Wood burning stove expert, Phil Wood, shares what homeowners should look out for if considering upgrading a fireplace or adding a freestanding stove for an efficient heating solution this autumn-winter Energy costs remain a concern for many households as the colder months set in. Gas and electricity prices are still high, and to avoid exorbitant heating bills, many homeowners are considering alternative options to keep warm this winter. ...
Angus Council leaders in north east Scotland have said they are banning solid fuel appliances and open fires in their own properties, such as social housing. Angus Council, which covers a large area of rural Scotland north of Dundee, has approved a new policy regarding the installation and use of wood burners, stoves, open fires, and other open-flued appliances within council-owned properties and tenancies. Under the new policy:•...
The Stove Industry Association (SIA) has announced a restructure of its operations team, strengthening its leadership structure as the Association moves into its next phase of growth and development. From the 1st September 2025, the following appointments took effect: Erica Malkin moves into the role of Executive Director, having previously served as Communications Manager and Treasurer. In her new position, Erica will lead on strategic direction, governance, financial...
Europe’s leading wood burning stove manufacturer, Contura, launches a new stove collection this autumn: Contura 900 Style series is the ‘big brother’ to the brand’s most popular and award-winning stove series, 800 Style. Contura 900 Style builds upon the much-appreciated design and technology of Contura 800 Style, adding a larger format, new features, and more generous glass panels. Offering greater flame visibility, the glass door and side panels...
Poujoulat, a leading name in chimney and flue systems, has unveiled its latest innovation: SLIMFLEX‑ISO, a state-of-the-art insulated flexible liner that sets a new standard in chimney renovation. Unveiled at the BEPOSITIVE trade show earlier this year, SLIMFLEX‑ISO is a first-of-its-kind, ultra-slim solution featuring a high-quality stainless steel liner at its core, surrounded by a 13 mm layer of mineral insulation and an outer sheath of robust glass...
A West Yorkshire chimney sweep has made the best find of his career so far. Gary Walker had to laugh when he pulled a historic bit of newspaper from the flue of a 1940s semi in Huddersfield. The ‘crispy’ but still readable page from the October 29, 1965 issue of The Daily Express featured an article speculating whether England could win the football World Cup on home soil...
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