Wood Burning Stoves Ideas
A wood stove is an excellent addition to your home, providing warm and cozy feeling. They also help you save money and reduce emissions.
A modern log stove can be a striking feature with the right design of the surround and accessories. It can also be a part of your living space using a subtle colour such as black or yellow.
Traditional cream-coloured log burners
As the trend towards wood-burning continues to gain momentum, manufacturers are looking at new colors for their multifuel stoves. Cream is a popular color that complements neutral colour schemes. It can also be used in smaller spaces to create a feature. It also looks great with darker walls, which help to brighten a room and is an ideal option for homes embracing the cottagecore or eco-style trends.
Created to add a contemporary twist to the traditional fireplace, wood burners with wide stove surrounds offer an elegant solution to open-plan living spaces. By dividing the living space by adding an enormous stove and a log storage unit, you'll instantly create a striking focal point that is sure to grab people's attention. The Farringdon Log Burner from Arada Stoves is available with a striking Spice Finish that works well with dark blue living spaces and brings a fun element to the style.
Consider a Ecodesign stove for a cleaner and greener alternative. These models have been engineered to meet strict European standards governing particulate matter, organic gaseous compounds, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides. The primary way they achieve this is by introducing air into the firebox, igniting burned particles and gases that otherwise escape into the atmosphere, which in turn boosts the efficiency of the stove, and also reduces emissions.
Ecodesign woodburners are a fantastic alternative for homeowners living in Smoke Control Areas. They can only be used with wood and fuel approved by the manufacturer. The Charlton and Jenrick Go Eco Wide Woodburner that has a level five certification from clearSkies, is a high-performance stove that is not just DEFRA approved, but also has many options, including an airwashing system that keeps the glass cleaner, a rumbling multi-fuel grate and a warranty of five years.
With the popularity of wood burners generally increasing the need for a simple wood shelf on top of the unit can help to enhance the design and act as the perfect place for decorative accessories. The shelving shown above the Esse Cornish stove is crafted from oak and is finished with a simple brushed grey effect to emphasize its natural beauty. The shelf is complemented by the wood effect tile with stripes above and the stacked logs laid neatly below.
Log burners that have integrated log storage
If you're looking for ways to store your firewood in a safe and easy-to-access location near your stove, look no further than the log burner that has a built-in log store compartment. These stoves come with elevated legs and wood storage compartments. They not only add style and elegance to the fireplace, but also provide an efficient storage solution for your firewood. Browse our log storage stoves to find the model that suits your home.
Stoves that have log storage capabilities are available in a variety of styles to fit any style. You could, for example, choose a cream-coloured woodburner that has a log storage and pair it with a wooden fireplace and chairs with contrasting colours and rugs to create a cosy and elegant interior. Both the Ekol Clarity high log store stove as well as the Saltfire Peanut 3 Tall are great options for this interior.
A freestanding log can also be placed in the chimney breast alcove. They can be purchased at a variety of stores and on the internet, and are available in a variety of materials and finishes. Some come with integrated lighting that creates a beautiful accent. Make sure you are within the recommended distance of the manufacturer of your stove from combustibles prior to converting an alcove to an area for storage of logs.
Another option is to use the idea of a wall-mounted wooden storage that resembles an art piece. They are available in a variety of colors and patterns that will give a unique look to your living space. These are available in a variety of sizes and price ranges to fit every budget.
A log-burning stove in your home is a great way to stay warm and cosy in the winter. No matter if you opt for a modern or traditional stove, it will create a warm and welcoming space for your family and friends to gather. Having a wood burning stove doesn't have to be restricted to the living room or kitchen, since they can be incorporated into any space in the home like the kitchen or bedroom.
Beautiful stoves
A wood burning stove isn't just a heating source, it also creates the mood for your home, creating an atmosphere where friends and family can gather to unwind. large wood burner are available in a variety of colors to complement or stand out from your interior design scheme.
The vibrant painted or enamelled fireplaces are a fashion that is simple to incorporate in your home. wood burning fires can bring the look of drama to your space by creating an eye-catching focal point that draws eyes towards the hearth. These stoves are a fantastic choice for modern interiors but also work well in rooms that have a mix of styles.
Consider a stove in a neutral colour to get a more subtle appearance. Shades such as Graphite and Straw offer warm and earthy tones that suit a wide range of colour palettes. If you prefer a more modern appearance, there's a wide selection of modern electric stoves on the market. These stoves do not require a chimney and are ideal for smaller spaces or rental homes.
You can also try something more striking with an attractive log burner. Choose a bold colour such as blue, purple, or lilac to instantly update your interiors. You can find a stove painted in bright colors such as orange or yellow to make an eye-catching accent. If you're planning on painting your stove, select paint that is heat-resistant. DIY paint won't be able to handle the high temperatures generated by a stove.
Colorful stoves are an ideal choice for older homes, where they can change the look of your fireplace. For example, a classic inglenook-style stove with doors of a traditional design can be transformed into a striking modern kitchen with the addition of a modern glass front.
Another option to bring modern style to your living spaces is by installing an electric wood-burning stove. They're not just simpler to install and more affordable, but they still provide the same warm and welcoming atmosphere as a traditional fireplace. This white Dimplex Courcheval Electric Stove from Direct Stoves is a stunning and simple choice.
Double-sided log heaters
Double-sided log stoves offer a myriad of design options. They are usually embedded into a wall to serve two rooms, but they are also able to be used as an open-plan room separator in areas to divide zones. The addition of a feature fireplace breast can improve the design of the stove, creating an attractive focal feature.
Double-sided stoves don't just provide a spacious feel but also stunning fire visuals, due to their glass panels. They can be finished in stone or a chic blue, like the one above to complement a contemporary barn conversion, or opt for a more traditional cast iron model to fit a cottage aesthetic. Regardless of design, double-sided log burners are powerful sources of heat, with a variety of models that boast impressive outputs of kW and high efficiency ratings.
If you're looking for a log burner that could be a statement piece of interior design, you should consider a freestanding option. They are ideal for placing in the middle or corner of a large living area to add visual and warmth without taking up much floor space. They can also be customized with additional fixings like windows or canopy to achieve the desired appearance.
Wood-burning stoves are a must in any home. With a myriad of options you're bound to find one that suits your style. Browse our range of log-burning stoves to find the one that is ideal for your home.
Ecodesign regulations have made wood burners more sustainable and there's a lot of options for those looking for an approved, energy efficient DEFRA model. Our ME range is a great example, combining a stylish design with a powerful heat output of up to 5kW and an airwash system which keeps the glass clear. It's also available in a widescreen version suitable for recesses with shallower walls and comes with the added bonus of having Ecodesign certification level two.
If you're looking for something more eco-friendly than the typical wood burner, you can choose the popular go eco stove made by Stovax Gazco. The stove can be multi-fuel and is DEFRA-approved, with an emissions rating of only 5g/hour, and has the option to be upgraded to level five, which is Ecodesign compliant and 15 percent more efficient than a standard level two stove.