It’s national Fire Prevention Week, prime time to plan to get the chimney inspected and cleaned if necessary. As temperatures drop, area residents will be thinking about lighting fireplaces and ...

Reader Question: Are fireplace inserts the same as freestanding wood-burning stoves for regulatory purposes ... the diameters ...

The log burners are becoming an increasingly popular choice as an alternative to central heating, but there are some rules ...

Wood burning stoves are an increasingly popular choice for heating the home as the weather turns colder - but there are key ...

Regulations on wood burning stoves have tightened in recent years - here's what you need to know about Smoke Control Areas ...

According to gov.uk, numerous parts of the UK fall under smoke control areas and means that releasing smoke from a chimney is ...

Failing to clean your chimney regularly can lead to a range of issues, from poor efficiency to dangerous fires. So, how ...

The Scottish government has temporarily dropped restrictions on the installation of wood burning stoves in newbuild homes or conversions. The Scottish Conservatives, who campaigned against the ...

SNP ministers have confirmed a “long overdue climbdown” by scrapping plans to ban the installation of wood burning stoves after a backlash from rural communities. Climate action minister ...

The Scottish Government has U-turned on its plans to ban wood-burning and peat stoves in new build homes. The regulations restricting the use of polluting heating systems came into force in April and ...

Ease of Cleaning Stoves with removable parts and spill-proof designs are easier to clean. Safety Features Consider models with flame failure protection and sturdy knobs. In the end, the choice of ...

Households across the UK are being warned they face fines of £300 this month onwards if they use their chimney ... that only some people with a wood-burning stove or open fire will pay a fine ...