Fuel & Firewood

This category covers buying, sourcing, storing, and using firewood and solid fuels like smokeless coal and briquettes in wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves. Learn about the best woods for heat, where to source seasoned logs, how to stack and season your own firewood, and the top fuels to use in multi-fuel stoves.

  1. Quality Kiln-Dried Firewood is Now Available at Direct Stoves

    Quality Kiln-Dried Firewood is Now Available at Direct Stoves
    As a wood-burning stove owner, you understand the importance of high-quality, dry firewood for optimal performance and safety. We're thrilled to introduce Certainly Wood, the UK's leading producer of kiln-dried firewood and firelighters. Their firewood products, known for their exceptional quality and performance, are now available from Direct Stoves. Who is Certainly Wood? Based in […]
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  2. What Wood Should You Burn Outdoors?

    What Wood Should You Burn Outdoors?
    Nothing beats a cosy firepit in your back garden in the summer. The crackling flames, the woody aroma – it’s an experience that brings people together and creates lasting memories. However, not all firewood is made equal when having a pleasant and safe outdoor fire. Certain types of wood burn better and cleaner than others. […]
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  3. Can I Burn Coal in My Multi-Fuel Stove?

    Can I Burn Coal in My Multi-Fuel Stove?
    If you have a multi-fuel stove at home, you may wonder if you can burn coal. Coal has traditionally been a popular fuel choice for stoves and open fires in the UK. However, due to air pollution and health concerns, regulations on selling traditional house coal have recently changed. So, what types of coal are […]
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  4. What’s the Easiest Way to Split Logs?

    What’s the Easiest Way to Split Logs?
    Every homeowner with a wood-burning stove knows the cosy warmth it provides on a chilly evening. However, buying pre-split wood can sometimes pinch the purse. So, how can you save money and ensure a consistent supply of firewood? By finding the right log splitter and doing it yourself, of course! So, let’s explore some of […]
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  5. What Not to Burn in Your Wood-Burner 

    What Not to Burn in Your Wood-Burner 
    Have you decided to jump on the latest trend of warming your home with a wood burner? While a wood-burning stove is an ideal way to heat your home for less amidst an energy price crisis, it's essential to be aware of the fuel you are using. Are you wondering what to burn and what […]
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  6. How to Create the Perfect Log Shed or Log Store for Your Home

    How to Create the Perfect Log Shed or Log Store for Your Home
    Now that you have chosen and installed your wood-burning stove, it's time to create a dedicated space to store your wood reserves. If you have been considering creating your own log store or buying a pre-made log shed, then you've come to the right place as we share all there is to know about creating […]
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  7. Storing Firewood Near Your Stove: How to Make Sure It's Safe

    Storing Firewood Near Your Stove: How to Make Sure It's Safe
    Nothing is cosier than relaxing around a warm, glowing fire with your family on a chilly winter night. A wood-burning stove is an excellent choice for heating your home without increasing energy bills. And a wood-burning stove can be a great way to raise the sale value of your home. You should take some preventative […]
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  8. What Alternatives to Firewood Are There?

    What Alternatives to Firewood Are There?
    If you own a multi fuel stove, then you aren’t restricted to burning firewood alone. In fact, there are more solid fuel alternatives to firewood than many people realise! Keep reading and the Direct Stoves team will tell you what they are… Can your stove burn solid fuels?  Before we continue, there’s an important point […]
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  9. Can You Use Softwood in a Log Burner?

    Can You Use Softwood in a Log Burner?
    Buying wood for your log-burning stove can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield. With several options to choose from at different price points, choosing the right wood isn’t just about figuring out which burns best, but also determining the most economical choice for your home. Is softwood in a log burner a cheaper option? Keep […]
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  10. Why Burn Kiln Dried Firewood?

    Why Burn Kiln Dried Firewood?
    Picture the scene: you've just purchased a brand-new log burner, or perhaps you've just constructed a stone and masonry BBQ or Pizza Oven, and you're all ready to cook up some gorgeous grub. You're perhaps thinking to yourself, "Can I burn any wood?" Well, here is the answer... There are some very important reasons to […]
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