Direct Stoves

  1. A Guide to Wood Burning Stove Heat Shields

    A Guide to Wood Burning Stove Heat Shields
    If you’re looking to install a wood burning stove in your home, then you may have heard that you also need to install a heat shield. But do you actually need one? And, if so, what types of heat shield are available? Keep reading and Direct Stoves will provide you with the answers to these […]
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  2. Seasons Grillings! Direct Stoves' Christmas gift ideas for the person who has everything...

    Seasons Grillings! Direct Stoves' Christmas gift ideas for the person who has everything...
    As well we all know, it’s well and truly the season for giving. There’s always that someone though, who is just impossible to shop for. So, what do you get for the person who has everything? We’ll give you a clue; it’s not another pair of socks. More importantly, what does someone get who wants to […]
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  3. Complete the look: Stove Chambers, Hearths and Beams

    Complete the look: Stove Chambers, Hearths and Beams
    Treating yourself to a brand-new stove is something that on its own delivers tremendous heat, comfort and a fantastic focal point for family and friends to settle around. So, what could top that? Well, adding to the aesthetics of where your stove is situated is perhaps the best way to top things off. You can […]
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  4. New to Direct Stoves: Pellet Stoves

    New to Direct Stoves: Pellet Stoves
    Pellet Stoves are the latest category to land in the Direct Stoves catalogue. But, what is a Pellet Stove? What Are the Benefits of a Pellet Stove? And which brands manufacture Pellet Stoves? All of this and more will be revealed in this blog post… How Do Pellet Stoves work? Simply put, wood pellet stoves burn […]
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  5. Brand Spotlight: AGA Stoves

    Brand Spotlight: AGA Stoves
    Mention the word AGA to most people, and they’ll instantly know that you’re talking about traditional range cookers, stoves and fireplaces. It’s a brand name which has become synonymous with traditional cooking and heating and has found its way into popular songs, novels and TV programmes. But, if you’d like a deeper understanding of this […]
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  6. Can You Use a Wood Burning Stove with a Heat Pump?

    Can You Use a Wood Burning Stove with a Heat Pump?
    With all of the talk of gas boiler bans, higher energy bills and more, many people are now looking for alternative ways to heat their homes. An emerging trend involves using both a heat pump and a wood burner to keep your home warm. But how does this work? What does it involve? Can you […]
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  7. The Best Electric Stove Fires for Winter

    The Best Electric Stove Fires for Winter
    Do you want a traditional wood burner in your home, but with none of the hassle of lighting it, cleaning it and having your chimney swept? Then why not consider an electric stove? You get all the aesthetic beauty of a wood burner, but with none of the messy bits! If that sounds like the […]
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  8. What Are the Benefits of Inset Stoves?

    What Are the Benefits of Inset Stoves?
    One of the most common decisions facing prospective stove buyers is whether they should buy a freestanding stove, or an inset stove. Both types of stove have their defenders and detractors; so it can be difficult to decide which is right for you. So, in this article, we’ll take you through the benefits of inset […]
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  9. What Chimney Cowls Are Best for Stoves?

    What Chimney Cowls Are Best for Stoves?
    Many people spend hours selecting the right wood burning stove for their home – and quite rightly! It’s a big investment. But what many people fail to think about when picking a stove, is their chimney. The chimney, and chimney cowl, play an important part in the proper functioning of your stove. It’s important they […]
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  10. Register Plate or Closure Plate: What's the Difference?

    Register Plate or Closure Plate: What's the Difference?
    When you’re installing a stove in your home, there are many different parts and fixtures that you may need to buy. One of these may be a register plate or closure plate. But, what are they? What do they do? And, what’s the difference between them? If those are questions you’re asking yourself, then read […]
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