"Using woodburning stove effectively is both an art and a science...Will Rolls, talks you through the theory and practice of getting the best results from your stove. From finding the fuel and seasoning it, to lighting the stove and operating it cleanly, this book describes the...techniques for looking after your log stove. The log book covers log suppliers, avoiding too much smoke and ash, checking fuel quality and picking the best wood for your fire"-- Back cover.

'Sound, well-seasoned advice [on] how to bring wood fires into our lives.' - BBC Countryfile Featured in the Sunday Telegraph, The Wood Fire Handbook shows you that the soothing effect of dancing flames and glowing embers is a simple pleasure to have in our lives. Understanding everything that underpins the perfect wood fire makes it even more enjoyable. Vincent Thurkettle's handbook is the essential companion and manual. Contents include... Understand which trees make the best firewood Learn how to split, season, and store wood Lay the perfect fire Make an ingenious campfire Choose wood for its scent ...and much much more!

This is a guide to buying, sizing, installation, operating your multi-fuel or wood burning stove. Written by a fully qualified HETAS registered engineer ( stove fitting qualifications ). Chapters - What is a wood burning stove, why have one installed and does it really save you money. The surrounding building works, chimney and flue systems. Costings of the installation and finding the right stove for you. A complete installation job from start to finish, from the smashing out of the opening and lining the opening, all the regulations to follow, and the installation of the stove, with 26 real life pictures of the works clearly explaining everything.Then Getting the most out of your stove and the best efficiency. A look at 11 different installations and different stoves. Maintenance and the best operation of you stove, including cleaning and fuels. Problem solving with issues you may come across with your stove. With 62 real life pictures throughout this book. This is a must for any one thinking about purchasing and installing a stove in their home. Really clearly explained. A stove must be installed by a qualified person, but all the surrounding building works can be done by you, or a competent person saving you £100s even £1,000s. This guide show you 100% what to expect and how the installation works are undertaken, with every step of an installation undertaken by me (as a HETAS engineer) clearly explained (soot, hammers, nuts and bolts and all). As well as everything else you need to know about owning and running your stove to the best.

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