{"id":799,"date":"2017-01-27T11:26:27","date_gmt":"2017-01-27T11:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bowlandstoves.co.uk\/blog\/?p=799"},"modified":"2017-01-27T11:28:55","modified_gmt":"2017-01-27T11:28:55","slug":"stove-glass-door-go-black","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bowlandstoves.co.uk\/blog\/stove-advice-and-maintenance\/stove-glass-door-go-black\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does the glass on my wood burning stove turn black?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our top 5 tips to find the issue<\/h3>\n
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We've all had this issue. You\u00a0think you have done everything right in your stove\u00a0yet your stove glass door blackens with soot and dirt, becoming very black and obscures\u00a0your viewing window.<\/p>\n

You have purchased your stove not only for the heat, but to also view the flames\u00a0and enjoy the ambiance, so this is an unwanted issue.<\/p>\n

Blacked glass can be a common problem and it is just not new stove owners who get this problem. Anyone can get this issue, from new stoves owners to seasoned owners.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So what can be done? Well our latest blog provides you with our top 5 tips\u00a0to\u00a0help you find the root of the issue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Point 1: A cautionary note<\/h3>\n
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The first advisory note is that this post is for Wood Burning stoves, so is specific.\u00a0We'll blog about multi-fuel stoves in the near future.<\/p>\n

The second advisory note is that your stove glass will have some\u00a0cloudiness or soot, it is to be expected. We are covering the issue when\u00a0soot or dirt\u00a0covers the whole viewing area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Cause 1: Fuel touching the glass<\/h3>\n
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If the glass is\u00a0becoming black in isolated areas, then it is possible because the logs are touching the glass.\u00a0Take care when positioning your fuel and ensure it doesn't fall and touch the glass.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Cause 2: Too much fuel<\/h3>\n
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This is often overlooked as the source of the issue. If you overfill your\u00a0stove, the flames can actually reach the glass, causing blackening. Check your stove's instructions manual to ensure you are not overfilling it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Cause 3: Quality of your fuel<\/h3>\n
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Checking your fuel is very important. You should only burn good quality, seasoned firewood. For more information, see our firewood tips<\/a>\u00a0blog. Remember that firewood needs to be seasoned and also checked with a moisture meter, otherwise the wood will not burn correctly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Cause 4: Incorrect use of the Airwash system<\/h3>\n
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The Airwash feature in a wood burning stove is used to keep the glass clean. It works by\u00a0using specially situated air vents around the stove to draw in cold air. This air is then heated by the fuel and\u00a0distributed over the glass to keep it clean. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Each stove will have specific instructions on when and for how long to keep the Airwash open and by how much.\u00a0If you keep if fully closed, then the glass will blacken, so check your manual and\u00a0ensure you use it correctly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Cause 5: The draw of your chimney<\/h3>\n
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If\u00a0you\u00a0are sure you have used the Airwash system correctly on your stove and check the instructions, then the issue may be with the draw of your chimney. Poor draw means the chimney does not draw air from your stove up the\u00a0chimney\u00a0fast enough. If you think the draw is poor, then\u00a0consult an expert.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

A final word<\/h3>\n
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If your stove's glass is becoming dirty and blackened, then we hope this blog will help\u00a0you to find the root\u00a0cause of the issue.<\/p>\n

We'd love to hear feedback from you either\u00a0on our blog site or through any one of our social media; Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>\u00a0or Instagram<\/a>. You may even have some more tips you could share!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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