subject: Wood Burning Stoves Swindon Safety Ways [print this page] If you have a ***wood burning stoves Swindon***, you'd know that maintaining it is fun and easy. However, you should observe safety precautions to enjoy the heat and comfort provided by the wood burner. Some things to keep in mind are the following:
> Do not place any flammable materiasl near your wood stove. The area where the fire place is should be kept clean.
> Make sure that the chimney and stove are cleaned and inspected once a year. It should be done by a qualified chimney operator.
> BE sure that the air inlets of the stove are open all the time. This will reduce the build up of creosote that causes chimney fire.
> Buy wood burning stoves Swindon that has stovepipe thermometer installed on them. It will help you determine if the stovepipe too hot and it must be neutralized.
> Choose metal mesh screens to contain wood sparks and coals within your stove or fireplace. This will prevent any fire hazard or for flame to get to rugs and flammable materials.
> Choose fire-resistant materials like stone and metal for the walls around your fireplace. It will keep your home safer from fire.
> Never use flammable liquids to begin a wood fire.
> You should use timber and similar seasoned hard wood. Wet, moist and soft wood paves the way for creosote build up in chimneys making it vulnerable to starting a fire.
> As much as possible, make your fire smokeless. With less smoke, less creosote will accumulate in your chimney. Apart from that, there will be less air pollution so you would have fresh and clean air inside your house.
> Make sure that the roof is free from leaves, pine needles and other organic materials that can potentially start a fire.
> Do not leave your wood burning stoves Swindon unattended.
> Have a smoke alarm in every level of your house. Test it every month if it still works perfectly. The batteries should be replaced at least twice in every year. It would also be better if you'd install CO2 monitors.
> Do not use cardboard boxes to fuel your stove.
> To reduce smoke, make small, hot fires as also they are safer.
> To prevent your wood burning stoves Swindon from clogging, remove excess ash from the intake vents of the burner.
> Place a fire extinguisher near your wood stove. It will be very helpful in case there is fire outbreak.
