subject: Multi-fuel stoves - multi-fuelled and many-splendoured! [print this page] Multi-fuel stoves - multi-fuelled and many-splendoured!
When it comes to heating your home, multi-fuel stoves are setting a new trend in the popularity stakes! There are many reasons why the multi-fuel option is proving a success with homeowners and the wide variety of types and styles available offer a wealth of heating possibilities for the home.
Multi-fuel stoves are also known as Wood-burning or Solid fuel stoves and are both aneconomical and efficient method of heating your home as well as being environmentally friendly. With the increase in price of gas and electric heating systems, the multi-fuel stove provides a viable alternative heat source which is ideal in homes with a traditional style.
There are several reputable manufacturers of multi-fuel stoves, such as Valor andHamlet producing high quality and durable models which blend superlative styling with innovative design to bring a strong focal point to any room.
The best and most reliable multi-fuel stove are made from either cast iron or steel, with steel offering quicker heat up times, whilst cast iron retains the stored heat for a longer period. In addition, a cast iron multi-fuel stove requires more room for air to circulate around it to avoid cracking.
Multi-fuel stoves are equally at home in both small or large rooms with models to suit either application. The Willow Multi-fuel stove from Valor is a perfect example of one which will blend well into a more compact area and provide an effective source of heat. For larger rooms, models such as the Deluxe Multi-fuel model from Hamlet features the traditiional two-door design and combines classic styling with contemporary innovation and is ideal in the average-sized room or fireplace.
Multi-fuel stoves may use wood, coal or peat to provide the heat and are available in pedestal, integral boiler or pedestal/integral boiler options, depending on requirements. Withcapacitiesranging between 4 kw and 11kw, there is a wide selection of heat outputs to choose from. The majority of multi-fuel stoves are also compatible with brick chimneys and additional features such as cool-to-touch fire door handles and 'air-wash' systems to maintain clean glass give increased appeal.
Ease of installatiion means fitting a multi-fuel stove in your home can be achieved simply and without undue upheaval, whether you are replacing an existing heating system or fitting one for the first time.
Why not take a closer look at the extensive range on offer at Heatandplumb and rest assured of a guarantee of durability, reliability and complete customer satisfaction when you purchase a multi-fuel stove for your home.
