Buying Guides
Make the right stove choice with confidence. This category brings together expert buying guides, real-world advice, and clear comparisons to help you understand what actually matters, from stove types and fuel options to sizing, performance, and emissions.
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How to Have A Gas Stove With a Balanced Flue
When it comes to having a wood burning stove without a chimney, you will probably need to carry out a certain level of work to have a twin wall flue fitted. While this is a great option for those who have their heart set on a solid fuel stove, for others, it might not be […] -
The Best Electric Stoves 2019/2020
If you don’t have a chimney, or simply aren’t keen on fitting a log burner or gas stove, an electric stove is a great option. There are plenty of benefits to electric stoves. While you might not get the advantages of real flames, many modern models have incredibly realistic effects that could convince you that […] -
The Best Charnwood Stoves
If you’re after a top-selling stove from a leading manufacturer, Charnwood Stoves is the perfect provider for your home. Charnwood has a rich heritage of more than 40 years, producing leading stoves, such as its famed C-Series, all of which are DEFRA approved, allowing for wood burning in smoke-controlled areas. The Isle of Wight-based family […] -
A Complete Guide to Flue Liners For Your Stove
A lot goes into installing a stove – once you have chosen your favourite style, you’ve then got to make sure you have all the parts in their right places! Flue liners for wood burners are one of the most important pieces of the puzzle. Something of the back bone of your stove, they are […] -
The Best Environmentally Friendly Eco Stoves
Recently, there have been a few questions around whether wood burners are bad for the environment or if stoves cause air pollution. Some people even began reporting that wood burning stoves are going to be banned! While burning wood does release carbon and smoke into the atmosphere, today’s eco stoves do a great job of […] -
New In: Stovax Sheraton 5 Stoves
If you are looking for a high quality stove for your home, you have probably come across Stovax stoves in your search. With just under 40 years of designing and manufacturing stoves in the UK, they are often the choice of those looking for style and reliable functionality. This month, we are happy to add […] -
The Best Contemporary Wood Burning Stoves
While wood burning stoves certainly have a traditional appeal, that doesn’t mean they are out of place in contemporary homes. On the contrary, the designs for many modern stoves are created with contemporary interiors in mind. With log burners more popular than ever, many of the latest home renovations feature a stove in prime position […] -
Buying Guide: What is a Multi Fuel Stove?
If you are considering buying a stove, you may have already been faced with the choice between a wood burning stove and a multi fuel stove. In this guide, we will help you understand the differences between the two and help you decide which one is best for your home… What is a Multifuel Stove? […] -
Should You Switch Your Open Fire to a Wood Burner?
A lot has been said in the past few years about the impact burning wood in our homes has on the environment. However, despite their name, wood burners aren’t necessarily the culprit. According to the Stove Industry Alliance, an open fireplace is the wrong way to burn wood. Not only does it release up to […] -
Coloured Wood Burning Stoves Buying Guide
Why do stoves have to be black? Well, they don’t! Coloured wood burning stoves can offer a great way to match your wood burner to your interiors. Whether you want a subtle hue or something to really catch the eye, you can find a coloured wood burner right here at Direct Stoves! Here are some […]



