by becky | Sep 23, 2019 | Blog
Here in Hampshire, the main hardwood species used for firewood are Ash, Beech, Silver Birch, Oak & Sycamore. Each species has its own individual merits. Ash is a good all round firewood and burns easily with little smoke. Contrary to popular belief, ‘green... 
by becky | Sep 3, 2019 | Blog
The most fundamental thing to get right is to make sure that you burn dry wood. Buy your wood from a good and reputable supplier, or dry it yourself over the summer months. As far as your stove is concerned, the most important thing is to never completely close the... 
by becky | Aug 21, 2019 | Blog
We suggest you should have your chimney or flue swept once a year if using wood, or twice a year if using coal. Coal produces a lot more soot than wood, hence the need to sweep twice during the burning season. Try to have your chimney swept at the end of the summer... 
by becky | Aug 8, 2019 | Blog
While chimney sweeping in andover today i was asked “what is the best fuel for my fire” it’s a commonly asked question so here are our thoughts. Wood is by far the most commonly used fuel in our experience, of which there are a few choices –... 
by becky | Jun 18, 2019 | Blog
Although our thoughts at this time of year are a long way from cold winter nights and roaring fires, it’s not a bad time to book in your annual chimney sweep and avoid the winter rush. We have been sweeping open fires and wood burners in Southampton and...