Wood Burning Stoves Ideas
A wood stove adds warmth and natural beauty to your home. They can also help you save money and help reduce emissions.
With the proper surround and accessories a contemporary log burner can be a focal point that is distinctive. It can also blend in with your living space using a subtle color like black or yellow.
Traditional cream-coloured log burners
As the trend towards wood-burning continues to gain momentum, manufacturers are looking at new colors for their multifuel stoves. Cream is a popular choice that works well with neutral color schemes. It can be incorporated into smaller spaces to create a focal point. It is also a great match for darker interior walls, which help to brighten a room and is a good choice for homes that are adopting the eco-style or cottagecore trends.
Wood burners with large surrounds are designed to provide an innovative twist to the traditional fireplace. They provide a stylish option for open-plan living areas. You can create a focal point by adding the largest stove along with log storage to separate the living space. This will instantly grab the attention of those who see it. The Farringdon Log Burner from Arada Stoves is available with a striking Spice Finish that works well with dark blue living rooms and adds a fun element to the design.
To have a more sustainable, cleaner alternative, you can consider an Ecodesign-certified stove. These stoves are designed to meet the strict European standards for particulate matter as well as organic gaseous compounds, as well as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide. They achieve this by placing air over the firebox. This ignites gas and particles that are not burned. These would otherwise escape to the atmosphere. This increases the stove's efficiency and decreases emissions.
Apart from the environmental advantages, the environmental benefits are also a plus. An Ecodesign wood burner is a fantastic choice for homeowners in Smoke Control Areas because they're only able to burn fuel or wood that's been approved by the manufacturer. The Charlton and Jenrick Go Eco Wide Woodburner with an EPA level five certification from clearSkies is a high-performance stove that is not only DEFRA certified but also comes with various features, such as an airwashing system to keep the glass cleaner, a riddling multiple-fuel grate, and a five-year guarantee.
With the popularity of wood burners generally growing the need for a simple wood shelf above the unit can add a touch of elegance to the appearance and provide the ideal spot for decorative ornaments. The shelf above the Esse Cornish Stove is made out of oak and finished in a brushed grey to highlight its natural beauty. The shelf is enhanced by the wood effect tile with stripes above and the stacked logs laid neatly below.
Log burners with built-in log storage
If you're looking to store your firewood in a convenient and secure area near your stove and fireplace, then a log burner with built-in compartments to store logs is the perfect solution. These stoves come with elevated legs and wood storage compartments. They not only give a stylish and elegant look to the fireplace, but also offer an efficient way to store your firewood. Browse our range of log storage stoves to locate a model that best suits your home.
Stoves with a log storage function come in a variety of styles to fit any style. For instance, you could, choose a cream-coloured woodburner that has log storage, and pair it with a wooden fireplace as well as chairs in different colours and rugs to create a cosy and stylish interior. Both the Ekol Clarity high log store stove and the Saltfire Peanut 3 Tall are excellent options for this type of interior.
A freestanding log set can also be put in the chimney alcove in the breast. They can be purchased from a variety of shops and online, and come in a variety of finishes and materials. Some are equipped with lighting that creates a beautiful accent. Be sure to determine the safe distance from combustibles recommended by your stove manufacturer before converting an alcove into a log storage space.
Another option is to use a wall-mounted wood storage idea that resembles an art piece. They come in a variety of colors and designs and are perfect for adding a unique accent to your living space. They are also available in a selection of sizes and prices to fit every budget.
The presence of a wood burning stove in your home is an ideal method to keep cozy and warm during winter. No matter if you opt for a modern or traditional stove, it will instantly create a warm and welcoming space for friends and family to gather around. Wood-burning stoves aren't restricted to the living space. They can be installed in any room of the home such as the bedroom or the kitchen.
Colourful stoves
A wood burning stove isn't just a heating source - it sets the tone for your home, creating an area where friends and family gather to relax. Best wood burning stoves are available in different shades to complement or contrast with your interior design scheme.
Fireplaces with vibrant colors, painted or enamelled, are a fashion that is simple to incorporate in your home. These striking stoves can add personality and drama to your space by creating a focal point that draws eyes to the hearth. They're an excellent choice for contemporary interiors, but can also be used in rooms with more eclectic designs.
Consider a stove in neutral shades to get an elegant look. Shades like Graphite and Straw offer warm and earthy shades that fit a wide range of colour palettes. If you prefer a modern look, there are plenty of modern electric stoves on the market. They do not require chimneys, and are better suited for smaller or rental homes.
Alternatively, you can try a bolder approach with the use of a vibrant log burner. Choose a statement colour like blue, lilac or purple to instantly update your interiors. You can find a stove painted in bright colors like orange or yellow to make an attractive accent. Make sure you choose a heat-resistant paint if you plan to paint your stove - regular paint will not be able to stand up to the extreme temperatures of a stove.
The stoves that are colorful are an excellent choice for period homes, as they can transform the look of your fireplace. A traditional inglenook style stove with traditional doors can be transformed into a modern kitchen by adding an open front.
Electric woodburning stoves are another way to bring a modern aesthetic to your living space. They are not just easy to install, but they are also more affordable. They can still provide a warm and welcoming environment as a traditional fireplace. This white Dimplex Courcheval Electric Stove from Direct Stoves is a stunning and simple choice.
Double-sided log burners
Double-sided log stoves offer a myriad of design options. They are typically incorporated in a wall to provide two rooms, but can serve as a partition in open spaces and help separate zones and make the most of sunlight. The addition of a fireplace breast can improve the design of the stove, making it an attractive focal point.
Apart from providing the feeling of a larger space double-sided stoves also give great fire visuals thanks to their glass panels. They can be finished with stone or a stylish blue like the example above to complement a contemporary barn conversion, or you could opt for a more traditional cast iron model that fits a rustic style. Double-sided log stoves can be fashionable or traditional. A lot of models come with high efficiency ratings and impressive kW outputs.
If you're looking for a log burner that has the potential to be a standout piece of interior design, think about the possibility of a freestanding model. They're ideal for positioning in the middle of a vast living space or in the corner of an open room to add warmth and visual interest without taking up too much space on the floor. You can personalize them with windows or a canopy to get the desired look.
A cozy, wood-burning fireplace is an essential feature in any home and with the many options available, there's sure to be one that perfectly fits your style. Browse our full range of log burning stoves to find the perfect one for your home.
Ecodesign regulations made wood burning environmentally friendly. There are a variety of alternatives for those who want a DEFRA approved, energy efficient model. Our ME range is a good example, combining stylish looks with a high-powered heat output of up to 5kW and an airwash system that ensures the glass remains clear. It's also available in a widescreen version suitable for recesses with shallower walls and comes with the added bonus of having the Ecodesign level 2 certification.
If you're looking for something that's more eco-friendly than your typical wood burner, you can choose the popular go eco stove made by Stovax Gazco. This multi-fuel burner is DEFRA certified, comes with an emission rating of only 5g/hour and can be upgraded to Ecodesign compliant level five which is 15 percent more efficient than the standard level two stove.