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. You can use it to cook, especially if you select a model with a stovetop option.

Larger wood stoves burn inefficiently when the draft is reduced and produce more creosote. The Louis stove is designed to be portable and suitable for yurts, caravans and shepherds' huts as well as boats and vans.

Cooking

One of the benefits of owning a small wood stove is cooking it. This can bring a real sense of pride satisfaction and care and also an opportunity to unwind from the frantic pace of modern life for a short period of time.

Cooking with a log stove requires careful planning. It takes longer for the stove to heat up and cook, so it is essential to plan accordingly and choose recipes that don't 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 accessories such as the wood stove cooker plate, which replaces the blanking plate on the stove's top and makes a very efficient hotplate for cooking with ideal for heating up your kettle!

Use only cheap woodburner that is seasoned and seasoned to ensure your stove is functioning well and is cooking at the right temperature. This will lessen the build-up of creosote which can cause problems for chimneys if not burned properly. Hardwoods such as oak or Ash are recommended as they produce long coals that release heat slowly over the course of time.

The baffles on your stove can be opened and closed to regulate airflow. This will allow you to create the perfect fire for toasting bread or slow simmering soups and casseroles, and ensuring the best combustion. It is important to experiment with the baffles on your stove to find the best settings for you.

A trivet is a great idea. It's designed to sit on top of your stove. This will stop your kettle from drying out when you remove it from the stove. This is a common error made when using a log burner for the first time! It's also an excellent idea to buy a stovetop kettle that has an integrated whistle it, which is beneficial for those who like having a quick coffee or a cup of tea.

Warmth

Wood-burning stoves are an excellent source of heat. They not only warm your home but can also provide a sustainable and healthy energy supply. Wood burning can reduce the demand for electricity at times when the grid is at its busiest. This can help lower the cost of electricity.

You can also set up an electric stove to provide a hot water supply for your taps and radiators. This is perfect for those who live in a small house or boat, and don't have the space to store a water heater.


Another excellent way to utilize the wood burner is to cook on it! Many wood stoves have flat surfaces, which is perfect for heating pans and pots. You can use the stove to roast, fry or boil, or even steam. Just remember to check whether your stove is capable burning the type of fuel you want to use and that it is safe to do it.

Clean your wood stove. This will help prevent the risk of creosote accumulation and ensure a clear view of the flames. It is essential to regularly remove excess ash.

It is important to ensure that you are using dry, well-seasoned wood. This will ensure that you have the most efficient 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 good ventilation for at least one year before it's taken inside. You can also purchase Kiln dried logs that are already cut and packaged and easy to transport and store.

It is also essential to ensure that the wood stove you pick is the right size for the area in which it is installed. Too large a wood stove can create smaller fires which result in more creosote. This will reduce the amount of heat generated. A small wood stove is designed to provide heat to up to 500 sq ft and a medium wood stove is designed to heat up to 1,000 sq feet and an even larger wood stove can heat up to 2,200plus sq ft.

Character

A small wood stove will provide warmth and character the living room and kitchen. Our Ecodesign stoves are DEFRA exempted for use in smoke-controlled areas, so you can enjoy them in both urban and rural environments. The Stovax Stockton 3, available in wood and multi fuel, features a landscape format glass pane and is suitable for modern and classic interiors.

If you're seeking a wood burning stove with outstanding flame visuals look into the Stovax Futura 4. With its curved doors and expansive viewing windows, this contemporary log burner provides stunning flame visuals. Air jets in 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 types of firewood will have varying water contents. Some might require longer seasoning.

Installation

Installing a wood stove in your kitchen is a fantastic way to give it a feeling of warmth and personality. A small stove will also reduce your fuel costs because you won't have to heat your entire home.

If you're considering installing a stove, it's worth booking a site visit with an experienced local HETAS installer. This will allow them to assess the fireplace area and provide you with a precise estimate.

Not only the price of the stove should be considered as well as the amount of preparation work and additional tasks you'll need to perform at home. It is essential to choose the right expert because there's a lot to think about.

As part of the installation process, you might have to install a chimney liner. Chimney liner prevents harmful gas and smoke from venting through the cracks in the brickwork of the chimney and contaminating the air in your home. It is a good idea to get one of these installed before you put in your stove, particularly in the case of an older home.

Installing a stove in a space without chimneys will require a twin-wall flue system. This will create a chimney system that is safe for fumes and smoke to escape.

A twin wall flue system can go through your house and exit through the roof, or be a part of the exterior of the building. This is more affordable and requires less work, however it may be less insulated.

Also, you'll need a hearth built for the stove to rest on. It can be made from any non-combustible material, however it is recommended to select one that is easy to clean. You'll need a cowl and an insulated flue liner to protect.

If you're looking for a small stove to fit into your kitchen, we suggest the British-designed MI Small FlickrFlame log burner. Its compact dimensions make it perfect for most kitchen spaces and has a beautiful 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.