Read our introduction to wood stoves, their benefits, and what you can do. Maybe talk to other stove owners, (and see our resources – read books, attend courses) – get as much basic information as you can. Read more

How will you use it – do you want it to heat just one room, will you try and move heat around the house from that one room, or do you want it to heat the whole house, provide hot water – everything? Read more

We recommend biomass rather than fossil fuels, because it’s more-or-less carbon-neutral Read more

99% of problems with wood stoves are caused by the wood used, or by the chimney. Read more

Choose a stove Read more

Make sure your stove or flue isn’t next to combustible materials. If the stove backs on to a wooden wall, fit a heat shield to protect it. Read more