Modern Wood Burners
Modern wood burners are a blend of stylish designs, efficient heating and environmental consciousness. They're a wonderful option for any home, and can provide an alternative source of heat in the event of a power outage.
They are more efficient in heating rooms than fireplaces and release far less harmful gases. Wood stoves still release up to six times the amount of particle pollution than modern diesel vehicles.
The Jotul F-305LL
The Jotul F 305 LL, one of the most recent models from the Jotul collection, is a beautiful cast iron stove. The cast iron stove features a horizontal combustion chamber that can handle large wood logs, and also provides a beautiful view. It also features a convenient ash drawer and easy air controls. Additionally, it benefits from an efficient combustion system that helps reduce emissions. This model can be ordered with a rear-heat shield as well as an upper made of soapstone to improve its contemporary design.
The F 305 Series has a horizontal design which allows for easier placement of logs. It also allows for a rapid heat transfer of 10kW to the room with convection integrated. It was designed by Anderssen & Voll in Norway which combines over 160 years of heating expertise with timeless design. The long leg version is available in white and features an edgier look that brings out the full flames of the fire. The horizontal combustion chamber is ideal for burning large pieces of wood. The simple air controls make it easy to use.
The Jotul GF 305 DV IPI gas version is a cast iron model of the fad F 305 LL. The modern design is framed by elegant curves and the huge fire view gives a stunning impact to your living space. The fire is accessible through the glass doors that covers 70 percent of the front of the stove, giving an unobstructed view of the flames. Its high-functioning features include a simple installation, built-in direct ventilation system and a heat-convection feature that reduces distances to combustible material in the rear.
The Focus Grappus
The Focus Grappus is a wood burner that was created to show off the fire, with the glowing flames being the main focus of the show. Focus Design has created sleek black stoves that place the spotlight on the glowing flames. While many wood burning stoves are designed to maximize efficiency, they have chosen the opposite method. This has led to the company's fireplaces becoming an integral part of the world's most luxurious interiors, and the recipient of 25 prestigious design awards.
The Focus creation features a modern, tall flame view window set high on the other side of the flue. A sleek wood storage unit provides an amazing visual contrast to the overall design. This view of the tall flame, which is the hallmark of the Focus range can be customized to meet your needs and preferences, including various sizes of flues.
The Grappus is a simple modern design that's extremely attractive and easy to use. Its distinctive design sets it apart from other wood burning units. Its sleek lines add a stylish accent to any room. It is available in an open-air version and a wall-mounted version. This latter option is perfect for smaller spaces with limited floor space.
The Grappus is also available with natural gas or wood-burning power. Its insulating structure is made of three distinct layers, with the middle layer being a glass barrier that guards against the heat of the flame. The outer layers are designed to suck up the heat produced by the combustion process and disperse it evenly throughout the whole space. This ensures a comfortable, efficient heating experience, and helps to reduce the effects of condensation inside the glass.
The Grappus is the perfect mix of performance and style. It is available in an output of 3-8 kW when using wood and up to 5 kW when using gas. It's also EcoDesign compliant which makes it a fantastic option for those seeking an efficient, stylish and practical wood burning stove.
The Round Stack
Wood stoves come in many different styles. If you're seeking a stove that brings an earthy, rustic look to your home, or one that is modern and sleek, there is sure to be a stove that meets your needs. Modern designs are not just beautiful, but also provide more efficient alternatives to traditional heating methods.
When you are the preparation of firewood for burning in a wood stove, proper stacking is essential to ensure that the logs remain dry and ready to be burned when needed. Leaving space between the logs and keeping their ends open allows airflow, which is key to ensuring that your firewood dries effectively. The logs can be preserved and dried by storing them in tarps, or other structures.
Round stacking is a very popular method to stack firewood. It is simple to set up and looks beautiful. Begin by making the base with three to four rows of treated 2x4s or pallets. On the top of this base, build a stack of pillars by putting 3-4 pieces of lumber side-by-side and then another on the opposite side. Continue to build these pillars up to 12 rows, ensuring that there is plenty of space between each pillar for air to move through the pile.
Make use of a center stake to provide stability and start adding perpendicular pieces to the outside. Connect small wood burning stoves using string in the middle. Repeat this process up to the height you desire for your wall. Then you can finish the inside with odd-shaped pieces or any that are too large for the outer rows. It is essential to keep in mind that indoor stacking requires a room with a lot of light and airflow. Because overcrowding a stack can lead to damp and moldy wood. The best indoor space for stacking is typically a basement or garage.
The Short Penguin Eco
The Short Penguin Eco from Chilli Penguin is a great example of a green wood burner. Its sleek lines and sturdy construction makes it a great choice for those who prefer more traditional styles or modern homes. The multi-fuel stove 5kw can burn both smokeless and wood fuel. It has a huge ceramic window to observe the flames dancing. It also has an oven which means you can cook food on it or boil water for hot beverages.
The stove uses three new clean burn features to achieve low emissions and over 80% efficiency. These include secondary heat retaining glazing as well as combustion air jets and air flow diversion. The result is a highly efficient stove that can also be employed in smoke-control zones.
This stove is among the smallest in the domestic range. It can be hung on the wall with an edging or log store. The design is contemporary and clean with stainless steel handles. This is a stove you'll love to have in your home.
Another great way to reduce your carbon footprint is to use kiln dried or seasoned wood. This kind of wood has been dried to less than 20% moisture, which reduces the amount of smoke it produces when it's burned. Even the wood stove you have is very efficient, you may still emit many emissions if you're not attentive.
In our next blogs, we'll provide other great green ideas. In the meantime, you can do many easy things to help the environment. From choosing more sustainable furniture to decreasing the amount of paper you use, there are plenty of things that we can do. We hope that you enjoy this blog and look forward to hearing from you in the future.