Buying a wood-burning stove is an investment that you should enjoy for many years like many of our customers who still have the stoves we have supplied and installed during the last 40 years. Coming back to us when they move or want a more modern stove, for another room, extension or new build.

Considering your needs carefully before buying and consulting with those like us with a vast knowledge of brands, different types of stoves, heat outputs and what will suit the location in your home will save you a lot of headache and will make sure you purchase the right stove for your needs.  The location of the stove, the type of home and the area to be heated have as much influence on the choice of stove as your wishes for style and design. You may dream of a place where the family can gather around the flames, or you may have a practical need to supplement your heating – or both.

Quality of materials

It is not only the design that separates two stoves from each other, so does the combustion technique and materials. Strong materials, solid hinges and good insulation materials are just some of the things you need to be aware of when assessing the quality of a wood-burning stove. The better the materials and processing, the longer you will enjoy your new wood-burning stove.

Correct size of the stove

Large or too small is not necessarily best when buying a new wood-burning stove and again this is where we can help you make the right decision making sure that the stove you buy has the right output in relation to the area you want to heat.  Most stoves have ample performance in relation to the need. Remember: a small stove with a small combustion chamber burns clean at a small output but can also easily provide a lot of heat and still burn clean.

On the other hand, it can be difficult to make a stove with a large combustion chamber burn clean at a small output. The larger the combustion chamber and glass pane, the higher "basic output" is required for the stove to burn clean. When the stove burns at the right output, the glass pane and combustion chamber are kept free of soot. Therefore, choose your wood-burning stove in consultation with us or an authorised dealer to make sure that you get a correctly sized stove that suits your needs.

Servicing - future proofing.

To gain the best out of your new stove and ensure it lasts you for a very long time. It is best to have it regularly serviced and of course the chimney swept. Note: some manufacturers will require regular servicing generally when offering long guarantees.

Call Lorraine on 01392 811597 or email: [email protected] to help you make the right decision on the best stove to suit your requirements.