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Country Life Interiors Editor Giles Kime Picks the Best Log Burner

Radiators and underfloor heat might be more efficient, but nothing beats a traditional log stove for comfort. Giles Kime Country Life's editor of interiors has picked the top log heaters available.

A stylish and practical stove, this cast iron wood burner heats up to 900 sq ft and is DEFRA-exempt for use in areas that control smoke. The large window lets you to see the flames, while the airwash system stops soot from accumulating.

1. Size

Log burners can be an excellent addition to your home. They are a stylish alternative to open fires and provide a warm and welcoming space where families can gather. It is essential, prior to you buy, to consider the size of your room and how much heating it requires. This will help you select the best model for your requirements.

It's worth checking whether you live in a smoke-control zone before buying the stove. If it is, then you'll need to buy a DEFRA-approved stove only. It can burn wood as well as smokeless fuels like anthracite and peat briquettes. Multifuel stoves let you make use of a variety fuels. However wood is the ideal choice for a fireplace made of logs since it emits less harmful emissions than coal.

When choosing a wood-burning stove, it's also a good idea to consider your lifestyle and personal preferences. There's a wide variety of designs available, so you'll be sure to find one that matches your style and decor. Get advice from a log-burner showroom if you aren't sure where to start.

It is recommended to measure the length, width, and height of your fireplace and hearth before you decide to buy the stove. This will help you precisely measure the space that you have available and ensure that the stove is perfectly sized. Making these measurements available when you shop will simplify the process and make it easier.

A log burner fire burner can help you lower your heating bills while decreasing your carbon footprint. Wood is a renewable source of fuel and therefore is an green alternative to oil or gas. Additionally, burning wood in a stove releases less harmful carbon dioxide than open flames do, and they require a lot fewer logs to produce the same amount of warmth.

You can also opt for a stove with a log storage that includes a storage space in the design. This is a handy feature to have in case you're low in space at home. It will help you save time and effort when it comes to purchasing additional logs.

2. Energy efficiency

A well-built log stove will convert a significant portion of the energy produced by the fuel into heat. This allows you to reduce your carbon footprint and also save money on electric log burner bill. It's also a sustainable method of heating when the wood is properly collected dried, seasoned and dried and it emits fewer harmful gases than coal, gas or oil.

Modern aga Log burner burners are much more efficient than the open fires of the past, which means you'll get more heat from a lesser amount of wood. The Carbon Trust endorses wood-burning stoves with an efficiency rating of minimum 80 percent.

Alongside being efficient to a high degree Modern stoves are designed to burn dry, seasoned logs that produce less harmful smoke and gases than wet logs. Woodsure Ready to Burn is an official certification mark that can be located on logs that are already packed. This assures that the logs have been dried according to the highest standards.

When you are looking to purchase a new log burner, be sure to consider whether you're in a smoking control area (you can find out by calling your local council). If you're located in one, you should only use DEFRA-approved smokeless fuels (such as anthracite) on your stove if you wish to stay in compliance with the law and avoid paying hefty fines.

In addition, the most recent stoves are subject to an European directive referred to as Ecodesign that was enacted in 2022 and is designed to reduce harmful emissions, such as Particulate Matter (PM), Organic Gaseous Compounds (OGC) and Nitrogen Oxides. This is accomplished by increasing the temperature in the firebox, which ignites the combustion particles and reduces the toxicity.

If you're looking to get the best results from your stove, opt for an Ecodesign 2022 log burner. You may also want to think about a multifuel heater that lets you burn wood as well as DEFRA-approved smokeless materials like anthracite, brquettes, or briquettes. This will give you more flexibility when it comes to your home heating.

3. Design

Many people are turning to wood burning stoves to reduce their fuel bills. Wood burning stoves are a cost-effective and simple way to heat your home. They also make your home feel warm and inviting. However, it's important to choose a stove that is suitable to your home and meets all safety standards.

The log burner design is a popular trend. It has sleek, minimalist lines and creates an eye-catching feature for any living space. This style is especially popular amongst younger homeowners as well as those who prefer a modern interior design, with features such as large glass viewing panels as well as modern air controls.

Another reason behind the popularity of log burners is their environmental sustainable credentials. As a renewable source of energy sustainable wood emits less harmful pollution than coal, gas or oil, as well as peat. It also helps to reduce our dependency on non-renewable fossil fuels, and could contribute to a more carbon neutral lifestyle, as suggested by research conducted by Charnwood Wellbeing.

The cozy atmosphere created by sitting next to the fire can be beneficial for your mental wellbeing. Studies have demonstrated that meditating before the fire can reduce blood pressure, relieve depression, and improve sleep. The most important thing is to select the stove with a large window that allows you to see the flames and minimizes smoke.

The Stovax Norpeis Stove is a good choice, as it is both Eco-design ready and DEFRA-exempt. You can burn most types of wood including Ash and Birch (although certain wood types are not suitable, like Alder) are not all. It also includes a moisture gauge to ensure you're only burning dry wood so that you do not waste money on costly fuel.

It is important to remember that if you reside in an area designated as a Smoke Control Area in the Smoke Control Area, you can only be permitted to burn wood or solid mineral fuel in stoves that have been specifically designed for it and are fitted with a special grate. If you're found to be using other fuels, like loose house coal or wood, in your stove, you'll be penalized.

4. Safety

Wood burning stoves are becoming more popular as oil, gas and electricity prices continue to rise. Log burners are not only an eco-friendly option to fossil fuels, but they also allow you to be more self-sufficient when it comes to heating.

When you are choosing a stove you should consider the safety. While we all appreciate the comfort of a log fireplace it is crucial to choose one that is safe. Verifying whether you live within an area with a smoke-control system is one of the first steps to do, along with ensuring that your chimney and flue are properly cleaned prior to every fire. Choosing the right type of fuel is also essential as unseasoned, wet logs can produce more creosote and result in house fires. It is recommended to invest in kiln dried or air dried firewood which is low in moisture content to help prevent this.

Another way to improve the safety of your log burner is to make use of natural firelighters. These are made from compressed wood shavings, which are designed to reduce creosote build-up and easily ignite. They are simple to use and are a ideal alternative to lighters or liquids that are flammable.

The final step to ensure that your log burner is safe to use is to ensure the fire is fully extinguished after each burning session, and ensure that you utilize a chimney sweeping service at least once a year. Keeping your chimney clean will help to reduce the build-up of creosote and ash which can cause dangerous fumes as well as blockages.

Additionally, selecting the right log burner is all about taking the time to build the perfect fire. Begin with a good quality kiln-dried or air-dried log which is easy to light and has a long length of burn. It is also worth considering purchasing a heat shield for your wood stove. It is designed to block high temperatures from the burner and stop them from being transferred to the walls.

Wood burning stoves aren't just energy-efficient, but they also create a warm and inviting environment that you can enjoy with your family or friends. We hear a lot about 'vibes' these days and there's no doubt that the cosy feel created by a log fire can be a powerful force to make you feel as if you're in your happy place.