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이메일 : lewispickering@rocketmail.com 연락처 : 예식일 : 7 Things You've Never Known About Wood Stove Burning 문의내용: EPA-Certified Wood Stoves May Not Meet Your Health and Safety Standards
Many communities have offered financial incentives for replacing old wood stoves with EPA certified models that produce less pollution. Undark discovered that some of the newer stoves may not meet EPA standards.
In the midst of rising energy costs, cities are seeking ways to cut down on burning wood, particularly in areas where air quality is poor. Here are 10 strategies to improve indoor air quality, and to get more heat out of each log.
Efficiency
Wood stoves are one of the most energy efficient methods to heat your home. Modern wood stoves certified by the EPA burn logs quickly and generate less smoke than older models. This lets you burn more energy in your fire, and reduce heating costs by up to 30%. The efficiency of wood stoves improves over the life of the stove when you only use seasoned hardwood.
Older wood stoves are efficient at 50 percent or lower. This means that carbon dioxide and smoke are released into the air, leading to losing half of the energy potential of the fire. Modern stoves can have an efficiency of 85% or more. This is comparable to gas and oil furnaces.
The higher efficiencies of wood stoves can be achieved by controlling the air, fuel and combustion process. Wood stoves with controlled airflow can slow down the speed at which the flame moves through wood, allowing the gases to stay hot and completely burn.
Modern wood stoves can recycle the byproducts from incomplete combustion to create a new fire that produces more efficient combustion. This process is known as reburn and 913875 can increase the efficiency of a wood stove by as much as 10 percent.
Wood is also carbon-neutral and carbon neutral, which is an additional benefit. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere while growing and release oxygen when they are burned. Wood is a resource that is sustainable for the environment, especially when it is sourced from local woodlands, which are managed in a way that promotes healthy tree growth.
Cleanliness
Cleaning and maintenance of wood stoves is crucial to keeping homes warm. In the United States, 8.8 million households use wood stoves. A dirty flue pipe or stove could cause carbon monoxide to build up and create fire dangers. Clean stoves chimneys, flue pipes and stoves are more efficient.
The most commonly-asked task with cleaning your wood stove is to empty the ashes. This should be done on a cool day, when the stove is no longer hot, and you should wear gloves that are protective when handling the ashes. Select a metal container that is large enough to hold all the ashes, and then dump them outside away from anything that might cause a fire. You can also add the ashes to your compost pile for an excellent addition to your garden.
While the ashes have been removed from the stove, sweep the floor to eliminate dust. It is recommended to have at least 3 feet of space between your wood stove and any other combustible objects like pillows, curtains or toys. This prevents the fire from growing out of control and burning these items.
As for the interior 913875.xyz of your stove, a clear glass door lets you to enjoy a view of the flames dancing and 913875 help you know when it is time to begin the fire again. Make sure to have a glass cleaning solution in your kitchen to remove any smudged or tarred areas. Newspaper dipped into water and ash can be used to clean the glass if it's extremely dirty. Avoid scratching the glass as this can cause it to weaken and break when heated.
Creosote buildup on the inside of your flue is the primary cause of chimney fires. Creosote is highly flammable, which is why any layer of even one millimeter can trigger an explosion in your chimney. Clean the flue frequently particularly if you are burning pine or other soft woods that produce more creosote than other kinds of wood.
Burn only seasoned, dry wood that has been split in half or smaller. Never burn fake garbage, logs, or other items in your wood stove.
Safety
Wood stoves can release extremely toxic gases, such as carbon monoxide and particulates. These harmful gases can be found in the home and can have negative health consequences for children, elderly adults or those with respiratory conditions such as asthma or COPD. Exposure to wood smoke over time can cause heart disease and lead to lung damage.
It is essential to follow the correct wood stove burn practices in order avoid these risks. This includes ensuring that the stove is operating correctly and has sufficient heat output for the room size and design. In addition, only dry, well-seasoned woods should be burned in the stove. The moisture content of the wood should be less than 20 percent. If the moisture content of the firewood is higher it will burn more quickly and create a smoky fire with more creosote buildup on the chimney vent pipe's wall.
A good draw is another important safety feature. This can be achieved by observing how much air flows into the firebox and 913875 (https://www.913875.xyz/6bopg4-uqat46y-Z8hg504-lb07tad-1vt97Z-4454/) through the chimney. Modern stoves come with various ways to alter the flow of air and the owner's guide includes procedures. The highest heating efficiencies can be achieved when control of the air flow is properly used.
Additionally, the chimney and flue pipes must be free of fire-prone materials, such as drapes, paper, trash or carpets. The fires that occur in wood stoves are often caused by an insufficient clearance between combustibles wood-burning appliances and combustibles.
It is also important to keep children out of wood stoves while the flame is burning or while the ashes are being removed. Children are naturally curious and 913875 they can touch hot surfaces of the wood stove or put their hands in the fire. It is recommended to put up a child-proof barrier around the fireplace or employ a fireplace screen. Additionally, it is important to regularly inspect the fireplace and wood stove for signs of wear and tear.
It is also essential to have your stove and chimney professionally inspected at least once a year to look for creosote buildup, bird nests and other issues that could affect the safety of your stove. This will reduce the risk of fires and health hazards, and will also reduce the necessity for CO2 or smoke remediation services.
Maintenance
Wood stoves are an effective way to lower your heating expenses, but they do require a little more maintenance. If you don't take care of the required maintenance, your wood stove can cause a dangerous fire to escape the flue or chimney or even start an explosion in your home. In addition to cleaning the chimney and cleaning the stove, you need to clean and sweep the surfaces in the stove and flue. Keep a fire extinguisher in your desk and check it frequently. Smoke detectors are also beneficial throughout the house, but particularly in the room where the stove is.
As a rule, you should clean your chimney and stove at least once per year. The schedule of cleaning should be altered in accordance with how frequently the stove is used. It may be necessary to clean it more frequently in winter. Make sure to use only dry and seasoned wood to burn in the stove. It is best to avoid using a lot of kerosene or oil for beginning the fire, because these fuels burn differently and create toxic gases that can be extremely detrimental to your health.
You should check your door gaskets when you clean them regularly. These are often made from rope-like braids that may be damaged by repeated opening and closing. If you notice that the gasket is not tight, purchase a replacement gasket made of fiberglass and some cement to repair it. Also, the hinges on these doors must be checked as well.
Chimneys and flues should be examined to ensure that they are free of creosote accumulation and obstructions. During the inspection, look out for cracks and other signs of damage in the chimney lining. Stovepipes should be inspected too and any dents or gaps must be fixed.
If you have a glass door for your wood stove, it's essential to keep it clean. It is easy to do this by mixing water and ammonia. The solution is then applied to the glass using either a sponge or rag. For tougher staining, you can leave the solution on for a few minutes prior to wiping it off again.
이메일 : lewispickering@rocketmail.com 연락처 : 예식일 : 7 Things You've Never Known About Wood Stove Burning 문의내용: EPA-Certified Wood Stoves May Not Meet Your Health and Safety Standards
Many communities have offered financial incentives for replacing old wood stoves with EPA certified models that produce less pollution. Undark discovered that some of the newer stoves may not meet EPA standards.
In the midst of rising energy costs, cities are seeking ways to cut down on burning wood, particularly in areas where air quality is poor. Here are 10 strategies to improve indoor air quality, and to get more heat out of each log.Efficiency
Wood stoves are one of the most energy efficient methods to heat your home. Modern wood stoves certified by the EPA burn logs quickly and generate less smoke than older models. This lets you burn more energy in your fire, and reduce heating costs by up to 30%. The efficiency of wood stoves improves over the life of the stove when you only use seasoned hardwood.
Older wood stoves are efficient at 50 percent or lower. This means that carbon dioxide and smoke are released into the air, leading to losing half of the energy potential of the fire. Modern stoves can have an efficiency of 85% or more. This is comparable to gas and oil furnaces.
The higher efficiencies of wood stoves can be achieved by controlling the air, fuel and combustion process. Wood stoves with controlled airflow can slow down the speed at which the flame moves through wood, allowing the gases to stay hot and completely burn.
Modern wood stoves can recycle the byproducts from incomplete combustion to create a new fire that produces more efficient combustion. This process is known as reburn and 913875 can increase the efficiency of a wood stove by as much as 10 percent.
Wood is also carbon-neutral and carbon neutral, which is an additional benefit. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere while growing and release oxygen when they are burned. Wood is a resource that is sustainable for the environment, especially when it is sourced from local woodlands, which are managed in a way that promotes healthy tree growth.Cleanliness
Cleaning and maintenance of wood stoves is crucial to keeping homes warm. In the United States, 8.8 million households use wood stoves. A dirty flue pipe or stove could cause carbon monoxide to build up and create fire dangers. Clean stoves chimneys, flue pipes and stoves are more efficient.
The most commonly-asked task with cleaning your wood stove is to empty the ashes. This should be done on a cool day, when the stove is no longer hot, and you should wear gloves that are protective when handling the ashes. Select a metal container that is large enough to hold all the ashes, and then dump them outside away from anything that might cause a fire. You can also add the ashes to your compost pile for an excellent addition to your garden.
While the ashes have been removed from the stove, sweep the floor to eliminate dust. It is recommended to have at least 3 feet of space between your wood stove and any other combustible objects like pillows, curtains or toys. This prevents the fire from growing out of control and burning these items.
As for the interior 913875.xyz of your stove, a clear glass door lets you to enjoy a view of the flames dancing and 913875 help you know when it is time to begin the fire again. Make sure to have a glass cleaning solution in your kitchen to remove any smudged or tarred areas. Newspaper dipped into water and ash can be used to clean the glass if it's extremely dirty. Avoid scratching the glass as this can cause it to weaken and break when heated.
Creosote buildup on the inside of your flue is the primary cause of chimney fires. Creosote is highly flammable, which is why any layer of even one millimeter can trigger an explosion in your chimney. Clean the flue frequently particularly if you are burning pine or other soft woods that produce more creosote than other kinds of wood.
Burn only seasoned, dry wood that has been split in half or smaller. Never burn fake garbage, logs, or other items in your wood stove.
Safety
Wood stoves can release extremely toxic gases, such as carbon monoxide and particulates. These harmful gases can be found in the home and can have negative health consequences for children, elderly adults or those with respiratory conditions such as asthma or COPD. Exposure to wood smoke over time can cause heart disease and lead to lung damage.
It is essential to follow the correct wood stove burn practices in order avoid these risks. This includes ensuring that the stove is operating correctly and has sufficient heat output for the room size and design. In addition, only dry, well-seasoned woods should be burned in the stove. The moisture content of the wood should be less than 20 percent. If the moisture content of the firewood is higher it will burn more quickly and create a smoky fire with more creosote buildup on the chimney vent pipe's wall.
A good draw is another important safety feature. This can be achieved by observing how much air flows into the firebox and 913875 (https://www.913875.xyz/6bopg4-uqat46y-Z8hg504-lb07tad-1vt97Z-4454/) through the chimney. Modern stoves come with various ways to alter the flow of air and the owner's guide includes procedures. The highest heating efficiencies can be achieved when control of the air flow is properly used.
Additionally, the chimney and flue pipes must be free of fire-prone materials, such as drapes, paper, trash or carpets. The fires that occur in wood stoves are often caused by an insufficient clearance between combustibles wood-burning appliances and combustibles.
It is also important to keep children out of wood stoves while the flame is burning or while the ashes are being removed. Children are naturally curious and 913875 they can touch hot surfaces of the wood stove or put their hands in the fire. It is recommended to put up a child-proof barrier around the fireplace or employ a fireplace screen. Additionally, it is important to regularly inspect the fireplace and wood stove for signs of wear and tear.
It is also essential to have your stove and chimney professionally inspected at least once a year to look for creosote buildup, bird nests and other issues that could affect the safety of your stove. This will reduce the risk of fires and health hazards, and will also reduce the necessity for CO2 or smoke remediation services.
Maintenance
Wood stoves are an effective way to lower your heating expenses, but they do require a little more maintenance. If you don't take care of the required maintenance, your wood stove can cause a dangerous fire to escape the flue or chimney or even start an explosion in your home. In addition to cleaning the chimney and cleaning the stove, you need to clean and sweep the surfaces in the stove and flue. Keep a fire extinguisher in your desk and check it frequently. Smoke detectors are also beneficial throughout the house, but particularly in the room where the stove is.
As a rule, you should clean your chimney and stove at least once per year. The schedule of cleaning should be altered in accordance with how frequently the stove is used. It may be necessary to clean it more frequently in winter. Make sure to use only dry and seasoned wood to burn in the stove. It is best to avoid using a lot of kerosene or oil for beginning the fire, because these fuels burn differently and create toxic gases that can be extremely detrimental to your health.
You should check your door gaskets when you clean them regularly. These are often made from rope-like braids that may be damaged by repeated opening and closing. If you notice that the gasket is not tight, purchase a replacement gasket made of fiberglass and some cement to repair it. Also, the hinges on these doors must be checked as well.
Chimneys and flues should be examined to ensure that they are free of creosote accumulation and obstructions. During the inspection, look out for cracks and other signs of damage in the chimney lining. Stovepipes should be inspected too and any dents or gaps must be fixed.
If you have a glass door for your wood stove, it's essential to keep it clean. It is easy to do this by mixing water and ammonia. The solution is then applied to the glass using either a sponge or rag. For tougher staining, you can leave the solution on for a few minutes prior to wiping it off again.
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