Month: February 2020

Stove Brands by CarolFeb 27, 202011:10 pm

Dunsley Heat stoves

While the company’s official name is Dunsley Heat it is affectionately known as simply Dunsley in the stove industry. This Yorkshire based customer friendly company has been around for some time attracting interest from a whole range of stove enthusiasts. The company’s attention to detail regarding wood-burning and multifuel stoves is renowned, quality of the machines is there for all to see and the ability to comply with the Ecodesign 2022 regulations, two years early is a master stroke. Dunsley stoves are well known by those who follow the stove industry and it is not difficult to see why.

Range of Dunsley stoves

It is fairly obvious where the company’s reputation comes from when you take a glance at the range of Dunsley stoves on offer. There are three specific ranges and a new stand-alone wood-burning stove:-

Stove Advice & Maintenance by CarolFeb 22, 202012:58 pm

No ban on wood-burning stoves, repeat no ban on wood-burning stoves

We thought it best to get the main headline across in response to the disgraceful reporting of the government’s “wet wood ban” by some areas of the UK media. Those who follow our blog will be aware we have written about the pitiful standard of reporting when it comes to wood-burning stoves and air pollution. So, rather than publish an article of our opinion let us take a look at the truth behind the headlines.

Is there a UK wide ban on wet wood on the way?

Before we dig deeper into the misleading headlines regarding the use of wood-burning stoves going forward, this simple headline shows the poor standard of reporting. This is not a UK wide ban on wet wood; it is a ban in England which will come into force next year for large manufacturers of wood and in 2022 for smaller manufacturers. The Welsh and Scottish governments are currently in middle of their own consultation period and will announce their findings fairly soon.

Spare Parts & Accessories by CarolFeb 20, 20203:17 pm

Integrating stove installations with interior design

In reality, whether you install a relatively small stove or something fairly large, it will very quickly become an integral part of your room. The chances are it would be the centrepiece, the conversation starter and something which draws your eyes every time you enter the room. So, if your stove is the centrepiece of your room then surely it makes sense to integrate this with your interior design style?

Many people automatically assume that installing a wood-burning/multifuel stove is the end of the story when in reality for those with a little imagination it can be just the start!

Stove focused interior design

You are probably thinking to yourself, what could I add to my stove surround to make it more enticing and more visual? Well, there are a range of different products you can use today which will instantly make a huge difference to the way your stove looks.

Fireplace chambers

If you have a fireplace the chances are it may be a relatively old design fireplace chamber. It may have the old world appeal but maybe is that is not what you’re after. Maybe you are looking for something a little different, something more modern perhaps or just something very basic which puts the focus back onto the stove itself. Click here to check the full range of fireplace chambers.

Firewood and Fuel Tips by CarolFeb 13, 20203:13 pm

Practical uses for your wood burning stove wood ash

We live in a world where recycling and environmentally friendly actions certainly speak louder than words. Over the last few months we have seen a number of negative articles regarding wood-burning stoves which often contain misleading information. So, we thought it might be refreshing to take a look at the practical uses for wood ash. You will be surprised how useful it can be!

Garden fertiliser

There are occasions where wood ash can be used as an element in garden fertiliser where it will increase the pH level of the soil. The useful component in this scenario is the trace minerals from tree wood which are extremely useful for plant health.

Compost heaps

Many gardeners swear by the use of wood ash in their compost as a means of boosting nutrients and encouraging worms and other visitors. Bizarrely, some people suggest that wood ash on a compost heap will stop large animals from digging. How many bears do you find in Manchester? Should they not be in the woods?