In an extract from the BBC NEWS website on 14th Jan 19 by Matt McGrath Environment correspondent he said: ‘Most people don't realise that a wood burning stove emits more particles per hour than a diesel truck’. Well, I would like to just prove that this statement is incorrect, you can see from this chart below. You can also see how much more eco-friendly a stove is compared to an open fire. In fact, the more recent ECOdesignready models produce even less than this. He then continues to add ‘....that's because a freshly cut log of wood contains about a pint of water, and much of the heat energy is used to dry the water out, which causes the wood to smoke and smoulder, releasing air pollutants’. Even...
See how clean and classic this fireplace now looks with a Dik Geurts Ivar 8 Low installed.
For more information on The Stove House, woodburning stoves and installation service which offers a full fitting service by HETAS qualified installers please contact us here. A survey will be carried out and a full quotation will be emailed to you usually within 2 hours of the appointment.
An ACR Neo on a quadrant hearth. A modern corner feature for a new build.
For more information on The Stove House, fireplace surrounds and installation service which offers a full fitting service by HETAS qualified installers please contact us here. A survey will be carried out and a full quotation will be emailed to you usually within 2 hours of the appointment.
JUST ARRIVED
We are so happy to announce the new arrival of our botanical animal prints.
These stunning pictures which incorporate flowers and wildlife are so fresh and different, they will enhance any room. Please do pop into our showroom and see them for yourselves.
Do you recycle? ♻ Well instead of throwing away all your wood ash sprinkle it all over your flower beds and lawns including your veggie patches (not your potatoes though!!) Give your borders and pots a minerals boost and make tea for your Tomatoes!
Read this article from The Washington Post, I found it most interesting.
If you need an ash carrier, bucket or shovel do pop in or call as we have several different types to make transporting your ash a little easier.
TOP TIP:
Get a damp cloth or kitchen roll and dab it into your ashes to use as an environmentally friendly stove glass cleaner!
Happy firing 😍
