Safety Advice for Installations of Fireplace Surrounds

Installing fireplace surrounds safely is an important issue. The HETAS team cover important safety tips to consider before installation.

How to light a fire

Lighting a fire can sometimes be difficult and there are countless guides on the internet. Our team has pulled together the best guidance available so you can get it right first time.

Top tips for using your wood burner responsibly and safely

Burning responsibly and safely will increase the efficiency of your stove and reduce its environmental impact.

How to choose the correct fuel for optimal burning

Every stove user has a responsibility to burn correctly. Following these top tips will help you continue burning optimally and responsibly.

Safe Disposal of Ash from Your Stove

HETAS is advising homeowners to safely dispose of ash from their wood burning and multi fuel stoves following a recent carbon monoxide incident and house fire.

How to avoid overfiring your wood burner

Prolonged and repeated overfiring can lead to increased deterioration and even permanent damage to your stove.

Refuel your appliance safely

Recent research has raised the issue of refuelling a fire, so we have put together some tips to help you safely refuel.

Cold Plug – Winter Safety Advice

An unexpected issue for stove users during winter can be a cold plug in their flue. The HETAS team offers advice to help resolve this problem.

What is creosote and why is it dangerous in your chimney?

Creosote is a highly flammable, tar-like deposit in a chimney that consists of soot, chemicals, and a range of particles originating from incomplete combustion when burning wood.

Top tips for keeping your stove glass clean

The HETAS team have put together some top tips for keeping your stove glass clean, so you can continue to enjoy the perfect view of those flames.