Most stoves we sell are multifuel, this means they can burn either wood or smokeless fuel. Woodburning only stoves will have a flat base and no grate. Multifuel stoves will have a grate and an ash pan underneath for easy removal of any ash. The air for burning wood is usually controlled at the top of the stove and smokeless coal towards the bottom.
Many manufacturers have gas stoves within their range, these can be connected to mains or LPG gas. As an added convenience they can have the option of a remote control.
We would always recommend Kiln dried logs approved under Woodsure's "Read to Burn" logs, these logs have been tested and passed to be able to burn straight away on your stove, without the need for seasoning or extra drying time. They have a low moisture content so will give you more heat. If you are seasoning your own logs a moisture meter is essential to test them.
For a multifuel stove you can also burn smokeless coal. You can find an approved list of fuels on the HETAS website. Petroleum coke is not classed as a smokeless coala nd must not be burnt on a stove.
It is not recommended to slumber a stove with smokeless coal as the chemicals cannot be burned off, this can lead to fogging of the door glass and corrosion of the metal flue liner.
The heating season usually runs from September to March and lead times can be anything up to 6-8 weeks from ordering, especially if the weather is cold. If you are remodelling the chimney breast and wanting to redecorate afterwards, over the Summer months is best, lead time on stoves are minimal and you can be ready for the Summer buy offers on logs and kindling.