Wood burning stove

To get the most out of your wood fuel it needs to be dried and ready to burn, this will help you to:

  • Get the most heat out of your stove or open fire
  • Maximise efficiency, meaning you will burn less fuel and save money
  • Reduce the risk of chimney fires
  • Reduce air pollution which is harmful to you and your neighbours

Most modern stoves are efficient, well-designed pieces of equipment. The fire box and air flow controls are designed to get the most out of wood-fuel with a moisture content of up to 20%.  Unseasoned or wet wood can:

  • Be difficult to light and keep alight
  • Damage your grate or stove, tarring the inside and blackening the glass
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