If you all want for Christmas is a wood burning stove – or alternatively, a multi fuel stove or pellet burning stove – there is an array of models to choose from.

So, join us as we take you on a festive journey through the 12 Stoves of Christmas…

1. 1. Wood burning stoves – Stoves that are dedicated to burning wood only are often much more efficient than multi fuel stoves. We love the traditional look of the Franco Belge range.
2. 2. Multi fuel stoves – These stoves are predominantly designed to burn coal, anthracite, peat and other multi fuels, as well as wood, offering great versatility. The Hunter range features a brilliant variety of styles and sizes.
3. 3. Pellet burning stoves – Many can be operated by a remote control or even from your mobile phone. The Ketty pellet stove in the Extraflame range provides excellent value for money.
4. 4. Wood burning boiler stoves – Models such as the Diadema Idro can run your hot water and central heating systems.
5. 5. Wood burning range cookers – An amateur chef’s dream, stoves like those in the Nordica range offer style and great cooking power.

6, 7 & 8 – Low, medium and high output stoves – Make sure you choose the right stove to heat your space.

9.   9. Double sided wood burners – These stunning models, such as the Parkray Consort range, are both practical and a fantastic focal point.
10.   10. Traditional stoves – Love the look of classic stoves? We have a vast selection to choose from.
11.   11. Contemporary stoves – For minimalists, we offer many sleek and modern designs, including models from the popular Stovax range.
12.   12. Enamelled stoves – Surfaces that are enamelled, such as on the Dru 64CB, are strong and effortless to clean.

Does the choice seem a little daunting? Talk to the experts at Stove Sellers and we’ll make sure you select the right stove for your home and lifestyle.

With the festive season on its way, all thoughts are turning to this year’s Christmas celebrations.

If you have a wood burning, pellet burning or multi fuel stove, you’re probably looking forward to getting the family together around its cosy glow. For sheer seasonal cheer, it’s hard to beat the warmth, comfort and atmosphere that a stove can bring.

However, even the jolliest Christmas can be ruined by a stove that stops working effectively or becomes unsafe because it hasn’t been properly maintained. So, just as you start making your Christmas shopping list for presents and treats, now is a good time to tick off a few boxes concerning your wood burning stove.

Your very first job is to make sure that your chimney has been swept recently. The law in France states that chimneys must be swept every six months during its period of use, so if you haven’t already done so, now is the time to book your sweep.

Next, perform a check to make sure that all your stove’s elements are in good condition and working well – include rope seals and gaskets in your stove MOT. The vermiculite fire bricks in your stove can crack or break with use, so check them over to make sure they’re in good condition. If any elements need to be replaced, get in touch with us and we can order the correct items for you.

Cleaning the baffle and removing soot deposits from the baffle plate are also good ways to ensure the best performance from your stove.

For a safe, warm and hassle-free Christmas, take these few basic steps and you’ll be able to look forward to a roaring fire that adds to the festive atmosphere, day after day.

For over 100 years, the Parkray brand has been synonymous with quality heating appliances.

Many years ago, people living in the UK would have heard of Parkray because the company supplied a lot of heating systems and boilers for council housing. But then the brand pivoted to a different market and is now one of the most respected manufacturers of wood burning and multi fuel stoves.

With its long and proud history in heating solutions, Parkray has been responsible for developing many of the UK’s heating product manufacturing standards. It boasts an impressive heritage and this is reflected in its array of traditional stoves.

The company’s Consort range features a broad selection of designs, from large focal points to compact stoves for smaller spaces. Many of the models are available as either multi fuel stoves or wood burning only and the clever ‘Cleanburn’ technology helps to reduce gas emissions. Another innovation is the ‘Airwash’ technology that keeps your stove’s glass sparkling clean.

Even available in stunning double-sided designs, the extensive Parkray Consort range offers something to suit almost any style or requirement.

For those with more contemporary tastes, Parkray has also moved with the times to create sleeker designs that might appeal to the minimalist. The Aspect range offers large windows and smooth lines that look brilliant against even the most unfussy backdrop.

This company has blended innovation with history for decades and really cares about its customers. So much so, Parkray requests that retailers do not sell their products online. The firm believes that customers must receive the very best advice before they buy, to ensure they choose precisely the right Parkray stove for them.

So, take a look at the range on our website and then have a chat with us about how this iconic brand can become the heart of your home.

For many of those who weren’t lucky enough to win the largest Euromillions jackpot ever – €190 million – keeping heating costs down will still be a priority this winter.

Wood burning, pellet burning and multi fuel stoves can be highly energy efficient. We sell a wide range of stoves with heating efficiency ratings in excess of 80%. However, there are additional ways to make your stove work as hard as possible, as cheaply as possible.

For a start, sourcing the fuel for wood burning or multi fuel stoves can be much cheaper if you buy from people in your local community, rather than from wood suppliers. Farmers and tree surgeons can be a great place to start.

Finding and drying your own wood results in free fuel, but you must ensure that the wood has been seasoned for at least two years before you use it. The wood should also have a moisture content of less than 16%. If the wood is wetter than that, it won’t burn, resulting in very little warmth.

You can’t tell how dry wood really is just by looking at it. Fortunately, you can buy a moisture monitor that will tell you whether the wood is ready to blaze or a damp squib.

Another way that you can save money is to check whether you quality for the tax credit, or Crédit d’Impôt Transition Energetique (CITE). If you meet the criteria, you can benefit from a reduction in TVA and get a further 30% off the cost of the stove.

But don’t delay, the conditions of CITE are due to change at the end of this year and will then be based on the income of the applicant. Under the new format, you may not receive the 30% discount or any at all. So, if you’re thinking about installing a stove, there’s no time like the present.

Autumn has arrived with a vengeance in the last few weeks and now that the evenings are creeping in, owners of wood burning, pellet burning and multi fuel stoves will be looking forward to firing up the flames once again.

But as tempting as it might be to snuggle up with the family on Halloween to enjoy the cosy warmth from your stove, you must pause and think about your chimney. When was it last swept?

In France, the law states that you must have your chimney swept every six months during its period of use. This is to help avoid chimney fires by clearing away any debris such as soot, leaves, sticks, birds’ nests and any other animals that might have moved in over the summer.

If your chimney was swept more than six months ago, you must hold off lighting your stove until the job has been done. Chimney fires can be devastating and they pose a significant safety risk for you, your family, your pets and your home itself.

In England, research suggests that 50% of chimney fires take place between January and March – peak season for stove use. Over in the United States, there are approximately 25,000 chimney fires per year, causing more than $125 million worth of damage.

It’s safe to assume that unswept chimneys will have accounted for many of these fires so, don’t become just another statistic. Call in a professional, such as Stove Sellers, to sweep your chimney thoroughly and ensure that you’re in a safe position to enjoy your stove this autumn and winter.

But hurry, this is a busy time of year for all chimney sweeps! Get in touch with us today – we can banish the curse of the unsafe chimney and make sure you only have sweet dreams this Halloween.