Outdoor Wood Burner Ideas

14th December 2023

Outdoor Wood Burner Ideas

The Fiesta garden stove from Vesta Ironworks. The stylish log burning Fiesta is designed to fit perfectly with modern gardens and contemporary pavilions. The large firebox is fully lined with firebricks and has a built in grate allowing spent fuel and ash to fall through into the collection box ready for quick and clean disposal. Made from rugged steel plate and treated with a high temperature silicone coating, the Fiesta is built to last. Producing a massive 20KW of heat the Fiesta will keep you and your guests warm long after the sun goes down. Each Fiesta comes complete with a half metre flue section.. It is fully seam welded so you can rest assured that your Vesta Fiesta pavilion stove will outlast chimineas and gas patio heaters.With addition of the Pizza oven kit £39.99 (shown below) you can cook traditional woodfired pizza’s with easeThe garden stove top is hot enough to boil a kettle or cook a great steak. Garden stoves are ideal in Britain as they are capable of throwing out a lot of heat on our cold evenings. They also need no gas and can be used to burn garden waste. This garden stove is totally unlike any chimnea on the market. It is fully lined with high-efficiency linings so the fire burns as clean as an indoor wood burner with minimal smoke.

As the seasons change, spending time outdoors becomes more challenging in colder climates. However, with the Fiesta Garden Stove by Vesta Stoves, you can transform your outdoor space into a cozy haven, making the most of every moment, even in the chilliest weather. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of heating outdoor spaces with the Fiesta Garden Stove and highlight why it surpasses electric and gas patio heaters in both efficiency and ambiance.

Efficient and Powerful Heat Output

One of the key advantages of the Fiesta Garden Stove is its ability to provide efficient and powerful heat output, making it a superior choice for outdoor heating. Unlike electric heaters that may struggle to produce sufficient warmth in colder temperatures, the Fiesta Garden Stove utilizes the time-tested method of burning wood, delivering a substantial and consistent source of heat. This ensures that your outdoor space remains comfortably warm, allowing you to extend your outdoor gatherings well into the cooler evenings.

Cost-Effective Heating Solution

Electric and gas patio heaters can be expensive to operate, especially over an extended period. The Fiesta Garden Stove offers a cost-effective alternative by utilizing wood as a fuel source. Wood is often more affordable than electricity or gas, making the Fiesta Garden Stove an economical choice for those who want to enjoy a heated outdoor space without breaking the bank. Additionally, the Fiesta Garden Stove’s efficiency means that you get more heat per unit of fuel, further maximizing your cost savings.

Environmentally Friendly Option

Concerns about environmental impact have led many to seek more sustainable heating options. The Fiesta Garden Stove is an environmentally friendly choice, as it relies on the renewable resource of wood. In contrast, electric heaters often depend on electricity generated from non-renewable sources, contributing to a larger carbon footprint. By choosing the Fiesta Garden Stove, you not only reduce your environmental impact but also enjoy the natural ambiance of a wood-burning fire.

Ambiance and Aesthetics

While electric and gas heaters may provide warmth, they often lack the ambiance that comes with a real flame. The Fiesta Garden Stove not only delivers heat but also creates a captivating focal point for your outdoor space. The dancing flames and the soothing crackle of burning wood add a touch of romance and charm, enhancing the overall atmosphere. The Fiesta Garden Stove transforms your outdoor setting into a cozy retreat, perfect for intimate gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars.

Versatility in Design

The Fiesta Garden Stove by Vesta Stoves is not just a functional heating solution; it’s also a stylish addition to your outdoor decor. With its sleek design and durable construction, the Fiesta Garden Stove seamlessly integrates into various outdoor settings. Electric and gas heaters, on the other hand, often come in standardized designs that may not complement the aesthetic of your space. The Fiesta Garden Stove offers versatility, allowing you to choose a heating solution that aligns with your outdoor style.

Ease of Use and Low Maintenance

The Fiesta Garden Stove is designed for user convenience, offering an easy and straightforward heating solution for your outdoor space. Unlike electric heaters that require a power source or gas heaters that rely on propane tanks, the Fiesta Garden Stove only needs wood and a match to ignite. Additionally, the maintenance of the Fiesta Garden Stove is minimal, with routine cleaning being the primary upkeep requirement. This simplicity contrasts with the more complex maintenance and potential malfunctions that can occur with electric and gas patio heaters.

Conclusion

In the realm of outdoor heating solutions, the Fiesta Garden Stove by Vesta Stoves emerges as a superior choice, offering efficient warmth, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and unparalleled ambiance. While electric and gas patio heaters have their merits, they often fall short when it comes to creating an authentic outdoor experience. Elevate your outdoor gatherings and make the most of your outdoor space with the Fiesta Garden Stove — a beacon of warmth, style, and functionality that transforms your patio into a year-round retreat.

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Small Cook Stove’s shipped to Canada

17th December 2019

The Best Selling Small Cookstove in Canada

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Bushmaster Camping Stove 2.2kw
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All our stoves are handmade in our factory in Northern England and have been designed over 15 years of research. The bushmaster can be fitted in almost any scenario such as cabins, vans and home werea small amount of heat is required.

The top of the stove can be used for cooking or boiling a kettle in offgrid locations.

The Bushmaster small cookstove

We now ship all our wood burning stove to canada using fast FEDEX shipping. If you would like a shipping quote please use the form below to get a quote sent to you email

This portable wood burning stove is light wieght (30KG) and can be set up ready to cook within a few minutes. This makes it ideal for camping/glamping and use as an alternative to an open fire in campsites that do not permit them. The top of the stove can be used to cook all manner of meals including pot roasts or even a full english breakfast. The Bushmaster tent stove has dual burn rate controls enabling very fine adjustment of the cooking surface temperature

Spare parts and warranty

The bushmaster is completly made from readily availble parts, The only parts that will need to be maintained over time are the glass and rope seals. These are either available locally or can be express shipped from the UK.

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Wood Burning Stoves for camper Vans

14th December 2023

Wood Burning Stoves for camper Vans

Vesta stoves produce a range of small stoves that are perfect for vans. Our Bushmaster stoves are designed specifically for Camper vans and have integral bolt-down points in the feet. As well as being sturdy the stoves are lightweight and suitable to be lugged around.

The Bushmaster has a 3.5kw heat output that is perfect for most vans. We also sell all the necessary stainless steel twin wall flue pipes and accessories to ensure the appliance is fitted safely.

We can also supply a heat shield to ensure an air gap is left behind the stove and there is no risk of damage to surrounding materials.

The bushmaster wood stove also has an integral multi-fuel grate for the burning of coal and peat. With its air control, you can get the bushmaster to the perfect temperature to cook food whilst burning wood. A kettle can be boiled on top of the stove to provide hot water for that much-needed cuppa after a day out.

Installing a wood burner in your campervan is a straightforward job but we are on hand to answer any questions you may have. A Log burner should always be installed with a carbon monoxide detector.

What do you need to install a stove in a campervan?

The most commonly-used flue size for van installations is 4-inch (100mm flue). We recommend using an insulated flue, as this prevents accidentally touching the hot flue in a small space and is much safer, as the outside temperature of the flue will be cooler. When fitting a stove in a van, you need to be mindful of how close your stove and flue is to combustibles (basically, anything that will burn). Using an insulated flue reduces the distance that you need between your flue and combustible materials.

Here is a list of what you will need. (it’s always best to call us for information 01704 821095)

A small woodburning stove, like our Bushmaster Stove
Either our HETAS-Approved Flue Kit, which includes all the flue parts and fittings you need, or
A 500mm section of single-walled flue (included in HETAS-Approved Flue Kit)
Enough insulated flue to clear the top of your van by at least 15cm (included in HETAS-Approved Flue Kit)
A flashing kit designed for a solid roof (this provides a watertight, heatproof seal around the flue where it exits through the roof (included in HETAS-Approved Flue Kit)
A cowl to prevent rain from coming down the flue (included in HETAS-Approved Flue Kit)
A heat shield or fireproof board

Stoves for Surf Vans

What better van to kickback after a days surfing than cooking up the perfect dish on stove with the sea breeze and aq setting sun. The bushmaster can be fitted with a quick release flue system so on a sunny evening the stove can be taken outdoors for safe cooking.

you can’t beat the dry heat and pleasing aroma of a wood stove. Propane stoves are always a nightmare and in our experience with fumes and wet heat that sinks to the ground and causes damp.

The Bushmaster is easy to install and provides a low cost but stylish look making you the envy of the beach.

Bushmaster Camping Stove 2.2kw
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The top 10 things to look out for when buying a new Wood Burning Stove

19th December 2019

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In the following article we will give you a list of 10 important things to look out for when buying a new wood burning stove. They are not listed in order of importance.

Stove Efficiency

Stove efficiency is a good indicator of the overall design and build quality of the stove. Although efficiency is calculated under laboratory conditions and hard to replicate, Each stove is tested the same so its a good measure to compare products. You will notice that our range of wood burning stoves are around 83% efficient. This is a good result!

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Stove Size and Output

The output required to heat your space can be calculated by taking the cubic meter of space in the room and dividing by 15. We have made it easy for you by including a calculator below.
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When selecting the size of stove you require you need to take into account the size of the fireplace and the hearth. Most stoves require 300mm of hearth in front of the firebox, as well as some clearance behind the unit to the wall. On either side and above there will also be necessary distances. The benefit of Vesta is that we can make a stove to fit your fireplace and style.

Number 2

Stove construction

This relates to the material the stove is made out of. Most stoves on the market these days are made from steel with cast iron doors. This is because steel is more durable under thermal stress than cast iron. However, Lots of imported stoves are made from cast iron so beware. Steel are normally a little more expensive but they last a lifetime,

Number 3

Stove construction

this relates to the material the stove is made out of. Most stoves on the market these days are made from steel with cast iron doors. This is because steel is more durable under thermal stress than cast iron. However, Lots of imported stoves are made from cast iron so beware. Steel are normally a little more expensive but they last a lifetime,

Number 3

Flue size and specification

Do you need a flue line? If so then what size liner can you fit? an important questions as some chimneys will only take a 5" liner and this isn't suitable for a lot of stoves. The position of the flue is also a factor to take into account. When the stove is sat in the fireplace with the correct spacing around it the flue needs to line up or unsightly elbows will be required to offset the flue.

Number 4

Price

Stove prices range from £150 to many thousands of pounds. It has to be said that in general you get what you pay for. The old adage that you buy cheap you buy twice is definitely applicable to the wood burning stove industry. In the UK it is standard practice for installers to take 40-50% mark up in commission when selling a stove. We sell direct from our factory outlet cutting out the middlemen and passing the savings onto you.

Number 5

Warranty

Take a look at the warranty that is given apart from the statutory 12 month period. Many stoves are imported into the UK and a warranty after the 12 month period would be difficult to claim on. All our stoves come with a 3 year warranty or a lifetime warranty if installed by a Vesta Approved Installer.

Number 6

Installation Costs

The installation of your brand new stove can cost between £200 to several thousands. Its a good idea to get a quote before buying a stove. To get a quick ballpark figure for the installation of your stove you can use our calculator https://vestastoves.co.uk/stove-installation-quick-quote/

Number 7

Aftersales

During the lifetime of your stove you will undoubtedly need to change parts such as the baffles, bricks, glass and rope seals. Ensure before you commit that a full range of spares is available and rapidly available. The last thing you need is your stove breaking down in winter and having to wait for the parts to come from abroad.

Number 8

Lead Time

Stove can have long delivery times especially if its an imported stove. If your in the market for a stove in august then you could wait 10 weeks for it to be delivered by some companies. Our stove all have a 3 week delivery period. However, we can normally accommodate if you need a stove quickly (in time for Christmas)

Number 9

Fuel

Decide on the fuel type before you buy a stove. Wood burning stoves burn logs very well but wont burn other solid fuels like coal. Multi fuel stoves do a great job at burning solid fuel but not too good at burning logs. Most of all please support your local British business. When you buy your fuel please make sure you buy local sustainable logs .

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We hope you found this article useful. Should you have any comments please start the discussion below.

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Double Sided Stove Ideas

3rd January 2024

Double Sided Stove Ideas

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Double Sided Woodburning Stoves

This page has been designed to show some examples of our double sided stoves and how our customers create amazing feature fireplaces using dual aspect stoves

Vesta stoves are specialists in creating beautiful Double Sided stoves.

Our dual aspect stoves create a central feature between two rooms utilising just one chimney. The heat is evenly disbursed between the rooms. You can use the calculator below to find out what size stove you need to heat your rooms.

The world of interior decoration is a dynamic and ever changing one. New ideas come up every day along with modification of the old ones and even confluences of both old and new ones being formed. A current and unique trend seems to be making the rounds currently is the marvel that is the double sided stove, not it is a trend that is truly taking over.

A double sided stove a device whose primary function is in being able to supply heat to 2 rooms simultaneously. Also known as dual aspect stove, the effect of the stove has been maximized to provide a surreal feel by allowing the flame to manifest as much as possible without the dangers an open fire might pose. Although mainly used as a sort of link between adjourning rooms, dual aspect stoves can also be placed in the middle of a room, acting a sort of modern fireplace or wood burning stove.

While the ambience of a room is usually adjudged by the design or coziness (heat wise), double sided stoves go the extra mile by combining both of these factors. In instances whereby there is a partition or chimney breast between two rooms, this space can be duly converted to contain this wood burning stove and serve a both a source of heat and a screen between both rooms, thus serving to truly spruce up the aforementioned ambience of the room.

Double sided stoves come in varying designs, and perform varying purposes. Customers that opt for a free standing dual aspect stove usually have the placing of the stove at the center of the room in mind, and even though it can still be placed in partitions between rooms, there will be spaces around the stove where you can look around through into the other room. An inset stove however is primarily designed to fit between rooms properly uses up the space, ensuring that the only way you could look into the other room is through the stove.

A key important feature possessed by double sided stove is the fact that the open both ways. What this means with regards to inset dual aspect stoves is that these doors open on both sides of the room and can be refueled on both sides. It also makes the cleaning and maintenance of these stoves much easier and faster, as you’d be able to gain access to tough spots which otherwise would be hard to reach in the absence of these dual doors. Some brands of double sided stoves, such as the ones produced by Vesta, are made with built-in dual air wash systems. Now air wash systems in dual aspect stoves are features whose function are quite paramount, because not only do they serve as a means of proper stove aeration, but they serve an even greater and more aesthetic purpose of always ensuring that the glass of the stove is as clear as possible so as to succinctly show the flames as clearly as possible on both sides. The controls can also be on each side of the double sided stove to allow for a balanced flame pattern and reduce the risk of murking up the glass.

A comparison between the two types of stoves i.e the free standing double sided stove and the inset double sided stove show a marked difference. When it comes to fuel maximization, the free standing wood burning stove come out trumps because here, the stove ensures that the fuel supplied into it is totally converted into heat energy, a feature less common in the inset double sided stoves. Free air movement is also another factor that is more in lieu with the freestanding model and plays a major part in heat dispersal by natural convection. The total use of space in the inset models do not allow for this. Hence it can summarily be deduced that while more aesthetically pleasing than the freestanding type, the inset double sided stove doesn’t maximize energy a much as the freestanding type. However custom design options are available to customers by order, and a custom built double sided oven can be done up to enhance some of its features.

Another noteworthy fact is that double sided stoves can be manufactured to be either of single depth or double depth. The reason for these height ranges is naught but for having varying options of dimensions which will best fit your fireplace. This is important because while going for an inset double sided stove, it is important to get the dimensions right and acquire a stove that will fit directly into the space, lest your inset miss give off a freestanding vibe, and vice versa.

Double sided stoves also vary in the type of of fuel and number of fuels they can utilize, and in this regard can ba classified as wood burning stove and the multi fuel stoves. The double sided wood burning stoves, as they name implies, make use of wood as its primary and only source of fuel. It is renewable and burnt wood forms a bed of ash which can be cleaned before the stove is restocked with more wood for burning. This is a more common type of double sided stove and tends to draw more crowd chiefly for its simple and cheaper fuel source, that is wood which is very readily available for purchase and use. On the other hand however, the multi-fuel double sided stoves make use of both wood and other fuels as a source of heat, and this means that you could get fuel at literally anytime; wood if available or solid fuel from gas stations and petrol stations. Approved fuels include those made from anthracite that come in oval shapes and nuts. It is always best to adhere to the advice and recommendations given with your particular make and model of multi-fuel stove so you know which types of fuel you should use. The major way by which you can tell these two types of stoves apart is by the raised grate found at the bottom of multi-fuel stoves. These grates function to keep the fuel off the bottom of the stove and by extension permit air to reach underneath the stove so as to allow for the fuel burn better. This mechanism is the total inverse of a wood burning stove and as such, makes it easy to discern.

Having been stated that double sided stoves are used not only for their heat function but also to bolster the appearance of rooms, it really goes without saying that the style, color and design are very huge determining factors in the final selection of the right kind of double sided stove that goes right with both the style of your house, the color of the paint job, and the furnishing. If you want the design to really stand out, it is recommended to go for something in contrast to the design of the rest of the room. This will make it more conspicuous and draw eyes to it faster. Slate has been a popular choice to double sided stove owners of recent. Another popular current trend is the use of dark rich colors which stand out and gives the stove a mysterious and attractive aura. Seeing as black is now back, this should be pleasing to majority of customers. Natural textures and finishes like stone and treated metal can also be used to devastating effect, as they are classics and have proven to be able to stand the test of time.

Another factor to consider is the cost of these stoves. While the prices vary from brand to brand and from model to model, it is important to acknowledge that intended use could also affect price. If the aim is for the stove to perform just its basic function of heat provision, then these tend to cost less as you could get a good burning stove for a few thousand pounds. However, double sided stoves can be used but for their heat and for decoration as aforementioned, so if the latter is the intended and primary intention, the customer should know that the stove is going to cost way more and as such should know it is going to be a tad more expensive than the simple and a bit more conservative types. An example is the Metro 130XT Tunnel Eco Wave gas closed fire by Dru measures 1,300mm wide and can be controlled remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Priced at £4,420 (incl. VAT), it has a heat output of 10.8kW.

Our Vesta v12 Double Sided Stove has transformed our home! So Glad we chose Vesta

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Finally, customers should make sure that before they select their choice of double sided stoves, experts should be consulted, either a stove expert or house expert to tell you to type that will best fit into your house and also to get the right dimensions of the fireplace or partition so you could know what you are out to get in particular. Also, seek experts who truly know about the fuel you intend to use, so as to get original information on their fuel input to heat output.

Each model has its properties, right alongside with their advantages and disadvantages. Hence, it I adviced that proper research is made to enable select the best possible double sided stove to suit your home and your taste.

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Are wood burning stoves going to be banned?

3rd January 2024

Are woodburning Stoves going to be BANNED?

With Woodburning stoves and Multifuel Stoves being in the press almost daily at the moment, the question of are logburners likely to be outlawed is frequently being asked.

The problems that have been highlighted in News features are related to the emissions of PM2.5 particles that are released by stoves. These PM2.5 particles have been measured in cities and have found to be a contributing factor to Asthma and some other respiratory-related illness.

Pollution Wood burning stoves

Diesel engines are also a huge contributor to this problem and the government is making changes to legislation to tackle this the issue of pollution from a number of sources including log burners.

The Stove industry is well ahead of the Government on these changes and we have already been working tirelessly to increase the efficiency of all woodburning stoves

New schemes such as ready to burn are attempting to tackle the quality of fuels burned

Woodsure, the UK’s only wood fuel quality assurance scheme, has launched a Ready to Burn initiative to help homeowners look after their stoves and improve air quality.

Air quality and wood fuel has become a hot topic and stove owners are being asked to think about the impact of burning poor quality firewood has on the environment. A stove is only as good as the wood it burns and so the Ready to Burn stamp of approval will reassure those who purchase firewood/briquettes with its logo that they are dry enough and immediately ready to burn.

Vesta Stove feature on BBC news regarding the Banning of woodburning stoves

What do we know about the new legislation for wood burning stoves?

The Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs unveiled a consultation on Friday on how to introduce tighter restrictions on burning solid fuels for heating in homes. Ministers are also considering tougher regulation to deter the burning of wet unseasoned wood in private dwellings

The actual new legislation coming into force in 2022 can be found here This legislation aims to improve the efficiency of woodburning stoves and reduce the emission of PM2.5 particulates.

When does the legislation come into force?

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The new legislation relating to woodburning stoves (Regulation (EU) 2015/1185 24/5/2015) is due to come into force on the 1st January 2022. At this point the finalized legislation will apply to new installations only and all stoves installed prior to this will be legal.

The legislation is an EU initiative to increase the efficiency of stoves and fuel burned in them.

The stove industry responds to the new legislation

In order to meat the new legislation we have been working to improve the efficiency of all our wood burning stoves and are proud to say the least efficient stove in our range has now exceeded the requirements at 80.9% efficiency.

Wood burning stoves have been a popular choice for heating homes in the UK for decades. However, concerns have been raised about their impact on air quality, leading to speculation that they could be banned in the future. Despite this, it is unlikely that wood burning stoves will be banned in the UK anytime soon.

Firstly, it is important to note that the government has not yet announced any plans to ban wood burning stoves. While there has been some discussion about restricting their use in certain areas, such as urban centers with high levels of air pollution, there is currently no indication that a nationwide ban is on the horizon.

Secondly, wood burning stoves are an important source of heat for many households in the UK, particularly in rural areas where other forms of heating may be more expensive or difficult to access. Banning them outright would have a significant impact on these communities, many of whom rely on their stoves to keep warm during the colder months.

Thirdly, there are steps that can be taken to reduce the environmental impact of wood burning stoves without resorting to a ban. For example, using dry, seasoned wood instead of wet or unseasoned wood can reduce emissions, as can using a stove that meets modern efficiency standards. Encouraging households to make these changes and providing incentives to do so may be a more effective way to tackle the issue.

Finally, it is worth noting that wood burning stoves are not the only source of air pollution in the UK. Cars, industrial processes, and other forms of heating all contribute to the problem, and it would be unfair to single out wood burning stoves as the sole cause. A more holistic approach that tackles all sources of air pollution would be more effective in improving air quality.

In conclusion, while there may be concerns about the impact of wood burning stoves on air quality, it is unlikely that they will be banned in the UK anytime soon. There are other measures that can be taken to reduce their environmental impact, and a ban would have a significant impact on the households that rely on them for heat. Instead, a more measured approach that takes into account the wider context of air pollution in the UK is needed to address the issue.