Here are just a few questions you may want answers to. However, we are always happy to speak to you if you want further information. You can contact us by giving us a call on 01664 822397 or by sending us an email to info@arpeetstoves.co.uk.
The second relates to air quality. When burning wood, particulates are released, as they have been throughout human history. However, modern Ecodesign stoves set a new standard for clean wood burning, reducing particulate emissions by over 90% compared with an open fire. Some of the cleanest stoves achieve considerably greater reductions. For example, Burley states that its stoves can produce particulate emissions as low as 0.1 grams per hour, with one open fire producing more particulates than 300 Burley stoves.
This means that, with modern Ecodesign stoves, you can use your stove to heat your home for a whole season while producing less particulate pollution than a single day's use of an open fire, bonfire or campfire.
The environmental impact still depends on correct use. Burning properly dried wood with a moisture content of 20% or less, operating the stove as intended and ensuring it is regularly maintained all help to minimise smoke and particulate emissions.
For this reason, a modern, efficient Ecodesign stove, used correctly and fueled with sustainably sourced dry wood, can be a responsible and efficient way of heating your home.
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A wood burning stove can provide an effective alternative source of warmth. Unlike central heating, which distributes heat throughout the property, a stove provides concentrated heat directly into the room in which it is installed. This can make it possible to turn down the central heating while still enjoying a warm and comfortable living space.
A stove can also provide a useful source of heat if your central heating system is unavailable, giving you an independent way of heating at least part of your home, something that can be reassuring in an uncertain world.
Stoves are highly efficient, often around 80% or even more, which means your fuel will last considerably longer and provide you with significantly more heat than an open fire. Modern EcoDesign stoves are particularly good at this and newer, intelligent stoves can have efficiencies around 90%.
There's nothing quite like the relaxing atmosphere created by the flickering flames of a woodburning stove. Creating a natural focal point in any room, a stove is as attractive to look at as it is efficient.
It is very important to get a stove with an output that is suitable for your room. A stove that is too powerful will be less efficient, the airwash will struggle and you will get more deposits building up in the chimney. A stove that isnt powerful enough will of course not provide enough heat to keep the room warm and you may risk overfiring your stove in an attempt to achieve that temperature.
There are many factors to consider when it comes to working out the required output for a stove. We will take in to account the size of your room, insulation value, number of doors in to the room, the number of external walls etc. If you would like to get in touch or come down to our showroom we can tell you exactly what output stove you need.
Stoves are generally made from either steel or cast iron. Both materials have different properties, and this can be a factor when deciding which stove is best for you.
Cast iron is denser than steel, so it generally takes longer to heat up but can retain heat for longer. Steel, being less dense, generally heats up more quickly.
Cast iron stoves tend to have a more traditional or classic appearance, while steel stoves are often associated with more contemporary designs. However, there are plenty of exceptions, so the choice of material should not be based on appearance alone.
We are always very competitive when it comes to price. However, prices do vary between stoves, so this could be a factor when choosing which stove is best for you.
Some stoves burn only wood, some can also burn smokeless fuel, and some are gas or electric. All fuel types have different properties and we can advise you on the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Wood burning and multifuel stoves are often physically different too, particularly in the way they burn the fuel and remove ash.
All stoves perform differently and have different strengths and weaknesses.
Some keep the glass cleaner than others, some are easier to control, or lend themselves to particular applications. With quite different grates, controls and methods of burning.
We test as many stoves as possible so that we can advise you on the individual characteristics of each stove and help you choose one that suits the way you want to use it.
Stoves come in many different styles, both traditional and contemporary. Having a look through our website will give you a taste of the styles available, but you can't beat seeing a stove in person.
After all a quality stove should last for decades, so it is important to make sure it looks right! If you visit us we will always try and find a stove to match your tastes and help you narrow down the many options available.
Please bring the dimensions of your room and fireplace with you (length, width & height). Any supporting photos are also helpful.
In nearly all cases yes, you may require an insulated flue system. Speak to us about this and we will be happy to talk you through your options.
Absolutely! Nearly all modern EcoDesign stoves are approved to burn wood in smoke control areas. Modern stoves are very clean burning, some producing less than 1% of the emissions of an open fire.
To find out if you are in a smoke control area you can visit https://uk-air.defra.gov.uk/data/sca/
An experienced Hetas or alternative qualified registered installer should fit a woodburning or multifuel stove. If you fit the stove yourself (or hire a non registered installer to do the work), you must inform your local Building Control department before you begin the installation. If you are considering a gas stove then the installer should be Gas Safe registered.
If you would like to get in touch we can arrange a free installation quote for you by a registered installer.
Ecodesign stoves represent a major step forward in wood burning technology. They are designed to burn fuel highly efficiently, extracting more heat from every log while producing significantly fewer emissions than older stoves and open fires.
Most modern wood burning stoves achieve efficiencies of around 75–85%, with some of the latest intelligent stoves achieving 90% or more. Modern combustion technology also means that particulate emissions can be reduced by around 90% compared with an open fire, with some of the cleanest stoves achieving reductions of over 99%.
Ecodesign stoves have been required for new installations in the UK since 2022. All new stoves we supply are Ecodesign compliant, giving you the benefits of modern, efficient and cleaner burning technology.
It varies depending on the stove, chimney and site conditions. Every installation is different, but the main factors include:
We can arrange for a registered installer to contact you for a free survey and no obligation quote, tailored to your home and heating requirements.
If you choose a multifuel stove, you can burn seasoned wood and approved smokeless fuels. Wood needs to have a moisture content below 20% and smokeless fuel needs to be below 2% sulphur. Some stoves are stronger on one fuel type or another.
If it's a wood only stove, using coal or other fuels could damage it and void your warranty. We'll help you choose the right model for your needs and fuel availability.
Burning household coal is not recommended.
In many cases, yes. A chimney liner helps to create a correctly sized and sealed flue for the stove, improving performance, efficiency and safety.
A liner can help maintain a good draw, reduce the risk of condensation and tar deposits, and minimise the chance of smoke leaking through older chimney structures.
Not every chimney requires a liner, but most modern stove installations will benefit from one. A survey of your chimney will determine whether a liner is required and, if so, the most suitable type for your installation.
For wood stoves, ventilation requirements depend on the stoves heat output and the age and air tightness of the building. A permanent air vent should be fitted for stoves with a heat output over 5kW, or those installed in buildings built after 2008.
Some stoves have the option of a direct air kit that ducts air from outside directly to the appliance instead, potentially avoiding the need for an air brick.
Most gas stoves do not require an air vent, unless the stove input is over 7kW or the property is very airtight.
Gas stoves offer a convenient way to enjoy a real flame and heat, without the preparation and tending required with a solid fuel stove. Simply switch the stove on when you want heat, and adjust it to suit. Remote controls make operation even easier, with some advanced sequential remotes allowing you to ignite the pilot light, set your desired room temperature and programme a timer.
A gas stove or fire provides the warmth and visual appeal of a real flame, creating a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere in your home.
Modern glass fronted gas stoves and fires can achieve efficiencies of around 80%, converting a high proportion of the gas they use into useful heat. This makes them an efficient and effective way to heat your room.
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