Heating and cooking with flame is our game
Most houses are too large to be heated quickly by a wood stove. Relying on thermal radiation to warm the area is just too slow. Putting some thought into how to circulate heat from the wood stove around the house will pay off handsomely. Quickly heating a house, or at least warming multiple rooms is … Read more
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 outside of your wood 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 on … 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 the building you are trying to heat. Lets keep that in mind as we explore … Read more
Wood pellet stoves are starting to become popular, and for good reason. Here we are taking a look at the best wood pellet stoves, and what the benefits of each are. Pleasant Hearth Cabinet Style Pellet Stove Extra-large capacity wood pellet hopper.Castle 12327 Serenity Wood Pellet Stove A great option for mobile homes.Summers Heat 55-SHP10 … Read more
If you are looking for the best wood stove, check out our buyers guide here to help you understand just how to compare all the necessary features. ContentsDrolet High-Efficiency Wood Stove – Has a very high heat output rating for the price.Pleasant Hearth Small Wood Burning Stove – Perfect for mobile homes.Pleasant Hearth Large Wood … Read more
It may come as a surprise to you, but not all firewood is equal. Some woods burn hotter and for longer than others. Knowing the types of wood and how to best care for your firewood will allow you to get the best value from your firewood, or in other words make sure you get … Read more
While wood stoves have been around for centuries, it doesn’t mean that they’re completely safe. The idea of burning wood and other combustibles just doesn’t seem to be the safest way to warm a house quickly or cook outdoors, mostly because the fire can get out of hand and be a bit too hard to … Read more
Wood stoves have been around for centuries. It’s possibly the universal traditional cooking equipment in most countries even though it might not look the same in each region. This shouldn’t really come as a surprise, especially since wood is the most readily available source of fuel in most locales, so naturally, it can be one … Read more
Outdoor stoves come in so many different shapes and sizes that choosing one can really be an overwhelming task. However, to narrow down your options, you can always just consider the purpose you need it for and that will significantly trim down your options. So, for example, if you need to cook in your off-the-grid … Read more