A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood burner brings warmth and personality to your living space. It can also be used to cook, particularly in the event you select a model that has an option for stovetop cooking.
If the draft is decreased the larger wood stoves create more creosote and burn inefficiently. The Louis stove was designed to be portable and is suitable for yurts or caravans.
Cooking
Cooking on a small wood-burning stove is one of the many benefits that come with having one. This can bring a true satisfaction and pride as well as an opportunity to escape the fast pace of modern life.
Planning is key when cooking on a stove made of logs. It takes longer for the stove to heat up and cook, so it is essential to plan accordingly and choose recipes that do not 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 that are on the top of your stove, creating a hotplate that is perfect for heating your kettle.
Make wood burning fires to use only the finest quality, seasoned firewood to ensure your stove is functioning correctly and cooks at the right temperature. This will decrease the amount of creosote which can cause problems with chimneys if they are not properly burned. Hardwoods such as oak and ash, are recommended due to their capacity to create long coals that release less heat as time passes.
The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to control airflow. This allows you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread as well as slow simmering casseroles and soups and ensuring the highest quality 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, which are designed to sit on top of the stove. This will stop the kettle from becoming dry in the event that you leave it on the stove, which could be a common mistake when first using a log burner! You can also buy a stovetop tea kettle with built-in whistle. This is ideal for those who prefer to make an instant cup of coffee or a cup of tea.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. They do not just heat your home but can also help to ensure a sustainable and healthy energy supply. Wood burning can reduce the demand for electricity during times when the grid is at its busiest. This can help reduce electricity prices.
The stove can be used to heat hot water for radiators and taps. This is a great option for people who live in a tiny house, caravan or narrowboats that don't have room to store an electric water heater.
Another excellent way to utilize a wood stove is to cook on it! There are a myriad of wood stoves that have flat tops that are perfect for heating pans and pots. You can use it to cook, fry or steam, or roast. Check that your stove can use the fuel you intend to use and is safe to use it.
Clean your wood stove. This will stop dangerous creosote from building up and keep the flames visible. It is recommended to remove any excess ash from the grate regularly.
It is important to make sure you are using clean, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure that you get the best burning and will reduce the amount of toxins that are in the air. Ideally, the firewood needs to be cut, split, and placed in an area that has adequate ventilation for at least a year before it is taken inside. You could also buy dry kiln-dried logs, which are pre-cut and bagged and easy to carry and store.
It is also important to ensure that your wood stove is sized to fit the space you intend it to be installed in. A wood stove that is too large can create smaller fires which will create more creosote. This can reduce the amount of heat generated. A small wood stove is rated to be able to heat up to 500 sq feet and a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 sq feet and a larger wood stove can be able to heat up to 2,200+ sq ft.
Character
A small wood stove will add warmth and character to the kitchen and living space. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempted from use in smoke-controlled areas, which means you can use them in both urban and rural locations. The Stovax Stockton 3 is available in wood and multi-fuel, and has a landscape format of glass pane. It is suitable for both modern and traditional interiors.
Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove with amazing flame effects. This modern log burner has doors that are curved and have large viewing windows. It provides incredible flame visualization. Air jets inside the advanced combustion system direct air to crucial areas of the fire, ensuring excellent performance. Depending on where the wood grows (willow is found near water bodies and in soils with moisture like), different kinds of firewood have different levels of water. Some might require longer seasoning.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and character. A small stove will also reduce your fuel costs because you won't have to heat the entire house.
It's worth booking an appointment with a HETAS installer to visit your home if you're thinking of installing an appliance. This will enable them to evaluate the fireplace space and provide you with a precise estimate.
Not only the price of the stove should be considered and also the amount of preparation work and other tasks you'll have to complete at home. There's plenty to take into account and it's essential that you get an expert who is qualified for the task.
It is possible that you will need a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liner prevents harmful gasses and smoke from flowing through the cracks in the chimney brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. Installing one of these before installing your stove is a good idea especially if you live in an older home.
Installing a stove into an area that does not have a chimney will require the use of a twin-wall flue system. This will create a chimney that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.
A twin wall system can be installed through your home and exit through the roof or on the side. The latter is less expensive and requires less internal work, but it is also less insulated.
You'll need to construct a hearth for the stove. It can be made from any non-combustible materials, but it is best to choose one that is easy to clean. Also, you'll need an exhaust liner as well as an enclosure for protection.
If you're looking for a compact stove that can fit in your kitchen, we suggest the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its small dimensions make it perfect for kitchens with lots of space and also has a stunning window to admire the flames from. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA approved, making it suitable for use in smoke control zones.