You can use a wood burning stove for your central heating as a means of keeping your house nice and warm, and providing you with hot water. Although there are several ways of achieving this, the core principle involved is usually the same. Wood burning stoves produce energy in the form of heat. Some of this is transferred to heat the water in your tank, before being pumped into your home’s radiators.

How to use a wood burning stove for central heating…

The installation of a wood burning stove to use for your central heating is generally similar to the price of installing any other form of central heating system. That being said, due to the fact a wood burning stove is generally more energy efficient than alternative forms of heating, many users discover that their stove aids significantly in reducing the monthly cost of fuel bills, as well as lowering carbon emissions. With the cost of electricity and gas continuing to rise, an increasing number of people are changing their central heating systems to rely on wood burning stoves.

To discover the specific type of wood burning stove which would be best suited to your home, get in touch, one of our qualified heating engineer will happily run through the various options, and advise you on the specific heating requirements of your house. There are several factors that need to be taken into account, including the following:

What form of boiler does my house need?

In order to produce the most comfortable, efficient, and economic heating, your boiler and stove need to work in harmony. They should be tailored to the specific requirements of your home and its heating. This decision will vary, depending on whether or not you plan to add an additional boiler to your existing stove, or whether you instead plan on making use of a completely new setup for your central heating. You can add a special clip-in back boiler to a separate stove, or integrate a back boiler, which is generally the more efficient method. The latter needs to be fitted by the manufacturer. The material you will be using in your boiler will also be a factor. For example, glass-lined or stainless steel boilers are generally more expensive than those made of steel, however their durability is considerably higher and therefore they represent a long-term investment.

What is your required output in terms of heat?

Your heating engineer will be able to properly calculate the required heat output for your system, which is measured in kilowatts, or KW. The heat output you require will vary depending on factors including the size of your home, the average temperature ranges you are expecting in your geographical region, and the pattern of your heat requirements, which are determined by your family and domestic routines.

What kind of wood burning stove will suit my decor and taste?

As a result of the increasingly high demand for wood burning stoves, new models are becoming available in a wide range of styles, from traditional to modern and innovative contemporary designs. Take the time to factor in the full range of styles available, and if you are finding it difficult to make a decision, get in touch and we will happily help you find the perfect model and style to suit your budget and taste.