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Stay current on the latest trends, innovations, regulations, and developments in stove manufacturing. Our stove industry news articles keep you informed about new product releases, company mergers, and technology breakthroughs that impact the future of heating.

  1. Woodford Carrington 5 Scoops Prestigious Ideal Home Award

    Woodford Carrington 5 Scoops Prestigious Ideal Home Award
    We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from Direct Stoves! The brilliant Woodford Carrington 5 Wood Burning and Multifuel Ecodesign Stove has been honoured with the ‘Best Fire’ award at the highly respected Ideal Home Living Room Awards! This is a significant achievement and truly highlights the Carrington 5’s exceptional blend of design, performance, and […]
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  2. Wood Burning Stoves Get the Green Light for New Builds

    Wood Burning Stoves Get the Green Light for New Builds
    We have fantastic news for all wood-burning stove enthusiasts! In a welcome move, the UK government has confirmed its support for wood-burning stoves, permitting them as secondary heating sources in all new-build homes across England. This validation of your heating choice is a significant win for sustainable heating options and consumer empowerment.  The decision, announced […]
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  3. Stove Industry Action Leads to Huge Emissions Decline

    Stove Industry Action Leads to Huge Emissions Decline
    The latest report on air pollution in the UK has revealed a substantial decline in particulate emissions from domestic combustion over the past few years. The data published by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) shows a significant reduction in emissions of PM2.5 and PM10 from household biomass and solid fuel combustion […]
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  4. Introducing Ekol’s PumpkinPie Range

    Introducing Ekol’s PumpkinPie Range
    Tiny home dwellers, the stove you’ve been waiting for is finally here! Ekol is proud to announce the hot-off-the-press PumpkinPie stove range, specially designed to pack superior heating in a petite package.  Your small space is about to get a whole lot toastier with these powerful and stylish stoves custom-built for limited square footage.  Say […]
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  5. Scotland Lifts Wood-Burning Stove Ban

    Scotland Lifts Wood-Burning Stove Ban
    In an exciting reversal, the Scottish government has temporarily lifted the recently imposed ban on installing wood-burning stoves in new homes. This move comes after considerable backlash from rural communities concerned about losing access to this traditional and sustainable heating source. While the U-turn is temporary, it signals a significant victory for wood burner advocates […]
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  6. 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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  7. UK Stove Emissions Dropped in 2022 Despite Record Sales

    UK Stove Emissions Dropped in 2022 Despite Record Sales
    The latest government pollution data – including stove emissions stats – should reassure potential UK stove buyers that today’s models are way cleaner than old ones, especially if you use them correctly. Many British households now want wood-burning stoves to avoid flaky energy grids or increasing fossil fuel prices. But some worry that more stoves […]
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  8. Woodford Didsbury 5 Wins Best Fire at Ideal Home Living Room Awards

    Woodford Didsbury 5 Wins Best Fire at Ideal Home Living Room Awards
    We are thrilled to announce that our Didsbury 5 wood-burning stove has been awarded the ‘Best Fire’ title at this year’s Ideal Home Living Room Awards. This recognition from one of the most respected authorities in the home industry showcases our commitment to creating exceptional products for homeowners everywhere. Behind the success The Ideal Home […]
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  9. Will I Be Fined £300 for Using My Wood Burner?

    Will I Be Fined £300 for Using My Wood Burner?
    If you’ve been reading the news recently, you might have seen some concerning headlines about the latest emissions regulations. Chances are, you have many questions. Can you be fined £300 for using a wood burner? Can you get a criminal record for heating your home with a stove? What are these new regulations, exactly? Should […]
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  10. SIA Response to CMO Report 2022 Focuses on Reducing Pollution

    SIA Response to CMO Report 2022 Focuses on Reducing Pollution
    Pollution and air quality were among the main topics in the Chief Medical Officer’s Annual Report 2022. The report, by Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty, stated that all forms of domestic heating caused some pollution, including wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves. The Stove Industry Alliance (SIA) contributed to the report, providing recommendations and suggestions to […]
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