Seasoned wood, is wood that has been stored and left to dry so that it contains less moisture. Generally, it takes at least a year to season wood, which is why it’s beneficial for you to have your own log store if you have room for it. Seasoned wood can be purchased, however in some […]
If you burn solid fuel, it’s really important to make sure you get your chimney swept every year. Not only can getting your chimney swept make your fire or stove more efficient, but it can also get rid of any corrosive soot that may cause problems and reduce your risks of a chimney fire. While
Whilst with a multi-fuel stove you can burn both wood and coal, it’s really important that you don’t burn them both together. This is because coal contains sulphuric acid, and wood contains moisture. (I’m referring to seasoned wood, which is what you should be using. To find out more about seasoned wood, click here). When
It’s always recommended that everyone has a smoke alarm in their house, so that should a fire occur, you can get out of your house safely. What many people don’t know is that if you burn solid fuel, it’s a requirement to have a carbon monoxide detector in the same room, unless you’re in Scotland