Problems with downdraught? Time to consider a stove

YOU won’t need reminding if you have an open fire that downdraught is a total nuisance. Not only does it seriously reduce heat, it also wastes the hard earned money that you spend on fuel. You want more for your buck with solid fuel. An open chimney even generates an unpleasant breeze around the house in late spring when there is no fire lighting yet it can still feel chilly and uncomfortable.

Open fires are attractive and provide a pleasant atmosphere which is why people are slow to replace them. But being practical about your heating costs is more advisable when thinking long-term. Stoves are the way forward as they help minimise down-draught and create more heat due to their cast iron build.

Stove designs have come on leaps and bounds in recent years with tailor made designs to suit all homes. They’re basically an inner chamber of heat that holds its temperature for longer and heat retention is the name of the game. And don’t worry about losing the aesthetic appeal of an open fire as stoves come in modern and traditional styles that add extra charm to your surrounds.

Stoves are now dual-purpose meaning they burn wood and coal. They also allow you to slow burn fuel for longer which is very economical, especially for smouldering smaller fires overnight. They can be connected to back boiler and will supply a steady flow of hot water which is double the result for your money. If pesky down-draughts are a problem then you are, quite literally, burning money. It’s time to consider the benefits of a stove.