower, and it has the added bonus of having Ecodesign certification level two.
Stovax Gazco's eco stove is a popular choice for those who are looking for something that is more eco-friendly than a typical wood burning stove. The stove can be multi-fuel and is DEFRA-approved, boasting a low emissions rating of only 5g/hour. Additionally, it is able to be upgraded to level five which is Ecodesign certified and 15 percent more efficient than a standard level two stove.