Bring high-tech heating into the home with the iLektro electric fire range from Eurostove
The Eurostove iLektro 950 Aspect fire Efficient, clean, simple and easy to install, electric fires are perfect for every home. Whether it’s a modern new-build without a flue, a studio apartment with limited space, a purpose-built flat with clean lines and a contemporary look or even a rural cottage that needs something quick and easy to heat up a living area, dining room or open-plan space, electric fires offer the perfect blend of sleek design and state-of-the-art technology. Eurostove’s new and updated iLektro collection is ideal for homes with good insulation, where heating is required but also where a focal point feature fire is desired to give a room instant wow factor and a cosy, welcoming feel at the touch of a button. The new iLektro range is available in four sizes, the 950 aspect and three landscape models: 1250, 1650 and 2000 – with something to suit every space. Highly efficient with high heat output, clean energy and easy installation, it’s the perfect choice for anyone wishing to get ahead and install a new fire ready for the autumn/winter to come. The Eurostove iLektro 1250 Landscape fire The iLektro range by Paul Agnew Designs is created for modern lifestyles with Wi-Fi capability, allowing users to operate their fire from a smartphone or tablet, both iPhone and Android. This allows homeowners to turn their fire on before they get home and turn it off via their device if they forget before they go out. It also comes with a remote handset, an LED indicator inside the stove as well as six frame colour options and a new two-level crackle sound for the authentic sound of a crackling fire. Users can also adjust the flame brightness and flame speed and choose from 10 fuel bed colours and 10 top light colours too. There is even a backlight option for external shelving as well as rotating options for the fuel bed to suit any space and desired effect. The Eurostove iLektro 1650 Landscape fire The iLektro collection of electric fires from Eurostove also comes with a realistic chamber bed that can be fitted with Gas Quality Ceramic Logs, Vermiculite, Coal Pieces, Black or Amber Crystals to create the desired look and feel. A-rated for energy efficiency, each of the fires provides even heat distribution as well as the perfect ambience that can be app controlled both in temperature and visual effect from a smartphone or tablet. There’s no need for a flue, which makes installation quick, clean and easy in any room. Perfect for media walls, homeowners can also match LED lighting around the TV or behind a bookcase to the colour of the fire for a complementary or contrasting finish. All models are available as standard with the option to be single, double or triple-sided with full-screen display, energy-saving LED Multi Flame technology and the use of the flame effect with or without heat. There is the option of front, left-hand, right-hand and bay orientated options with clear-vision, low reflection front glass and a unique side glass reflection. There’s also a seven-day programmable timer with room thermostat, making the iLektro collection the ultimate in flexible, versatile heating to suit all spaces and all tastes. The Eurostove iLektro 2000 Landscape fire “We are delighted to be adding these four new and improved models to our iLektro collection,” says Chris Baines, Managing Director of Eurostove, “With so many options for the layout, flame colour, flame speed and brightness as well as crackle sound effects and various heat settings, it really is an electric fire design that suits everyone. Energy and heat efficient, it’s also a really clean, quick and easy way to install a new fire, creating a wonderful focal point in any room.” The iLektro 950 Aspect fire from Eurostove is priced from £1,650; the 1250 Landscape is priced from £1,695; the 1650 Landscape, from £2,075 and the 2000 Landscape, £2,425.
La Hacienda’s Easy Log promotion set to see sales light up
To support retailers with driving sales of firebaskets, chimeneas and firepits this summer, La Hacienda – part of the AMES Companies – has launched a special Easy Log sales promotion. Taking place between 1st July 1st and 31st Aug, consumers need only spend £25 on qualifying La Hacienda products to receive a free pack of Easy Logs worth RRP £34.99. Supported by instore signage at the point of sale to drive interest and convert more sales instore, all consumers have to do is visit www.lahacienda.co.uk/special-offer/ to redeem their free pack. A photo of the receipt noting the qualifying sale will be required*. Nick Jones, Commercial Director at the AMES Companies, said: “Summer means longer nights and more reasons to stay out after dark. Consumers often turn to firepits, chimeneas and firebowls to take the edge of those chillier Great British evenings. Recognising this and wanting to support our retailers, we have launched our Easy Log sales promotion to entice even more customers. A low minimum qualifying spend has been identified to make this promotion accessible to the masses, and I’m sure we will see many convert from browsing to buying.” Image courtesy of La Hacienda
Mendip Stoves launch brand new UK factory with British-made Woodland stove
The Mendip Stoves Woodland dual control woodburning stove Mendip Stoves, manufacturer of modern woodburning and multifuel stoves, is proud to announce the opening of its brand-new factory in Somerset. It’s here in the West Country that Mendip is now manufacturing its Woodland dual control Ecodesign 5kW woodburning stove, the first stove the company has manufactured itself, bringing the very best of British design and manufacture here to the UK. As well as offering homeowners the ultimate freestanding stove for rural and city living alike, the new Somerset factory also delivers in terms of in-house quality control and supporting our UK industry with new jobs and opportunities as well as the use of British steel in its design. The Woodland woodburning stove from Mendip is a popular design, winning the accolade for the Best 5kW Stove at both the Hearth & Home and Build It awards back in 2016. It burns wood cleanly and efficiently with an A+ rating for energy and is Ecodesign and smoke control compliant. This means it’s designed in line with the European-wide legislation for environmentally-friendly stoves that came into effect in 2022. It’s also authorised for installation within a smoke control area, making this a truly flexible and versatile stove solution. This freestanding modern stove is hugely popular for its looks, high heat output and design options and now it’s made from British steel in Mendip’s new Somerset factory, too. The Woodland features an easy-to-use dual control air adjustment system for optimum combustion and control and has a generously sized fire box for standard logs. The preheated air wash system meanwhile ensures the glass door remains clean on the inside for a perfect view of the glowing flames within. This multifuel stove can be used with dry logs and registered smokeless fuels (one fuel at a time) and has a low 100mm distance to combustibles at the rear and 250mm to the side (or 100mm on the convection model), so it can slot easily into an existing hearth or alcove to keep living spaces cosy. “We are absolutely thrilled that Mendip Stoves now has a UK factory where we can manufacture here in Somerset,” says Chris Baines, Managing Director of Eurostove. “It’s wonderful to be able to support our industry in this way with job opportunities and the use of British steel for our stoves. We look forward to launching many more designs, both current and new, from here in the UK over the coming years.” The Woodland dual control stove from Eurostove is priced from £1,795.
Mendip’s new Ashcott-Wide wood burner offers a spectacular view of the flickering flames
Imagine coming home after a hard day at work or a refreshing walk at the weekend to the warmth and cosy glow of a wood burning stove. Not only does a freestanding stove add heat and character to a room but it also brings a central focal point to living areas, dining spaces and open-plan living. The Mendip Aschcott-Wide, available from Eurostove, has more visual impact, at 620mm but it is only 260mm deep with a heat output of 6kW, ideal for well-insulated new-builds, smaller spaces or flats that don’t require too much heating. It is fitted with an environmentally friendly catalyst to ensure the stove always emits less pollutants into the environment. It is available as a standard floor standing stove and a logstore version. The design is sturdy, robust and hardwearing with a 50mm to rear combustibles, high-quality contoured cast iron door, slim convection top plate and sculptured cast iron legs alongside a large glazed window, giving a full view of the dancing flames inside. The magnetic door catch is easy to use while the design is perfect for both classic and contemporary interiors. As the Ashcott Wide is an eco-friendly catalyst stove, you’ll also benefit from a better all-round performance as well as helping the environment too. Suitable for built-up areas and smoke control zones, the stove is SIA and Defra approved and complies with the 2022 Ecodesign regulations. “Whatever style of stove you’re looking for, it needs to comply with the latest regulations,” says Chris Baines, managing director of Eurostove. “Air quality is improved as wood is burned more efficiently, which in turn gives homeowners the cleanest, cosiest environment in which to spend time with family and friends. We are here to help consumers make the right choice for both their home and the environment.” Available as a traditional leg design as well as a logstore option, prices start at £1,815. About Eurostove Eurostove Ltd is a family owned business based in Somerset since 2004, who specialise in wood burning stoves, be they traditional, contemporary or inset. The Mendip range is designed in Britain, ensuring that the stoves are beautifully built by experienced craftsmen using cutting-edge technology. Mendip stoves are manufactured to exceed British standards with demand for quality at every stage. From its heavy-duty steel body to the ergonomically designed door handle, every detail has been meticulously considered.
Stûv turns 40
Belgian wood heating expert combines innovation and renewable energy. With its wood or pellet stoves and wood inserts produced in Belgium, Stûv exports customised heating solutions combining performance, design and durability. Stuv, the Belgian expert in individual wood and pellet heating, celebrated its 40th anniversary in Bois- de-Villers on 15 June 2023. The Namur group is one of the world leaders in the sector. By leveraging their sense of innovation, they help build a sustainable future. On the occasion of its 40th anniversary, Stûv welcomed some 400 commercial and technical partners, as well as public and political figures to the site of the Citadel of Namur. This was an opportunity for the guests to (re)discover an impressive success story as well as its new flagship, the Stûv P-20S pellet stove. It didn’t exist, it had to be invented. The story began with an observation in the early 80s, recalls industrial designer Gérard Pitance: “After experiencing the oil crisis and several oil spills like that of the Amoco Cadiz, I could not accept the idea of heating my future house with gas or oil, especially since we had a natural fuel around us wood. As I explored the available solutions, I quickly realised that what I wanted didn’t exist. So, I decided to create it.” This first wood stove earned him compliments and expressions of interest from his friends, his visitors, and his contacts. The message is clear: there is market demand. To introduce itself, the Namur start-up choose an appropriate name on both sides of the linguistic border. Stûv recalls the Flemish word “stoof” (pronounced “stuff” in patois) and the Walloon “stouve”: both mean “stove”. Proximity makes it possible to “stick” to the desires of users. Today, the company has three production sites: Bois-de-Villers, Thuin and finally in Floreffe where the R&D centre is located. Stûv designs, manufactures and markets individual wood and pellet heating solutions: stoves and inserts. With a constant approach: “The quality, design and performance of our products are key priorities,” explains Jean-François Sidler, CEO of Stûv. The same goes for after-sales service. A company conquering the world. Since its foundation 40 years ago, Stûv’s success is clear to see. From five people at the beginning, the company grew to 50 and then to 100 employees. Today, it has 140. And a dozen additional positions should be created in the coming months to cope with the increase in demand. In Belgium and abroad. “We export to more than 15 countries,” says Jean-François Sidler, mainly in Europe, but the success on the North American market led us to open an office, then an assembly plant in Canada. Further developments are being studied for the future. Thus, the growing popularity of our products in Australia could lead us to create a subsidiary there.” The numbers are green. Faced with sharp increases in energy prices in recent years, consumers have a renewed interest in a fuel that we have in large quantities around us. Stûv’s turnover grew by 30% in 2022. For 2023, forecasts are for growth of 15%, which would allow a turnover of 40 million euros. “In Belgium, forests are managed sustainably,” says Jean- François Sidler. Wood is a real source of local and renewable energy. With a major advantage: the CO2 and fine particulate emissions of our wood and pellet stoves are significantly lower than those of existing heating systems. Whether they run on gas, oil or electricity. It is not said often enough: wood is now the main source of renewable energy in Europe, far ahead of solar and wind energy.” Innovating for comfort and durability. Gérard Pitance, founder of Stûv, agrees: “Since the beginning, our efforts have focused on optimising combustion as well as constantly reducing emissions. One of the latest fruits of our innovations is the P20-S pellet stove. It generates CO2 and fine particulate emissions close to zero. In fact, it exceeds the expectations of the European ECODesign 2022 standard. This result is essential. The device is more than a success in terms of aesthetics and comfort. The flame that illuminates the living room is one aspect of it. High heating performance is another. The resulting total respect for our environment is a third. Yesterday, today and tomorrow, Stûv is driven by this desire to innovate technologically by taking a sustainable approach.” About Stûv. Stûv SA is a Belgian company that designs, manufactures and markets individual wood and pellet heating solutions, aimed at magnifying the fire, both functional (heating) and emotional (beauty, aesthetics and conviviality). To do this, Stûv constantly imposes a strict line of conduct based on creativity, design, the quality of the products developed and their adequacy to the expectations and needs of consumers, while attaching great importance to sustainability and human values. Stûv represents 140 direct jobs and as many with its subcontractors. The company has an annual turnover of 35 million euros, produces some 15,000 stoves a year, 80% of which are for export. For more information: Stuv UK 07786864831, sarah@stuv.co.uk
Another innovative new range from the UK’s leading manufacturer of chimney cowls & flue terminals
Midtec Products Ltd are proud of their close working relationship with their customers, and following extensive customer feedback and testing, they are pleased to announce the release of a new range of Specialist Bee Prevention Products. Not just one, but FOUR brand new and exclusive products. “This pioneering new range is, as far as I am aware, the first of its kind in the UK and is a fantastic achievement for our team.” Trefor Jenkins, Executive Chairman of Midtec Products Ltd. “We have worked very closely with a number of key industry experts to form the basis of our new range; add to that the expertise of our highly skilled team and the technical capability of our state-of-the-art laser machine and you have a product that is bespoke to the exact requirements of the installer.” The new Bee Prevention Range from Midtec comprises of four key products: The PONTO cowl is the same product that Midtec’s customers know and love, but with the added preventative mesh, to help keep Bees from entering the chimney. The two Disused Cappers are designed to close off a chimney that is no longer in use, but they too feature an integrated panel that prevents bees from being able to get into the chimney. Then we come to the Bee Prevention Ring; this simple bit of kit is a game-changer. It is designed to be retrofitted to the chimney pot and is designed to allow the pothanger to sit down through it. This prevents bees from entering the chimney pot on the outside of the flexible flue liner and it also allows for ventilation of the chimney. The real star of the show for these four products is Midtec’s exclusive Bee Prevention Mesh. It has been carefully designed in-house by Midtec’s expert team and produced using their precision laser to an exact specification that will allow ventilation for the chimney but leaving no space for bees to enter and nest. With over 40 years manufacturing experience, Midtec has been at the cutting edge of the industry for quite some time. Midtec is lucky to have a dedicated and highly skilled team, led by a dynamic duo of directors. This family-run business is thriving thanks to its investment in the latest machinery and a keen eye on the future of the industry. Watch this space, let’s see what they do next. Discover their full range at: Midtec.co.uk
Combining classic and contemporary style, the Ashcott from Mendip Stoves suits all interiors
Nothing gives a warm welcome like the glow from a wood burning stove. As well as providing a central source of heat during the winter months, a standalone stove will also create a classic focal point for the living area, dining room or open-plan scheme. This compact stove has an innovative magnetic door for easy closing and offers the perfect blend between classic and contemporary styling with its large viewing window, elegant legs and fuss-free finish with stainless steel handle. Providing a 4.7kW heat output, the Ashcott has a direct outside air connector for maximum efficiency. The Ashcott stove needs only 150mm to combustibles at the rear of the stove, enabling you to have it installed 150mm away from a timber feature without fear of a fire. This also has the added benefit that all the heat generated moves forward into the room, which is where it’s needed most. Naturally the Ashcott complies with the new government Ecodesign programme to lower emissions. Setting the standard for environmentally friendly stoves, the scheme is supported by DEFRA and overseen by HETAS, who will independently verify that the stoves pass the required criteria and tests. The Ashcott costs from £1,402.00
Perfect for smaller spaces, Eurostove’s compact Beltane Brue is economic and efficient
When you’re faced with the challenge of a small room, be it a living area, dining space or compact open-plan layout, having a freestanding stove may seem like a pipe dream. But with the Beltane Brue collection from Eurostove, you’ll get all the benefits of a traditional multifuel stove in a compact design, ideal for modern new-builds as well as cosy cottages and rural retreats. Available as a classic freestanding model, Eurostove’s Beltane Brue collection comes in a choice of four designs – the Beltane Brue Ecodesign, Beltane Brue Logstore Ecodesign, Beltane Brue Convector Plus Ecodesign and the Beltane Brue Convector Plus Logstore Ecodesign – with a style to suit every home. Each stove is A+ rated for energy efficiency with a heat output ranging from 3-5kW. Its clean, modern styling features a large viewing window to see the dancing flames within along with a beautiful Anthracite painted finish that complements all interiors. Solid, sturdy and manufactured using only the highest quality materials, this British design comes with easy to use air controls and a durable cast iron grate. Suitable for placement on a 12mm hearth, the Beltane Brue is a perfect choice for smaller spaces. For those who love the look and earthy aroma of real wood, the logstore base versions of the Beltane Brue stove allow for quick and easy access to dry logs and you can easily store an evening’s worth below the stove itself, so no more having to pop out to the wood shed on a cold, wet and windy night. The two Convector Plus designs come with convection side panels, lowering the distance to combustibles at the sides to 200mm. This is due to the relatively cooler exterior of the convection stove compared to the radiant heat of the non-convector designs, which are more suitable for installation within a chimney breast or fireplace. Eurostove’s Beltane Brue collection is Defra Approved for use in Smoke Control Areas such as our cities and large towns as well as being EcoDesign Ready, making it a great investment for the future. The European-wide initiative to lower emissions came into effect for stoves in the UK in 2022. The PM emissions limit for EcoDesign is 55% lower than for Defra exempt stoves and EcoDesign Ready models can reduce particle emissions by 90% compared to an open fire and 80% compared to an old stove. Upgrading your old stove to an EcoDesign Ready model now gives peace of mind as well as helping to protect our planet. “The Beltane Brue collection is a great option for smaller homes or compact rooms,” says Chris Baines, managing director of Eurostove. “It may be one of our smaller stoves but it still delivers on heat output and looks stunning with its clean lines and classic styling.” The Beltane Brue Ecodesign stove from Eurostove is priced from £935. The Logstore version is priced from £1042. The Convector Plus model starts at £1,100. Image courtesy of Eurostove.
Westfire hits the spot for smaller spaces with its Uniq 37 Compact stove
There’s something infinitely alluring about a wood burning stove. The flickering flames dancing about inside, the instant warmth that takes the chill off any room and the cosy comfort factor that it brings to your home are all reasons that many homeowners choose a stove as the centrepiece of their living room or open-plan space. For those who favour a contemporary look and feel, the Westfire Uniq 37 Compact is the perfect choice with a striking sleek design that complements any modern interior. The cylindrical stove is also the ultimate option for smaller areas, as its compact shape measures just H815mm x W596mm x D448mm yet it still has a powerful 7.2kW heat output, which is more than capable of warming up to 100 sq m of space. Exclusively available from Eurostove, the Anthracite-finish wood burner is also EcoDesign Ready and is A rated for energy efficiency. The curved Westfire Uniq 37 Compact saves space while creating a cosy focal point. Its large viewing window enables you to enjoy a spectacular view of the glowing flames inside, perfect for those early dark winter’s evenings and blustery weekends, while the efficiency and clean burning qualities make this a great choice for any homeowner looking for their first wood burner or to upgrade an outdated model. What’s more, unlike many stoves that require up to 250mm from combustibles, the Westfire Uniq 37 Compact can be installed with just 100mm to any combustibles at the rear and 600mm to the side. It has a high 78% efficiency and is also registered for use in smoke-controlled areas, making it perfect for urban as well as rural living. Chris Baines, Managing Director of Eurostove, explains why being EcoDesign Ready is so important. “EcoDesign is a new standard, approved by European countries, including the UK, which is due to be implemented in 2022. However, many manufacturers have pre-empted this standard, and now manufacture EcoDesign Ready stoves. These stoves have all been tested by an independent test laboratory and will emit approximately 80% fewer particles than a stove manufactured 20 years ago, and approximately 90% fewer than an open fire. That not only helps save the environment, but also helps your pocket! Along with burning very low (less than 20%) moisture wood, this will ensure that your stove is as eco-friendly as possible.” As part of the Eurostove collection, Westfire offers the epitome of Danish design with high quality craftsmanship and attention to detail creating a contemporary range of stoves that combine simplicity with sophistication. Each and every design is extremely efficient as well as eco-conscious, bringing clean lines and understated character into your home. The Uniq 37 Compact by Westfire at Eurostove is priced £2,035. Image Courtesy of Eurostove
Colt Cowls look back on 92 years as they launch the new 2023 Catalogue!
The market leading chimney cowl brand Colt Cowls will celebrate their 92nd year in 2023. Colt Cowls have been manufacturing chimney cowls since 1931 when the first commercially successful chimney cowl, the Colt Cowl was invented. Developed to reduce downdraught in chimney flues which at the time burnt mainly coal and coke, the aerodynamic principle involved in the design was revolutionary and lead to millions being sold throughout the 20th century. As times moved on and fuels changed to gas with the DFE (Decorative Fuel Effect) fires of the 1980’s new regulations meant another product came of age in the shape of the Colt Top All Purpose, the first omni- directional chimney cowl on the market for both solid fuel and gas applications. In more recent times the market saw a huge move towards solid fuel fires and log burners with again Colt Cowls adapting to sell the most popular chimney birdguard on the market today the High Top Birdguard. In the last 20 years or so Colt Cowls have also forged a name for themselves selling flues including twin wall, stove pipe and chimney liner. The Colt Cowl product range now encompasses a huge offering of products from the stove or fireplace right up to the chimney cowl. The new 2023 Colt Cowls Catalogue features all of these products along with detailed information about installation and functionality. In addition to providing one of the most comprehensive product offerings in the cowl and flue market, Colt Cowls have pushed further forwards leading the market in respect of both quality and environmental focus. In 2017 Colt Cowls became the first chimney cowl company to gain BSI Kitemark status for several products within their range showing the huge importance that they place on product quality. ‘Gaining the BSI Kitemark was a real achievement for Colt Cowls. Without quality you don’t really have a serious product to present to your customers. In the short term you may win customers on price, but you will lose them for the very same reason and that is why we have always believed in making chimney cowls of the highest quality because in the end it comes down to value. The BSI Kitemark confirms our focus on quality’ says James Stedman Managing Director of Kaysted Ltd owners of Colt Cowls. ‘I guess we should know, we have been making chimney cowls for long enough!’ This year Colt Cowls have also gained ISO 14001 status showing how focussed the company now is on environmental issues. ISO 14001 is an internationally recognised standard that provides a framework for organisations to have an effective environmental management system. It provides assurance to company management, employees and customers that environmental impact is being measured and continually improved. Further information about quality, environmental focus and other benefits is all detailed in the new 20 page 2023 Colt Cowls catalogue. Free copies are available by calling 01243 781559 or logging onto www.coltcowls.co.uk