The main purpose of installing a stove is to generate heat for warmth and comfort during the chilly winter evenings. But, stove buyers today give a lot of importance to the beauty of a stove apart from the functional aspect. This is because a beautifully designed stove can greatly enhance the beauty of your home. Contemporary stoves are admired by the users for the look that they present. Some are intricately designed to offer the elegant Victorian look while some are stylishly designed to fit the modern decor. Like, multi-fuel stoves are small and compact but are good at generating ...
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Wood burning stove is growing in popularity as carbon-lean heating solutions because customers aim for a more eco-friendly outlook for their homes. The importance of buying a suitable appliance for your home is imperative. Looking beyond the aesthetics of a modern heat stove, following are the criterion you should keep in mind when shopping for your next stove. Heat Output Stoves are designed to provide heat to different sized spaces. A stove with 4-5kW rating will be able to heat an average room whereas a stove with 8kW rating is designed for a much larger space. Other factors influencing the ...
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We are sometimes asked difficult questions such as how long a wood fire will burn, how much fuel is needed to heat rooms and which fuels are the cheapest. Well it’s no excuse to say that no one really knows the answer to these questions. That’s because every house and every lifestyle is different. Your preferred rate of burn, the size of your house, whether you have ready access to dry wood, or an existing gas supply; all these affect the choice of heating that suits your lifestyle. So let’s look at some important factors that will help ...
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A multi-fuel or a wood burning stove comes with a number of benefits. It is a value add ition to your home, provides warmth and ambience that is typical of a wood burning stove. Today, you can use wood burning stoves even if you live in a smoke controlled area. DEFRA approved stoves are a perfect solution for those willing to use wood burning stoves in a smoke free zone. These stoves are incorporated with an advanced eco-engineering which is approved by the UK Government facilitating wood burning in restricted areas. It has been examined that DEFRA approved stoves emit ...
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Good looks and efficiency are the features that make gas fires a popular choice among users. Gas fires with glass front doors often have efficiency rates in excess of 80% making them extremely effective at warming a home. If you wish to enjoy heat at the press of a button then, a gas stove is the perfect choice. At LeedsStoveCentre, we stock an extensive collection of gas stoves from leading brands like Gazco stoves, Yeoman stoves and Dovre stoves. Our range of gas stoves is a combination of beauty, quality finish and high-performance. Many of our gas stoves have an ...
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With the onset of winter, upgrading a fireplace to its maximum efficiency is one of the many things you may be looking for to keep you house warm. Modern fireplaces come with advanced features that make them much more energy efficient than the older versions. If you are looking for ways to increase the efficiency of your existing fireplace, you must consider installing a fireplace door. Both glass and metal doors are popular as well as simple screens that open on hinges. Installing a fireplace door keeps the smoke out from entering the house while increasing the overall efficiency to ...
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As our long lovely summer draws to a close many of us are turning our attentions once again to heating our homes. Every year it seems we work harder just to pay for the essentials, spending hours in the office so we can meet the weekly bills. With gas prices showing no signs of slowing down, oil prices on the rise and electricity as expensive as gold, manufacturers have decided that a solution must be sought. What Goes up Won’t Come Down Unfortunately it’s not within the power of a company or individual to demand a decrease in utility ...
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Electric stoves have gained popularity because electricity is readily available all around the world. And at the same time, one does not have to make too much effort in maintaining these electric stoves. Given below are seven reasons why you should consider buying an electric stove. Low Installation Costs – An electric stove is very easy to install; simply connect it to the electrical circuit and your stove is up and running within minutes. For refurbishment and replacements, it means minimal disruption for the household. Highly Efficient – Since electric stoves convert all the electricity directly into heat, they are ...
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With energy prices rising every year, multi fuel stoves are growing in popularity and this trend is not looking like it’s going to pass any time soon. Generally they are used to heat up your home during the winter. Although multi fuel stoves can burn other fuels, most people use them to burn wood. Effectively using these stoves When it comes to getting the most of your multi fuel stove, here’s what you need to know: Stove Size The size of your stove is going to result in the amount of wood that you’ll be burning. The insulation in your ...
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