Wood Burning Stove Myths
Myth: Wood burning is harmful for the environment
Fact: A tree when burnt releases the same amount of carbon that it consumes in its lifetime. So, it is carbon neutral and much greener than burning fossil fuels. Now, wood burning stoves are equipped with clean burn technologies that significantly reduce the particulate emissions.
Myth: Wood burning stoves are less efficient
Fact: Using a high-quality wood burning stove will yield between 70-85% efficiency with the door closed while the efficiency is nearly 20% with open fires. That means, in case of wood stoves just 15-20% of the heat is wasted and in an open fire, over four fifths of the heat is lost up your chimney.
Myth: Wood burning stoves require heavy maintenance
Fact: Modern wood burning stoves come with clean burn technology, which helps to keep the glass clean by blowing hot air down it. However, the ashes need to be removed from time to time – may be once a week – as compared to daily as in the case of open fires. The chimney needs to be cleaned by a professional to ensure no build up and to retain safety and efficiency.
Myth: I can burn anything on a wood-burning stove
Leeds Stove Centre brings to you a range of high-quality wood burning stoves to suit any style of home.