Installation

Do you live in a smoke control area? If you do, you need to be aware of some regulations surrounding how you can burn wood in your stove. Smoke control areas are here to help us, though there are often some misconceptions around them. For example, some people aren’t sure whether they can burn wood […]

While many people choose a log burner to fulfil a dream of a cosy home, others are much more practical! One aspect that you might have considered in your purchase of a wood burning stove is – will it increase the the value of my home? The truth is, wood burners are a long-term home […]

Are you wondering whether to choose a gas or electric stove for your home? If so, considering which one will cost the most money to run will probably be a big factor in your decision. Home heating is a hot issue lately. The price of energy is ever increasing, which is perhaps why so many […]

Are you wondering whether to choose a gas or electric stove for your home? If so, considering which one will cost the most money to run will probably be a big factor in your decision. Home heating is a hot issue lately. The price of energy is ever increasing, which is perhaps why so many […]

For many of us, our stoves are the pride and joy of our living rooms. However, this isn’t the only place you can enjoy the benefits of a log burner…. We often get asked the question, ‘can I have a wood burning stove in my conservatory?’ The answer we give to this is a resounding, […]

I’ve ordered a new multi fuel or wood burning stove to keep the house toasty but my fitter says I need an air vent. So now I want to know: What’s the point of spending all that money on a stove if I’ve got to make a great big hole in the wall? Won’t an […]

Here at Direct Stoves, we are keen to spread the word that wood burners aren’t just for living rooms. In fact, there is a whole world out there of stoves being used in cabins, lodges and even yurts – all designed to create the ultimate ‘glamping’ experience! Whether you have a shed you like to […]

Here at Direct Stoves, we are keen to spread the word that wood burners aren’t just for living rooms. In fact, there is a whole world out there of stoves being used in cabins, lodges and even yurts – all designed to create the ultimate ‘glamping’ experience! Whether you have a shed you like to […]

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 […]

So you’ve been enjoying your stove for some time now, but you start to notice something odd. Staining and damp patches have started to appear on your chimney breast - never a good sign! We all know that papering over the cracks is not a good solution to a problem. If you notice damp on […]