A Small Wood Burner Brings Warmth and Character to Your Living Space
A small wood burner adds warmth and personality to your living space. It can also be used to cook, especially if you choose a model that has an option for stovetop cooking.
When the draft is reduced the larger wood stoves create more creosote and burn inefficiently. The Louis stove was designed to be portable and is ideal for caravans and yurts.
Cooking
One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking on it. It can give you a genuine sense of pride, pleasure and care and also an opportunity to escape from the fast-paced nature of modern life for a short period of time.
Planning is key when cooking on a wood stove. It takes longer for the stove to get heated and cook, so it is essential to plan accordingly, and choose recipes that don't require high heat - soups, stews, casseroles and pot roasts all work well. It's also recommended to invest in some of Charnwood's log burner accessories such as the cooker plate for wood stoves, which replaces the blanking plate on the top of the stove and creates a highly effective hotplate to cook with ideal for heating up your kettle!
The best way to ensure that your stove is in good in good condition, and capable of cooking at a suitable temperature, is to select the highest quality, seasoned wood. This will decrease the amount of creosote which can cause problems for chimneys if it is not burned properly. Hardwoods such as oak and ash, are advised for their ability to create long coals which release less heat as time passes.
The baffles on your stove can be opened or closed to control airflow. This allows you to build the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering soups and casseroles, and ensuring the best combustion. It is recommended to familiarize yourself with your stove and experiment with opening and closing them at different points to find out which settings give the best results for a specific task.
It is also recommended to buy trivets that are designed to be placed on top of your stove. indoor wood burning stove will stop the kettle from drying out if you take it off the stove. This is a common mistake when using a log burner for the first time! You can also buy an electric kettle that has a built-in whistle. This is great for those who want to make a quick cup or coffee.
Warmth
Woodburning stoves are a great source of warmth. They not only warm your home but also contribute to a sustainable and healthy energy supply. The wood burning process reduces the demand for electricity during times when the grid is most busy. This helps to reduce the cost of electricity.
You can also put in the stove to heat up hot water for your radiators and taps. This is a great option for those who live in a tiny home, caravan or narrowboat that doesn't have enough space to store a water heater.
Another way to make use of a wood stove is to cook on it! There are many wood stoves that have a flat top, ideal to heat pots and pans. You can use the stove to roast, fry or boil water, or even steam. Just remember to check whether your stove is capable of burning the type of fuel you intend to use, and that it is safe to do so.
One of the most important things to remember when burning a wood stove is to keep it clean. This will help avoid dangerous creosote build-up and ensure a clear view of the flames. It is a good idea to clear any excess ash from the grate regularly.
It is important to ensure that you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will allow you to have the most efficient and safest burn you can and also reduce the amount of toxins that are released into the air. Ideally, the firewood should be split, cut and stacked in an area with good ventilation for at minimum one year before it's taken inside. You could also buy Kiln dried logs that are pre-cut and bagged and easy to carry and store.
You should also make sure that your wood stove is correctly designed to fit in the space you want it to be installed in. Installing a too large stove in a small space could result in smaller fires, which will create more creosote, which will reduce the amount of heat generated. A small wood stove is rated to be able to heat up to 500 square feet, a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 sq ft and a larger wood stove can heat up to 2,200plus sq feet.
Character
A small wood burner will add a touch of warmth and personality to your kitchen and living room. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempt for use in smoke-free areas, so you can use these stoves in both urban and rural locations. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood and multi fuel, comes with a glass pane that is landscape-oriented and is suitable for modern and classic interiors.
Stovax Futura 4 is a wood-burning stove with stunning flame effects. With its curved doors and large viewing windows, this modern log burner has stunning flame images. Air jets in the modern combustion system direct the air towards the most important areas of the flame, ensuring excellent performance. Depending on where the wood grows (willow grows near water bodies and in soils that are moist, for example), different types of firewood will have varying water contents. Some may require longer seasoning.
Installation
Installing a wood stove in your kitchen will add warmth and personality. A small stove can reduce your fuel costs because you won't need to heat the entire house.
If you're thinking of installing an electric stove, you should consider booking a site visit with an experienced local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess your fireplace space and provide you with an accurate quote.
The cost of the stove must be considered and also the amount of preparation work and extras you will need to do in your home. It's crucial to hire the right professional because there's so much to consider.
You might need to have a chimney liner fitted as part of the installation process. Chimney liner prevents harmful gasses and smoke from flowing through gaps in the chimney brickwork and contaminating the air in your home. It's a good idea to get one of these installed before you put in your stove, particularly in the case of an older property.
If you're considering installing a stove in a space with no existing chimney, you'll need to have a twin wall flue system installed. This will create a chimney that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.
A twin wall system can be built through your home and exit through the roof or along the side. The latter is less expensive and requires less work, but it is also less well-insulated.
You'll also need to have a hearth constructed for the stove to sit on. It can be made from any non-combustible materials, but it is best to choose one that is easy to clean. You'll also require a flue liner and a cowl for protection.
If indoor wood burning stove looking for a small stove that will fit into your kitchen, we recommend the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact dimensions make it perfect for kitchens of all sizes and it has a stunning glass window to watch the flames from. It's a smoke exempt model and is DEFRA approved, which makes it suitable for use in smoke control zones.