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Freestanding Wood Burner Tips Freestanding wood burners are an excellent option to cut down on high electric bills and also enjoy the warmth of an actual fire. They can also be polluting therefore you must follow excellent wood-burning techniques. Choose between traditional wood stoves or pellet-fuel appliances. The flexibility of installation, fuel type, and heating efficiency of each model differ. Efficient Heating If you have a wood-burning stove that is operating properly, it will provide the most economical heating for your home. This is because the heat is distributed throughout the home and is not emitted up the chimney. The amount of heat produced by the stove is contingent on its efficiency in combustion and the insulation in your home. Modern wood burners come with triple-air technology that offers thermal efficiency, clean burning and a controllable pattern of flame. This technology is available in both free standing fireplace inserts as well as wood stoves. They use a metal tube to heat secondary air that is fed into the firebox and then sucked up by the flames. This increases the oxygen supply to volatile gases in the smoke, which speeds the burning process. This leads to more heat and fewer particulates in the exhaust gases. Wood stoves that have catalytic combustor technology burn more efficiently than older stoves and eliminate the build-up of flammable creosote deposits. Look for an EPA certified model if you want your wood-burning stove to run at maximum efficiency. These models are designed to meet stringent emissions standards and are a reliable, safe way to warm your home. Take into consideration the size of your house and whether or not you require central heating. Wood stoves that are EPA-certified can be found in a variety of sizes to fit every home. Small stoves are perfect for heating a living room in smaller houses or cottages. Medium-sized stoves are also recommended for homes that have older central furnaces. Large-sized stoves are ideal for heating large, open-plan houses and are an excellent option for homes with roof leaks in cold climate zones. A wood-burning or pellet-burning stove must be installed by a licensed professional to ensure proper ventilation and combustion. This helps reduce pollution and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. A professional will also assess your home's insulation to make sure that the size of the flue is appropriate to maximize the efficiency of heat. The proper maintenance of a freestanding wood stove involves maintaining the glass clean and regularly cleaning the grate to eliminate soot and ash. This is important since even one tenth inch of soot could reduce heat transfer up to 50%. Affordability Freestanding wood stoves are a cheap way to heat your home. You can pick from a variety of sizes and designs that will suit any space. Small stoves can heat up to 1,000 square foot, while larger models can provide heat to up to three hundred square feet. There are a variety of fuels, including hardwood, environmentally friendly pellets as well as recycled paper. Based on your budget and heating needs you can pick an stainless steel non-catalytic stove which will reduce maintenance costs or a catalytic stove made of cast iron which will increase the efficiency of combustion and reduce emissions. In addition to the energy savings in addition to the energy savings, you can rest assured that a wood burning stove is a sustainable and renewable source of heat. You can achieve an efficiency of 80% or more when you use an appliance that burns wood with EPA-certified technologies like Regency's Eco-Boost Triple Burn System. This means you'll use one-third less wood and provide a cleaner indoor air environment for you and your family. A wood stove with an automatic ignition can save you money. Modern wood stoves that have this feature come with a safety lock, and an easy-to-use handle to light the fire. The patented technology also allows for easier maintenance of an even flame. You'll be able enjoy the dancing flames and radiant heat for a longer time with a fire that ignites faster and stays lit for a longer time. Some people might not want to use wood stoves due the extra cost of purchasing cordwood. However homeowners can usually cut and split a wood cord for less than $70. This is much less than purchasing and transporting fossil fuels, or paying for electricity to run generators. If you're looking for an affordable alternative to a wood stove, consider a fuel efficient stove such as an ENERGY STAR certified wood stove or pellet stove. They meet or surpass EPA standards for air quality and are available in a broad variety of stylish styles. For example the Stuv 16 is a sleek Scandinavian design that blends in with any decor. The large-screen glass window offers uninterrupted views of smouldering logs. Versatility A freestanding log stove is an excellent choice for bringing warmth and the comforting sound of the crackle to your home. It is able to be installed anywhere in your home. It's also a useful source of warmth in the event of an electrical outage. Wood is a cost-effective renewable and natural source of heat that can be used even when the electricity grid or gas lines are down. Our top wood stoves are available in a wide variety of sizes and styles. Some of our wood stoves can be used as a cooktop, bringing the outdoor cooking experience inside your home. They are great for living spaces with open spaces. They are equipped with a variety of features including variable flame settings to ensure comfort as well as smoke control. With a sleek and elegant design, a lot of our log burners can be effortlessly integrated into any interior decor without any hassle. The log burners are offered in a variety of contemporary finishes, featuring harmonious ratios that offer the perfect mix of style and functionality. You can pick from a wide range of log stores and stands to fit your location. It is a common myth that open fireplaces are more efficient than freestanding stoves. Open fireplaces lose up to 80% of their heat due to the draft. With their advanced engineering, modern technology and extensive testing, our wood burning stoves provide superior efficiency ratings with the lowest carbon footprint. Clean Burning EPA certified wood stoves are powerful, efficient, and environmentally responsible heat sources. Their high temperatures for combustion and fuel efficiency help reduce carbon emissions, ash and heat loss. They're also designed to keep burning in the event of a ban on burning making them an ideal addition to your home heating strategy. Lopi's Heritage wood stoves and Rockport wood heaters use Hybrid Fyre technology to reduce emissions, smoke and the size of the fire. This allows you to make use of more wood to enjoy longer burns and gain more warmth. They are also lined in thermal blocks that hold heat for a long time to ensure comfort. Fireplaces And Stoves are compatible with GreenStart an automated ignition system that eliminates slow, cracked open door openings and fumbling with the flimsy newspaper for a more user friendly experience. Every year, thousands of chimney and home fires are caused by wood stoves. They can be caused by improperly loaded stoves, improper operation, or any other behavior that results in smoke and embers coming from the flue getting into the furniture and igniting. The Catalyst is a smart and easy-to-use wood stove that reduces these dangerous behaviors, while keeping your family, your environment and yourself secure.