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Here’s What’s Behind A Fireplace Surround

In Gas Fireplaces, Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Fireplaces by James O'KellyNovember 3, 2019Leave a Comment

Fireplace surrounds help to turn an open fireplace into more of a decorative feature of a home than simply a functional one. I recently removed the timber fireplace surround from …

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Does A Wood Burning Fireplace Need A Screen?

In Wood Burning Fireplaces by James O'KellyNovember 2, 2019Leave a Comment

Many fires in open fireplaces can be found guarded behind a screen, but does a wood burning fireplace need to have a screen? A screen is an important safety feature …

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Does A Wood Burning Fireplace Need Glass Doors?

In Wood Burning Fireplaces by James O'KellyOctober 31, 2019Leave a Comment

Many traditional wood burning fireplaces can be found with or without doors on the front of the fireplace opening. I have two open wood burning fireplaces in my home, and …

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Should Firewood Be Covered? (We Cover Ours)

In Firewood by James O'KellyOctober 29, 2019Leave a Comment

Leaving firewood to season and dry out helps to reduce the moisture content of the wood to acceptable levels before being burnt. Storing firewood either inside or outside for long …

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Can You Install A Wood Burning Stove In An Existing Fireplace?

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 27, 20191 Comment

Many wood burning stoves can be found installed inside existing open fireplaces. Wood stoves are a great alternative to using a traditional open fireplace in your home, as they are …

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Why Your New Wood Burning Stove Smells (Ours Did)

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 27, 2019Leave a Comment

It can be normal to experience unusual smells when using your new wood burning stove the first couple of times. New wood burning stoves will typically go through a period …

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What Is Over Firing A Wood Stove?

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 24, 2019Leave a Comment

Over firing a wood burning stove can cause long-term or permanent damage to the main components inside a stove. Manufacturers of wood burning stoves recommended to only have a certain …

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What Is A DEFRA Approved Wood Stove? (With Real Examples)

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 23, 20191 Comment

We have two DEFRA approved wood burning stoves in the family, both of which are classed as ‘exempt appliances’ for use in smoke control areas. Although these stoves aren’t currently …

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How Much Ash To Leave In A Wood Burning Stove (With Real Examples)

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 21, 20191 Comment

Many wood burning stove manufacturers recommend to leave a layer of ash at the bed of the stove to help improve the total heat output, and to aid in the …

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What Is Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Air On A Wood Stove?

In Indoor Fireplaces, Wood Burning Stoves by James O'KellyOctober 17, 20195 Comments

Primary, secondary and tertiary air is delivered into the firebox of wood burning stoves through strategically placed vents and passageways. Some of these vents can be manually controlled, while others …

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