Installations in thatch properties

A brief overview of installations in thatch properties, looking at design and operating considerations.

How to check firewood moisture content

It is important when using a wood burning stove that you use dry firewood. Checking firewood moisture content can be done quickly and easily with a moisture meter.

Ban on coal – here are the fuels you can use

A coal ban was implemented in England as of 1 May 2023, it is now illegal for all businesses to sell house coal for domestic burning.

Ready to Burn – What You Need to Know

Ready to Burn legislation came into force in England on 1st May 2021. This new law bans the sale of the most polluting fuels used in homes: wet wood and house coal.

How to Burn Better

To help reduce emissions and improve people’s health, the Burn Better campaign appeals to those with a wood burning stove or open fire in their homes to act now and follow some simple steps to improve air quality.

Where to store firewood

Should your firewood be above 20% it will need to be stored correctly in order for it to dry out. This is known as seasoning. Dry logs burn more efficiently than unseasoned green wood and reduce environmental impact. The following videos guides you through the process of storing wood to keep it dry and high quality.

Benefits of Dry Wood over Wet Wood

It may sound obvious that wood fuel should be dry before you attempt to burn it but it is not normally clear when wood fuel is actually ready to burn. A recently felled tree can contain over 60% moisture dependent on the tree species.

The importance of fuel quality

Bruce Allen, CEO of HETAS and Woodsure, outlines some of the critical changes set to affect the industry in 2022 that will help to drive awareness of the need for good quality fuel.

What is the Cleaner Choice scheme?

In line with on-going government strategies to promote cleaner air and to better support consumer decisions in the purchase of environmentally responsible products, HETAS has launched the independent “Cleaner Choice” initiative for UK biomass and solid fuel products.

What Cleaner Choices Can You Make For Clean Air Day 2023?

Mark 16 June in your calendar as Clean Air Day 2022. The HETAS team have some key tips for stove users looking to reduce their environmental impact.