Contemporary Wood Stoves
Wood stoves were used traditionally as a primary source of heating in homes. They do not impact the cost of electricity. Modern stoves can be an attractive addition to any home.
This DEFRA-approved modern wood burning stove features modern design and a combustion system that is ultra-green. It is rated with an A+ energy rating and can achieve 5kW of power. Priced at PS1,900, it comes in a variety of colours.
How They Work
Wood stoves are a great option to heat your home. They can be used to heat a space as a primary source or as a supplementary heating source. They also add ambiance and style to make any room feel more warm and inviting. Wood burning stoves create an atmosphere that is controlled, where the fire can burn wood more efficiently to produce heat.
They do this by directing air over the fire, which assists to regulate how quickly and effectively it burns. This is an important aspect in the overall effectiveness of a wood stove because burning for too long loses energy and heat to the surrounding air. Modern wood stoves help to reduce this by directing the air into the firebox in a variety of directions to keep the fire burning.
A lot of modern wood stoves make use of a catalytic combustor in order to aid in the process of achieving maximum efficiency. It is a piece of metal typically in a circular shape, which is positioned on top of the wood stove, where the flue pipe is attached. It resembles a beehive, and has pores where the combustion gases are stored. The gases are then burned again to release heat at lower temperatures.
Air bypass chambers are a different feature found in modern wood stoves. These are large flaps that can be opened in the inside of a firebox in order to redirect flue gas around the catalyst when the wood stove is initially initiated. This allows the fire to be ignited more quickly and can limit some of the initial soot buildup on the catalyst's surface. This is a common feature in both new and old stoves and it helps to increase the efficiency of heating wood stoves.
Convection Chambers
Whether you live in a rustic wooded cabin or a modern tiny house, there's nothing that is more compatible with the outdoors than a wood stove. These heating devices aren't just a great way to bring warmth and ambiance into your home, but also a sustainable alternative to fossil-fuels. Here's how they work.
Modern wood stoves are extremely energy efficient due to technological advancement. They come with a skin that creates air pockets directly around the main compartment, or "firebox." Cool air from the surrounding area is attracted into these pockets, then released out of the top of your stove when warm, heating the surrounding room more quickly and efficiently.
A lot of modern wood stoves make use of sheet iron. The material is malleable and heats and cools faster than cast iron. This allows the development of more durable, sleek and visually appealing stove that's ideal for modern homes. Sheet iron is also more environment friendly than casting iron, because it emits fewer harmful emissions.
If you're considering buying a new wood stove, make sure that it's catalytic as well as EPA-certified. This kind of stove burns more evenly and creates less pollutants than non-catalytic stoves. You'll also go through less wood since the fire burns for longer.
While a wood stove should not be your primary or sole source of heat, it can be an excellent backup option to a modern central heating system in the event of an emergency. To avoid getting too much heat built in your home, consider having a blower installed with your modern wood stove to help spread the heat evenly throughout your home.
Fireboxes
The firebox on a wood stove is where magic occurs. wood burning fireplace is the place where you burn wood and build an open flame to generate heat. This is also where your stove spends the majority of its time when you make use of it. These fireboxes can be made out of stainless steel or cast iron. Modern stoves often have a secondary skin which creates pockets of heated air that are placed directly around the fire. This lets the heated air heat surrounding areas faster and more efficiently than any other type of fireplace or wood-burning heating device.
Modern wood stoves aren't just for rustic cabins in the mountains anymore, they are now a part of many homes. A wood stove is a beautiful accent piece that is sure to make any room feel warm and warm. It is important to keep in mind, however, that wood stoves should not be used as a primary or sole source of heat. If you are looking to add a wood burning stove to your home, be sure to consider the size of your house and whether or not you have an existing heating system in place.
Stoves come in a wide range of styles and sizes, making it easy to find the best suitable one for your space. There are smaller stoves that are perfect for small houses, and ADUs from DEN Outdoors, or smaller rooms in larger homes, as well as larger stoves that make a good choice for a large cottage or cabin.
A lot of modern wood stoves are designed to be energy efficient and come with an Ecodesign rating, which aids in reducing a range of air pollutants, such as Particulate Matter (PM), Organic Gaseous Compounds (OGC) and Carbon Monoxide (CO). Certain wood stoves have an optional air wash system to clean the air inside your stove.
Materials
Wood stoves are the center of many homes. They look right at home in a Scandinavian style cabin or Midcentury Malibu beach home. These wood burning stoves are more modern than the traditional stoves of the potbelly type that dominated the home hearth. They are designed to warm small and medium-sized rooms. They can be set up with a variety of accessories to add warmth.
Wood-burning stoves are more affordable than gas and coal and can save you money in the winter. They're also environmentally friendly. They can be expensive to install, and require regular maintenance.
You can select a modern wood stove that is accreditable to your environmental preferences. For instance, the Short Penguin Eco from Chilli Penguin Stoves has a secondary heat-retaining glazing for energy efficiency and achieves more than 80% efficiency with its dual combustion and air flow.
Stovax's non-catalytic stoves can be a great option to reduce carbon emissions more. It is EPA certified and doesn't emit any harmful chemicals into the atmosphere.
Most modern stoves have an enclosed firebox that is lined with baffles or firebricks. These aid in regulating the temperature inside the stove, reducing the amount of smoke and particulates produced. This helps to prevent creosote from accumulating in your chimney, and reduces pollution in the air around your home. A catalytic wood stove operates in the same way as a non-catalytic stove, but is more efficient in igniting unburnt gases and bringing them back into the fire to re-combust.
Styles
A modern wood stove is a timeless piece of furniture. It's a practical appliance to keep you warm during the winter months, and it's a stunning design element for your living space.
Modern wood stoves can be stunning and efficient. They use a catalytic and non-catalytic combustion process that is a form of heating that speeds the burning of wood. When the air in your fireplace warms up, it evaporates the water molecules contained in the wood that help ignite the flames. Then, it reaches temperatures of around 600 degrees Fahrenheit where it begins to burn away the carbon and tar that's contained in the wood. This decreases the amount of harmful gases released into the atmosphere, making wood stoves eco-friendly.
The Rais Viva L 120 is an outstanding example of this and is a great choice for those looking to maximize efficiency while still keeping their home warm. This stove has an electrocatalytic system as well as a secondary heat-retaining glass that provides it with an energy efficiency rating over 80%. It comes with a limited warranty for life, meaning you can use it for many years.
Browse our JC Bordelet modern wood stoves catalog if you're a fan of the Scandinavian concept "hygge". We offer a wide range of sizes, styles, and designs that will fit into any style of interior. Whether you need an energy efficient level two Ecodesign wood burner to keep your fire burning or an impressive level five stove to impress your guests, we have something to suit every taste and budget.