How to season firewood

It is important that you don’t immediately burn freshly cut logs – they need to be seasoned before you burn them.

Slumbering your stove

The HETAS team offer some top tips on why you should avoid slumbering your appliance, unless it is specifically designed to do so.

Log storage – how to store your firewood correctly and safely

Log storage is something that can easily be overlooked; follow this guide to store your firewood correctly and safely.

Why do I need my chimney swept?

If you use a stove or an open fireplace, getting your chimney swept is essential. An unswept chimney can cause extremely dangerous hazards.

What does a chimney sweep do?

When you book a chimney sweep, the work they undertake will entirely depend on the condition of your chimney. This article will explain what a chimney sweep does and how you can prepare for your visit.

Why do I have creosote in my chimney?

Creosote occurs naturally when burning wood. However, there are irresponsible burning practices and appliance oversights that can contribute to larger, more frequent, and dangerous build-ups.

Chimney sweep equipment – everything you need to sweep a chimney

HETAS Approved chimney sweeps come equipped with the wide variety of tools needed to tackle any sweep.

How to keep coal-based fuels and manufactured solid fuels (MSF) dry

Keeping your coal-based fuel dry prevents energy being wasted on burning off water and any resulting steam from potentially causing damage to your flue liner, affecting the integrity of your installation.

Moving Home?

If you're moving home, the HETAS team have put together a useful guide about what documentation you require when the property has a stove.

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.