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Homepage | 8 Sep, 2024

Capture the Essence of Autumn 2024 with Woodburners

As the crisp autumn air creeps in, there is no better time to embrace the charm of woodburners and stoves. ELB Fireplaces believe that capturing the essence of autumn 2024 is not just about decorating your home with seasonal accents. But it is also about creating an environment where comfort and cosiness are paramount beyond the season. This ELB Fireplaces' guide will help you navigate exactly how woodburning stoves and cosy nights will enhance your autumn. Embracing the Warmth of Domestic Woodburners Domestic woodburners are more than just a means of heating; they are the heart of autumnal comfort in any home. These charming stoves provide warmth and serve as a focal point that enhances the aesthetic of your living space. As the temperatures drop, woodburners become an inviting source of heat that electric or gas heaters simply cannot match. ELB Fireplaces Leigh offer a diverse range of domestic woodburning stoves designed to meet various functions and aesthetics. Ultimately, our woodburners are crafted to complement any interior style. This is from contemporary innovations to much more familiar, traditional designs. These stoves are not only efficient but also environmentally friendly, so provides optimal heat output while minimising environmental impact. Advanced combustion technology ensures you get the most out of every log. Therefore, this makes our woodburners an eco-conscious choice for keeping your home warm during the chilly months. Creating Cosy Nights for Autumn 2024 Autumn is synonymous with cosy nights spent indoors, and domestic woodburners can transform these moments into something truly special. Picture yourself curled up, wrapped in a soft throw, with a good book or mug of cocoa, with the gentle glow of your woodburner. The crackling sound of burning wood adds a soothing auditory backdrop that other heating systems simply cannot replicate. To maximise the cosiness of your autumn nights, then consider complementing your woodburner with soft furnishings and autumnal decor. Plush throws, soft cushions, and warm, earthy tones will enhance the inviting atmosphere created by your stove. Seasonal decorations such as pinecones, acorns, and autumn leaves can add a touch of festive charm. Additionally, a well-chosen rug or carpet can enhance the warmth and comfort around your woodburner. Ultimately, this may just be the finishing touch which will make your space even more inviting.   The Art of Firewood Preparation for Domestic Stoves The secret to an optimal autumn experience with your domestic woodburner lies not just in the stove itself but in the quality of the firewood you use. Proper firewood preparation is essential for achieving an efficient burn and thus maximising the heat output of your woodburner. Here is a detailed guide to preparing your firewood for the season: Choosing the Right Wood: Not all firewood is suitable for domestic stoves, but hardwoods such as oak, hickory, and ash are ideal. This is as a result of them being denser and produce more heat, burning more slowly and evenly. Softwoods like pine or fir ignite quickly and burn hot but can produce more creosote, so leads to more frequent maintenance of your chimney. Seasoning the Wood: Freshly cut wood, also known as 'green wood', has a high moisture content that makes it difficult to burn efficiently. Proper seasoning is crucial, as firewood should be cut, split, and stacked in dry areas for at least six months before use. Seasoned wood should have a moisture content below 20%, which can be checked with a moisture meter. Handling Firewood: When handling firewood, consider the size and weight of the logs and use an axe if needed. Smaller, uniform pieces are much easier to manage and light. Splitting larger logs into smaller pieces can help with quicker and more efficient burning. Building a Fire: Starting a fire correctly can greatly influence its efficiency. Begin with a base of crumpled newspaper or fire starters, then add small kindling followed by larger logs. Arrange the logs in a crisscross pattern to facilitate optimal airflow, which helps the fire catch and burn more effectively.   Enhancing Your Autumn 2024 Experience Autumn is a season for celebration, relaxation, and connection with natural beauty. By incorporating a domestic woodburner into your home, you can create a focal point for quiet autumnal evenings. The process of preparing and maintaining your firewood adds a hands-on aspect to your autumn routine. ELB Fireplaces are committed to helping you make the most of this enchanting time of year. Embrace the season with a domestic woodburner that not only heats your home but also enriches your seasonal experience. Capture the essence of autumn 2024 with us and transform your home into a haven of joy and comfort.  

Wood Burning Stoves | 22 Aug, 2014

Who will help me choose the best Woodburners in Preston?

Worried that you might buy the wrong woodburners in Preston? Stop! ELB Fireplaces has the best and friendliest staff ever! When one of our clients walked into our showroom located in Lancashire, she looked lost in the woodburning stoves section and enquired about the best woodburner that we had to offer. It turned out that she needed a good woodburner after her last one, which was a wedding gift from her parents, became too old after about 20 years and she had never bought one before. It was her first time getting a stove and she was quite clueless.       Who will help me choose the best Woodburners in Preston? In Preston, woodburners of all types and shapes are displayed in our showroom. The customer thought right to walk into our 30 year old established store where we have a huge display of woodburners including stoves, open fires, classical brick fireplace or even bespoke ones. Woodburning is one of the many ways to keep the house warm. It is important that you choose the best woodburner that actually serves the purpose you need. You have to bear in mind that an open woodburner is more likely to consume more energy as there is more heat loss compared to stove where the wood burns more slowly, thus, preserving more energy. A multifuel stove will burn both wood and coal whereas a woodburning stove does not have a grate and will burn the wood on a bed of ash and is rumoured to be the more efficient of the two. The woodburners come in various shapes including the traditional design, the more rectangular and lower shaped ones as well as contemporary ones.   Fireplaces Preston Should you have any enquiries regarding woodburners in Preston, do not hesitate to give us a ring or fill the enquiry form! You may even pay us a visit at our showroom. We have been in this business for a long time and our customers’ complete satisfaction is our goal. Did I mention that the lady left our store completely satisfied with the woodburner and our services? Contact us today.