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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

For a number of years, Tiger, Firefox, Helios and the signature "Classic" model have been legendary names in the stove world, and the popular Gallery Collection Wood Burners have given heat and light to homes for generations. However, these iconic models have been replaced by a new wave of eco friendly upgrades that adhere to […]

If you live in a new-build home, the chances are that you have a gas-fired central heating system. But, if you’re worried about the environment, what other options have you got for keeping your home warm throughout the colder months of the year? Keep reading to find out about the low-carbon heating solution that's best […]

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 […]

There is positive news concerning the future of fireplaces and stoves, especially their impact on the environment. The unveiling of clearSkies", an 'objective and independent emissions and energy performance certification for solid fuel stoves and fireplaces', is set to be a real game changer. Initiated by the Stove Industry Alliance, the clearSkies mark is the […]