https://www.fireplacesandstove.com/categories/wood-burning-stoves The Benefits of Wood Stoves A wood-burning stove can create a warm and inviting ambience in any room. There is no longer a need for standard smoke billowing fireplaces though, with new regulations in place. The latest DEFRA Smoke Exempt Appliances have lower emissions and permit the burning of logs in any UK smoke-control area. They are still responsible for high levels of PM2.5. Cleaner Burning Open fires and wood burning stoves emit large amounts of fine particles, especially if they are not maintained in a proper manner. According to a recent study by the European Environmental Bureau a single household wood stove can produce as much particulates in an hour as six diesel vehicles. These emissions are a leading cause of air pollution, and they cause poor health for people living close to roads where pollution levels are often higher. These emissions also have an impact on the climate since pollutants can cross borders and impact the entire world. The good news is wood burners are now cleaner than they were in the past and this is due to technological advances. In addition to banning the sale of traditional house coal and limiting the sale of wet wood, which is typically located on garage forecourts the government will make sure that the stoves that are sold will comply with EU eco-design guidelines. The new wood burners utilize a more efficient method of burning, which cuts emissions significantly. Modern log burners are equipped with an airwash system, which acts as a second line of defense against stained glass. This works by drawing in a flow of air around the stove glass, which keeps it in good condition, even if the fire is still burning. Older wood stoves don't have this feature, which is the reason older models are more likely to have sooty glass. The majority of modern stoves have this feature. A regular cleaning schedule will keep your stove looking new. Make sure your stove is cool and avo