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A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space A small wood stove will give warmth and character to any room. It can be used to cook, particularly in the event that you select a model with a stovetop option. Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is lowered and produce more creosote. The Louis stove was designed to be a portable stove and is suitable for yurts or caravans. Cooking Cooking on a small wood-burning stove is among the many pleasures that come with owning one. This can bring a real sense of pride, satisfaction and care and also an opportunity to get away from the fast-paced nature of modern life for a short period of time. Planning is essential when cooking on a stove made of logs. Make a plan and select recipes that don't require high heat. Soups, stews and casseroles are all good choices. Charnwood log burner accessories are also worth investing in. The cooker for wood stove plate replaces the blanking plates at the top of your stove to create a hotplate that is ideal to heat your kettle. The best way to make sure that your stove is in good working condition, and capable of cooking at a suitable temperature, is to use the finest quality, well-seasoned wood. This will reduce the build-up of creosote, which could cause chimney problems if not burnt properly. Hardwoods like oak and ash, are recommended for their ability to create long coals that release lower levels of heat over time. Baffles on stoves can be closed and opened to control the airflow around the fire, which can help to improve combustion and create a fire that is capable of providing the right amount of heat for toasting bread and slow simmering of casseroles and soups. It is crucial to play around with the baffles on your stove to find the ideal settings for you. It is also recommended to buy trivets that are designed to be placed on top of the stove. This will keep your kettle from boiling dry in the event that you leave it on the stove, which could be a common error when first using the log burner! It's also an excellent idea to buy an electric kettle with a whistle built in, which can be very beneficial for those who like a quick coffee or a cup of tea. Warmth Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. Not only do they heat your home, but they also help to create an environmentally sustainable and healthy energy supply. The wood burning process can reduce the demand for electricity when the grid is busiest. This helps reduce the cost of electricity. You can also put in an electric stove to provide 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 room to store a water heater. Cooking on the full details is another great way to use it! There are many wood stoves with a flat top, ideal for heating pots and pans. You can use it to cook, fry or steam, or roast. Be sure to ensure that whether your stove is capable burning the kind of fuel you want to use, and also that it is safe to do it. One of the most important things to consider when you are using a wood stove is to keep it clean. This will stop the dangerous creosote build-up and keep the flames visible. It is recommended to clear any excess ash from the grate regularly. It is important to make sure you are using clean, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure you get the best burn and will reduce the amount of toxins that are in the air. Ideally, the firewood should be split, cut, and stacked in an area with adequate ventilation for at least a year before it is brought inside. You can also buy kiln-dried logs that have been cut, packed and easy to store and transport. Also, ensure that your wood stove is size to the space you want it to be installed in. A stove that is too big could cause smaller fires that will create more creosote. This will limit the amount heat produced. A small wood burning stove can heat 500 square feet and a larger wood burning stove can warm 1,000 square feet and a large wood stove can provide heat to 2,200 square feet. Character A small wood burning stove will add a touch of warmth and personality to your kitchen and living room. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt from use in smoke-free areas, so you can use them both in rural and urban environments. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel and has a landscape format of glass pane. It is ideal for modern and classic interiors. Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove that offers stunning flame effects. This modern log burner has curved doors with large viewing windows. It provides exceptional flame visualizations. Air jets in the advanced combustion system guide the air to the key areas of the flame, ensuring excellent performance. Different kinds of firewood have different amounts of water in the beginning in relation to the location they grow (willow grows in wet soils and next to water bodies, for example), so some require longer seasons than others. Installation Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will give it warmth and personality. A small stove can reduce your energy bills since you won't have to heat the entire house. If you're considering installing a stove, it's worth making a visit to an expert local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess the fireplace area and provide you with a precise quote. Not just the cost of the stove needs to be considered and also the amount of preparation work and extras you'll need to perform in your home. There's a lot to think about and it's essential that you choose the right professional for the task. As part of the installation process, you might require the installation of a chimney liner. Chimney liner prevents harmful gas and smoke from venting through the gaps between the chimney's brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. Installing one prior to installing your stove is a good idea particularly if you live in an older home. Installing a stove in an area that does not have a chimney will require a twin-wall flue system. This will create a chimney system that is safe for smoke and fumes to escape. A twin wall system can be built through your home and exit through the roof or along the side. This option is less expensive and requires less work, but it is also less insulated. You'll also need to have an afghan constructed for the stove to rest on. It can be made from any non-combustible material, but it is best to choose one that is easy to clean. You'll need a cowl as well as an insulated flue liner to protect. If you're seeking a stove that is small that will fit in your kitchen, then we suggest the British designed MI Small FlickrFlame. Its compact design makes it perfect for most kitchens. It also has an amazing window you can view the flames. It's a smoke-free model that is DEFRA approved, making it suitable for use in smoke control zones.