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Installation
Get expert guidance on properly installing your new stove. Our installation advice articles walk you through every step of the process in detail, from structural considerations and clearances to chimney requirements and ducting.
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Can You Fit a Log Burner in an Airtight House?
From PassivHaus to AECB Carbonlite, more and more people are making their homes ‘airtight’. Not only does making your home airtight make it incredibly energy efficient, but it can drastically increase the value of your property. But, what if you want to include a traditional log burner in your airtight house? Is it possible? Keep […] -
How to Install a Fireplace Chamber
What can you do if you’re installing a stove into a brand new, but rather plain looking fireplace? Or if you’re installing a stove into a tired, old looking fireplace? You can use a fireplace chamber, that’s what. If you want to create the perfect fireplace setting for your stove, then read our guide to […] -
What Are the Best Low-Carbon Heating Solutions for New-Build Homes?
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 […] -
A Guide to Wood Burning Stove Heat Shields
If you’re looking to install a wood burning stove in your home, then you may have heard that you also need to install a heat shield. But do you actually need one? And, if so, what types of heat shield are available? Keep reading and Direct Stoves will provide you with the answers to these […] -
Complete the look: Stove Chambers, Hearths and Beams
Treating yourself to a brand-new stove is something that on its own delivers tremendous heat, comfort and a fantastic focal point for family and friends to settle around. So, what could top that? Well, adding to the aesthetics of where your stove is situated is perhaps the best way to top things off. You can […] -
Can You Use a Wood Burning Stove with a Heat Pump?
With all of the talk of gas boiler bans, higher energy bills and more, many people are now looking for alternative ways to heat their homes. An emerging trend involves using both a heat pump and a wood burner to keep your home warm. But how does this work? What does it involve? Can you […] -
What Chimney Cowls Are Best for Stoves?
Many people spend hours selecting the right wood burning stove for their home - and quite rightly! It’s a big investment. But what many people fail to think about when picking a stove, is their chimney. The chimney, and chimney cowl, play an important part in the proper functioning of your stove. It’s important they […] -
Register Plate or Closure Plate: What's the Difference?
When you’re installing a stove in your home, there are many different parts and fixtures that you may need to buy. One of these may be a register plate or closure plate. But, what are they? What do they do? And, what’s the difference between them? If those are questions you’re asking yourself, then read […] -
What Parts and Accessories Do I Need to Fit a Stove?
Are you thinking about buying a stove? Great! But you need to buy more than the stove itself if you want to ensure it’s installed in your home safely. Keep reading to find out what parts and accessories you need to fit a stove in your home. Use a qualified installer Before we delve into […] -
Can You Convert a Gas Fireplace to a Wood Burning Stove?
There’s something about wood burning stoves that can’t be replicated by any other type of heat source. The crackle of the wood, the lick of the flames. A wood burning stove offers a visceral experience. Well, if you’ve got a gas fireplace and would like to experience the benefits of a wood burning stove instead, […]