Direct Stoves

Just like pretty much anyone, here at Direct Stoves we love a new toy to unbox and play with. So, it goes without saying we were extremely excited when the good people at Fandango Firetools dropped off not one, but TWO very special gifts for us to open up and test out. So, what did […]

Thanks to their ease of use, incredible efficiency and the fact they require very little maintenance and operation, pellet stoves are becoming a popular choice for home heating. But, how do they work? Keep reading and the Direct Stoves team will tell you everything you need to know… What are the main parts of a […]

Are you sick and tired of rising gas bills? Are you looking for an alternative, eco-friendly way to heat your home? Then a back boiler stove could be the answer. Keep reading and Direct Stoves will tell you everything you need to know about back boiler stoves and how they can heat your home. What […]

From PassivHaus to AECB Carbonlite, more and more people are making their homes ‘airtight’. Not only does making your home airtight make it incredibly energy efficient, but it can drastically increase the value of your property. But, what if you want to include a traditional log burner in your airtight house? Is it possible? Keep […]

For a long time, pellet stoves have been a popular form of home heating in Europe. Now they’re starting to catch on in the UK. If you’re interested in buying a pellet stove and would like to find out more, read Direct Stoves’ pellet stove buying guide now! What is a pellet stove? If you’re […]

What can you do if you’re installing a stove into a brand new, but rather plain looking fireplace? Or if you’re installing a stove into a tired, old looking fireplace? You can use a fireplace chamber, that’s what. If you want to create the perfect fireplace setting for your stove, then read our guide to […]

Across the UK, wood burning stoves continue to be a popular heating choice, not only for their cosy quality but also for improving mental wellbeing.   In the media, wood burners are often wrongly perceived as bad for the environment, which can cause confusion for customers. Last month, new stove legislation was introduced, so we’ve partnered […]

Can’t you just burn any old wood in your log burner? We’d strongly advise against it. For a whole host of reasons that we’ll explain shortly, it’s really important that you buy the correct firewood for your log burner. Keep reading and we’ll tell you everything you need to know about buying the right firewood […]

For a number of years, Tiger, Firefox, Helios and the signature “Classic” model have been legendary names in the stove world, and the popular Gallery Collection Wood Burners have given heat and light to homes for generations. However, these iconic models have been replaced by a new wave of eco friendly upgrades that adhere to […]

If you live in a new-build home, the chances are that you have a gas-fired central heating system. But, if you’re worried about the environment, what other options have you got for keeping your home warm throughout the colder months of the year? Keep reading to find out about the low-carbon heating solution that's best […]