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Charnwood Skye stove spare parts
The Charnwood Skye stove may seem relatively small but this is a stove which certainly packs a punch when it comes to visual impact and efficiency. Described as a state-of-the-art stove by Charnwood it is obvious that time has been taken to research and develop this particular model which offers an efficiency rating of up to 86%. Whether you go for the low stand or the log stand will significantly impact the look and feel of the stove.
Technical specifications
The Charnwood Skye stove is available in wood-burning and multifuel variations with heat output between 2 kW and 7 kW resulting in a 5 kW normal rating. As we touched on above, the efficiency rating is a very impressive 86% and the machine already abides by the Eco-Design standards which are not yet enshrined in law. The machine also has a DEFRA exemption which means that it can be used to burn wood in smoke control areas. This is something that is becoming ever more important in the world of wood-burning and multifuel stoves as regulations become tighter to protect the environment.
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Dunsley stove spare parts
Dunsley Stoves are extremely popular whether you are looking at the Yorkshire stove range or the Highlander stove range which between them offer a selection of wood-burning and multifuel heating options. Originally the company focused on open fires and boiler systems but the growing popularity of wood-burning multifuel stoves saw the group expand into new areas. Thankfully, as well as the stoves themselves Dunsley also produces a wide range of spare parts for all models.
Here at Bowland Stoves we have access to the full range of stove replacement parts and can advise you on any issues you may have with your wood-burning or multifuel stove. The full range of Dunsley stoves and spare parts takes in:
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Do you need planning permission for a wood-burning stove?
There is a common misconception that those looking to install a wood-burning stove or multifuel stove will require planning permission from their local authority. Historically, yes you may well have required some kind of clearance from your local authority, but recent changes mean that in the vast majority of cases no formal planning permission will be required. There are still rules, regulations and guidelines but as long as you are sensible you will not require planning permission.
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Government guidance
The official guidance from the UK government suggests that planning consent is not required if the following conditions are adhered to:
• The flue is situated at the rear or side of the building with maximum clearance of 1 m above the highest part of the roof.
• Even if you have permitted development rights, if a building is listed or in a designated area it is sensible to check with your local planning authority about installing a flue. In the majority of cases further planning permission will not be required but it is better to be safe than sorry.
• No flue should be fitted on the principle or the side elevation of a building that faces onto a highway.
Saltfire Stoves
While Saltfire Stoves may not be as well-known as some of the more established stove brands, this is a company which has been developing a specific focused range of multifuel stoves for some time. The Saltfire ST-X4 Multifuel Stove, Saltfire ST-X5 Multifuel Stove and Saltfire ST-X8 Multifuel Stove are part of a range which is growing in popularity and it is not difficult to see why. Even the quickest of glimpses at the images shows these are well manufactured, expertly designed and are able to create the ultimate ambience. The after burner system is unique to Saltfire Stoves and enhances the already enlarged viewing area, with even greater variation for the flickering flames and the burning embers.
What can I burn on my stove?
There are 2 main types of stove, a wood-burning stove and a multifuel stove, which between them offer an array of different fuels to use. Initially many people might be tempted to burn “waste” materials under the false impression that they simply burn off with no repercussions. Unfortunately, this is not the case and you need to be very careful about what you burn on your wood-burning and multifuel stove.
Wood
It will surprise many people to learn that wood is not considered a smokeless fuel because unless it is dried correctly, between a period of one year and two years, it can retain moisture. This moisture gives off steam and water vapour which can in certain circumstances create flammable acidic tars that can stick to the inner lining of your flue. There have been situations where this tar has seeped into the inner workings of a chimney or indeed ignited causing a chimney fire. It is therefore imperative that you use correctly dried wood and do not rush the drying process if doing this yourself.
Using a stove fan to circulate heat
Those who have experienced heat from a wood-burning or multifuel stove will be well aware that it is deep-seated and very different from “normal heating methods”. The only real issue from time to time is that of cold spots which are created as the hot air rises and in certain areas of your room it will be replaced by cold air. As that cold air increases in temperature so that rises and more cold air is drawn in. There is a very simple, very efficient and free method of circulating stove heat around your room which many people will never even have considered.
Stove fans
The beauty of stove fans is not only the fact that they evenly circulate heat around your room, due to the unique pattern of the rotating blades, but the fact they are powered by heat from your stove. These extremely simple but extremely efficient fans simply sit on the top of your stove with the heat differential between the base of the unit and the top of the fan driving the motor. As the motor drives, the blades rotate which helps to circulate heat across your room thereby eliminating cold spots. This is such a simple but such an effective method of maintaining broadly similar temperatures throughout your room.