How to choose the right stove and size the chimney?
Fireplaces are not only an aesthetic element of the interior, but also an efficient source of heating. In order to achieve optimum performance and safe operation, it is essential to choose the right stove model to meet the thermal needs of the building and to correctly size the chimney to ensure safe flue gas removal. Choosing the right stove There are several key factors to consider when choosing a stove. The performance of the stove [...]
How to heat properly with wood
You have to learn how to heat properly. It's not difficult, but there are some important principles to know and follow. There is a certain amount of energy bound up in wood and by heating it properly you will get much more warmth and comfort from it. At the same time, it will cost you less work and money. In addition, the right heating method has an impact on the condition, functionality, efficiency and durability of not only the stove, but also the flue and chimney.
Proper kindling: 4 steps to a smokeless fire
One of the stonemason's commandments would go something like this: "Thou shalt not smell under thy neighbour's nose or in his windows." Anyone who follows this commandment should then know the proper procedure for starting a fire in their fireplace or stove without everyone in the vicinity thinking they are sending smoke signals.
The correct procedure for ecological and economical heating
If we want to talk about firewood heating as an environmentally friendly and economical option for home heating, we need to think about what, how and in what we heat. By following a few simple rules, we can continue to use this traditional heating method without having to worry about a guilty conscience or a tight budget.
The chimney in a family house is a safe bet
For environmentally friendly wood heating, it is essential to use quality appliances and to operate them correctly. The second integral part of this idea is the chimney or flue. A chimney is needed wherever fuel is burned and flue gases are produced that need to be safely transported from the interior to the outside air.
