Fireplaces Wood Burning Stoves
Wood stoves are stylish and contemporary, and they complement a variety of home styles. They are a powerful heating source that can provide radiant heat throughout the room.
Modern wood burning stove s are EPA certified and have high efficiency in heating and lower particle emissions. By correctly controlling the air vents, you can increase efficiency.
Energy Efficiency
Wood stoves are an excellent source of heat that can be used to supplement your current heating system. Some models are nearly as efficient as furnaces or other oil-burning appliances. Modern stoves are designed to maximize the amount of heat generated by each piece of wood. This means you don't have to purchase as much firewood and can have a warm fire all winter.
Stoves certified by the EPA burn cleanly and reduce emissions and waste by keeping the fire burning longer and using less fuel. This is in contrast to older fireplaces that use open flames and combustion, which produce waste, pollute the air and cause dust to pollute your home.
The EPA certification of your wood stove ensures that it is in compliance with strict standards for safety and efficiency. You can also get tax credits for the purchase of a stove that is approved. This can aid in saving money and lower your energy bills.
A wood stove can help you cut out the major energy companies as well as any monopolies they have in your area, freeing you from their erratic prices for gas and electricity. Although you'll need to pay for the wood however, the price fluctuations will be lower than the ones you would have to face in the event of relying on a utility company.
Another benefit of heating your home with a wood stove is that it works well during power outages. It is possible to keep your home warm if the power goes out in a snowstorm by using a wood stove to heat your living space and kitchen. In certain situations, the chimney on the wood stove could be used to vent hot water through the wall to a hot-water tank inside your home to provide more heat.
If your wood-burning fireplace isn't well-insulated, it could lose heat and create drafts. You can easily solve this issue by putting in an insulation-proof wood stove liner to your fireplace. This will not only help you save energy, but will also extend the life of your stove by preventing heat from leaving the chimney.
Cleanliness
Wood stoves are a great way for you to conserve energy while remaining warm. However, they generate plenty of soot. It is important to maintain a clean stove to keep your home safe and healthy. To do this, you should clean your stove at least once a week and your chimney at least once a year. Keep your stove clean to ensure that it has the proper air flow. It will also make it safer to use.
The first step to clean your stove is to empty the ash pan. The ashes can be dumped into a trash can, and then placed in a non-combustible bin or bag. If your fireplace has andirons grate or grate you can clean them using a broom and brush and then dispose of them in the same way. Afterward, wipe down the stove's front as well as any other surfaces you want to clean using a soft cloth. It is also an occasion to clean your ash tray or re-line it with new liners which are readily available from your local hardware store.
Once your stove has been cleaned, the next step is to sweep away any remaining creosote on the walls of your fireplace. This can be done using a hard-bristled broom, starting as high as you can and working downwards. If you have an air-tight vacuum cleaner that has a hard-bristled attachment, you can use this to clean up the soot that is loose.
If necessary, you should remove any obstructions from your chimney. This can include twigs and branches fruits, leaves or even nesting materials for small animals. (These animals are known to nest inside chimneys and stove pipes!) Your chimney may be susceptible to wind-blown substances like sand or leaves, depending on where you live.
It is also recommended that you have your chimney examined at least once a year, and that you replace your catalytic filters every 4 to 5 years, and having the chimney cleaned by a professional if it is needed. These regular tasks can prevent dangerous fumes like carbon monoxide as well as fires from escaping your home.
Convenience
Wood burning stoves offer warmth and a warm atmosphere that gas or electric fireplaces can't compete with. Whether free standing or installed into the wall, there are a variety of designs and styles that will fit your home. There's no better feeling than curling up in front of a warm fire on a chilly southeast NY winter night.
A wood stove will help you save money on energy costs. It's also a great option if you reside in a smoke control zone (most of London and many other major cities are).
Stoves can be utilized as a primary heating source or as a supplement to your existing heating system. The amount of heat that they produce is dependent on the size and the airflow of the room. If you're considering using your stove as a primary source of heating it is essential to consider the kind and quality of the logs you purchase.
Locally-sourced wood can help you cut your costs while reducing the carbon footprint of your stove. However splitting, stacking and hauling logs can be an extremely time-consuming and back breaking task if you don't have the equipment required. Many people choose to install an electric log heater in their home to avoid the burden of chopping, gathering and the storage of wood.
Modern wood stoves are designed to be an efficient and sustainable option than traditional open fires. They must comply with government emission regulations and have a catalytic combustion system which allows the wood to burn for longer, start the combustion at lower temperatures and reduces pollution.
You'll still have to maintain your stove on a regular basis. This includes removing ash from the bottom of the stove, having your chimney and flue checked and cleaning the glass door and making sure that there are enough dry logs to fuel it. But, these requirements for maintenance are lower than what you'd have to pay for energy to operate your heating system.
One of the major disadvantages to having wood stoves is that it presents an issue of safety for pets and children who be too close to the flames. A stray ember could cause them to burn if they touch the glass or flames of your stove. We suggest installing a safety gate to keep pets and children away from the flame.
Aesthetics
Wood burning stoves can add a beautiful ambience to any room. When adorned with a beautiful mantle and gorgeous tiling, they can be the central feature of a living space. A fireplace made of bricks, stacked stone and veneer can be breathtaking in its design. Alternatively, freestanding stoves offer many options for homeowners looking to find the right style for their space and budget.
Regularly clean the chimney to get rid of any particles. These particles are dangerous as they are able to ignite again, leading to fires. They also could block the chimney which is dangerous and causes carbon monoxide poisoning. Regular use of fireplaces requires a constant supply. This can be costly and time-consuming to maintain.
Stoves do not need to be swept or cleaned as often as fireplaces. This saves the homeowner both time and money, while also eliminating the need for a fireplace liner. Stoves do not produce more carbon monoxide than fireplaces. They produce only a small amount, which is pushed out into the atmosphere by hot gasses.
Wood stoves are enclosed in their combustion chamber, which means that sparks aren't a same risk to children and pets that fireplaces do. It is still recommended that fireplaces as well as wood stoves have doors or screens fitted, as sparks could still fly from the fire and cause injury or property damage. In addition, stoves should be kept away from combustible materials like wallpaper and plasterboard.
The EPA has established emission standards that limit the amount of pollution that a new stove is permitted to produce per hour. The EPA requires that chimneys be cleaned at least once per year to ensure they're in good condition and free of cracks. In addition a chimney liner needs to be installed to make sure the flue is properly vented.
A wood stove comes with numerous environmental advantages. Wood is a renewable, environmentally friendly source of energy that can be harvested and grown within a reasonable amount of time. Hickory, cherry, and oak are just some of the types of trees that can be used as firewood. The process of cutting down the wood and making it into firewood takes only 20-30 years. It's also a resource that is sustainable because once the tree has been cut down, it can be planted again.
