Since the Clean Air Act was introduced in the UK in 1956, there has been a distinct lack of London smog. It was the burning of coal that was generally at the root of this issue and clean air zones were encouraged by the councils of many towns and cities at this time to combat the serious health hazard. To this day, only smokeless fuels are permitted to be burnt in these zones. When coal is burnt, it can produce nitrogen oxide (can cause smog and acid rain), carbon dioxide (the main greenhouse gas that causes global warming) and sulphur ...
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Just as the name says, it’s possible to burn a number of different fuels in a multi fuel stove. These popular heating choices make it easier to be an environmentally friendly household and to avoid the use of financially and environmentally expensive fossil fuels. These reasons are what makes the multi fuel stove so popular. However, if you’re still pondering whether a multi fuel stove is for you, then look at these facts to help you make your mind up. This type of fuel stove is very versatile. Whether you want one in your bedroom, living room or dining ...
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Although wood stoves are highly efficient (you can expect 70%-80% output compared with just 20%-25% for an open fireplace) there is still a need to clean the chimney in order to prevent fires developing as a result of soot deposits. Why Do Chimneys Get Sooted? In theory, well-seasoned wood that is burnt in a wood stove will produce very little smoke just as long as it has a good supply of air. The reason that smoke is an issue when it comes to chimney cleaning is because smoke is what causes soot deposits. Until the chamber of your wood ...
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