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How to Maintain a Woodburning Stove

A wood-burning stove is a reliable and effective method of heating a home. But, it's essential to keep your stove in good condition to ensure the best performance.

Tip: Choose seasoned wood with low moisture content. This will let you use the wood longer and generate more heat.

State environmental agencies are wrestling with the issue of particulate air pollution from older wood-burning stoves.

How They Work

Like the name suggests woodburning stoves burn wood to generate heat. The fire is contained in an aluminum and glass body that assists in maintaining a constant temperature inside the home. It also serves as a barrier to smoke from entering your living space.

The main way that stoves regulate the process of combustion is by regulating the quantity of air they allow into the fire. This is done through one or more controllable air vents that can be opened and closed to control the amount of oxygen entering the fire.

Modern stoves use either catalytical or non-catalytical technology to control this. Catalytic stoves are equipped with a catalytic convertor designed to reburn the gases that are produced during primary combustion, so they do not escape from the room. Non-catalytic stoves on the contrary, don't have a catalyst, and rely solely on secondary combustion to occur within the firebox, thereby reducing emissions.

It is recommended to only burn seasoned wood in your woodburning stove. It must have a moisture level lower than 20%, which allows the fire to burn efficiently. This will lessen the amount of smoke and harmful pollutants that escape through the flue. It will also prevent the glass of your stove from being stained by creosote. Creosote is a byproduct of burning wood, and it will build up over time.

The use of seasoned wood will reduce emissions and save money in your heating bills. It produces more heat per unit of fuel. This is due to the surface area of drier wood is greater and produces more heat per unit.

However, wood smoke can be harmful for everyone, especially older adults and children who have lungs that are vulnerable. It can also irritate those with lung disorders such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you reside in an area that has been designated as a smoke control zone, it is crucial to ensure that your stove is maintained and has a chimney that is in compliance with the requirements for the location.

Burning Wood

Wood-burning stoves are a safe and renewable source of heat. They are also a great option to keep the house warm during power outages. They also aid in reducing carbon dioxide emissions, which are harmful for the environment, from fossil fuels, such as oil and gas.

Modern wood-burning stoves are more efficient than earlier models, and are designed to avoid the accumulation of creosote. However it is essential to monitor the combustion. Creosote, a dangerous byproduct of combustion that is not properly slowed can block the chimney and cause it to lose efficiency. It can also pose a fire hazard. The use of seasoned wood can aid in keeping creosote levels low and can reduce the cost of logs, and also help avoid the need for professional cleaning services.

There are stoves that burn coal and wood, giving you a choice between carbon-neutral energy sources. However, it's worth remembering that burning coal is not a green fuel and there are concerns over the way it is mined and transported.

It is best to use the Defra approved stove and one that is also Ecodesign ready, as they will be in compliance with the latest emission regulations. The UK building regulations have specific requirements for the way that the flue is positioned, the size of hearth and 913875 the distance the stove can be from flammable materials, so it's always wise to consult one of our stove experts prior to purchasing a new stove.

Other types of combustibles like paper and garbage are not suitable for use in wood-burning stoves because they could cause more pollution, or even an explosion in the chimney, and at best cause them to operate less efficiently. This is because combustibles other than firewood have different density characteristics than firewood, and therefore are able to burn at lower temperatures and produce more particles.

It is also important to use only dry, seasoned, split, and dried firewood because this will burn more effectively. Dry or damp wood generates more pollutants and smoke. It is also recommended to make use of a top-quality stove pipe to ensure that the temperatures of the flue are adequate and that it's installed correctly.

Emissions

Wood-burning stoves emit many gases and particles. Most often, they release fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which is tiny enough to enter the lungs and get into the bloodstream, causing damage to the heart, liver and brain. However they also produce carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and carcinogenic compounds like polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, also known as PAHs. Depending on what they are burning, some release toxic metals like mercury and arsenic.

There have been a variety of attempts in the US to regulate the amount wood-burning stoves pollute the environment with different degrees of success. In 1988 the Environmental Protection Agency established emission guidelines that limited how much pollution new stoves were permitted to release. Since since then, there's been two revisions to the regulations. The latest one in 2015 stipulates that all units whether catalytic or not, release no more than 4 grams of pollution every hour.

While these strict regulations caused a significant shake-up in the industry leading to hundreds of smaller companies to close up shop, they also spurred on the creation of efficient and well-designed stoves that were both durable and able to produce lower levels of emissions than traditional models. Stove designers studied and analyzed combustion air flows, baffles combustion chamber shapes, insulating materials, and recirculation systems in order to make their products better. Over time they succeeded.

The moisture content of the wood is a major factor in determining the emission. The higher the moisture content is, the more pollutants the stove produces. This is why the best method of reducing emissions is to use firewood that has been seasoned that has been properly dried for 6-8 months.

According to numerous studies, comparing exhaust-related particle pollution only wood burning stoves could cause as much particle pollution as 15 diesel vehicles. These tests were not scientifically valid. However these studies don't take into account that about half of the car's particle pollution comes from the brakes, engine, and tyres instead of its exhaust.

Ten blue states are pushing on EPA to review their carbon emissions and guidelines on air quality for wood-burning stoves. Attorney generals from New York, Washington, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, California, Alaska, Oregon and Vermont have announced plans to sue the EPA for continuing to allow high-emitting stoves to be installed in homes across the country.

Maintenance

Wood burning stoves are effective at heating homes but aren't easy to maintain. To keep your stove looking and functioning efficiently, you'll need to clean it frequently. A dirty stove can have an impact on the health of the occupants and the amount of heat it generates. In addition to cleaning the stove, there are other maintenance tasks that need to be completed to ensure that it functions properly.

Cleaning the exterior and 913875.Xyz (913875.Xyz) interior of a stove is easy to do. Cleaning your stove is recommended every week or every two weeks, depending on how often it is used. It is also recommended to clean the ash from the firebox each time the stove is being used. Spread newspaper on the floor before scooping ashes from the stove, and then wear gloves to protect your hands. Use a container made of metal instead of a bucket in order to avoid rusting.

It is crucial to keep the flue and chimney clean. It is recommended to hire an experienced chimney sweeper every year or once to thoroughly clean the chimney and stove. This will help to keep creosote from accumulating and lessen the risk of chimney fires.

In addition, a chimney must be examined for cracks in the flue liner, masonry and creosote deposits that are excessive, bird nests, and other debris. A professional chimney sweep is in a position to fix these issues and restore a functioning, safe chimney.

Over time, the glass from the wood-burning stove will become clouded and smudged with soot. Spray a mixture of ammonia and water on the glass, and wipe it with a clean cloth. Be careful not to scratch the glass, as this can break and cause it to shatter when hot.

Paint that is resistant to heat can be used to paint a woodburning fireplace in case the paint begins to chip. The paints can be bought at most wood stove retailers and are available in a wide variety of colors.