Heating and cooking with flame is our game
I don’t do a lot of camping in the winter, but as the wilderness can be so beautiful this time of year, it was always inevitable I would be doing at least some cold weather camping at some stage. As much as the outdoors is beautiful in the winter, I didn’t enjoy the experience as … Read more
Is it really possible that the heat from a wood stove can create electricity?Enough electricity to power a small fan? What is an heat powered fan? Yes its true. Heat Powered Fans, aka Eco fans, aka stove top fans, are powered only by the heat generated by the wood stove. They do not use any … Read more
Attempting to attach ducting to a wood burning stove may not be the smartest thing to do. There are inherent fire risk dangers, and many manufacturers will specifically specify not to do this. Usually a furnace is designed to attach to ducting, always follow manufacturers guidelines. So, if you have a wood stove, and want … Read more
Heating multiple rooms in your house with a wood stove doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow this step-by-step guide and use the key tips and tricks to warming each room effectively with a wood stove now!
What is a heat exchanger? A heat exchanger is a device that can transfer heat from one medium to another. A common type of heat exchanger is a car radiator, which transfer heat from hot water (engine coolant) into the air that is passed through the radiator. What is a wood stove heat exchanger? An … Read more
Before you get started cleaning the inside and exterior of your wood burning stove, know that this can be a dangerous task. Make sure you understand the risks involved. We have covered off on some basic safety precautions at the end of this article. How to clean the outside of an enamel wood stove Depending … Read more
You’re likely reading this because you are cold and not satisfied with how well your current wood stove is working. But what you really need to understand is about maximising the efficiency of your wood stove, as it applies to heating multiple rooms. Lets keep that in mind as we explore all the tips and … Read more