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Multi Fuel Log Burner

A multi fuel Clarke Log Burner burner is a stove that is designed to burn not just wood but also coal and smokeless fuels like anthracite. They are used as a heat source for homes and are often connected to a central heating system.

Multi-fuel stoves come with an air vent that is located in the front of the firebox. This allows them to control the amount air that flows through the grate. This allows the burning of coal, mineral fuels and wood.

Fuels that are smokeless

A fuel that is smokeless like anthracite or coke, is a solid fossil that does not release smoke when it is burned. The reason for this is the absence of volatile substances. When burned volatile matter, it creates smoke and sulfur oxide. It is important to choose a fuel with no volatile matter.

Anthracite, a natural rock that contains high levels of carbon and few impurities It is used to create smokeless fuels. It is a hard, slow-burning fuel which can be difficult to ignite, but once it has lit will burn for a long time with the blue flame and very little smoke.

It is often combined to create briquettes, which are much easier to ignite and produce longer lasting heat. These briquettes can be called ovals or smokeless coal. The briquettes we sell are created by breaking down anthracite to dust, then drying it out.

Briquettes with this type of briquette are more adaptable than anthracite because they can be used in multi fuel stoves, open fires and room heaters. They also produce a cleaner flame with less sulfur dioxide and as much as 20 percent less carbon dioxide than regular house coal when burnt.

Many of our clients are moving away from traditional house coals to smokeless fuels. This is not just better on your chimney and flue, but also better for the environment. This is especially the case for those who live in an area with an area for smoke control.

The reason smokeless fuels are better for the environment is that they don't create as much ash as traditional house coal, which can lead to obstructions and damage to your stove. They also burn hotter for longer so the fuel burns longer and releases fewer emissions so it is healthier for you as well as the environment. Our most popular smokeless fuel is Excel which is authorised to be used in smoke-controlled areas and is endorsed by HETAS the official body endorsed by the government. Excel is a rounded briquette which is easy to light and has good air flow. It can be used in both open or closed appliances.

Coal

People are often under the impression that they can use household coal in a log burner but this isn't recommended. Homemade coal can cause damage to the stove and could be dangerous for your health because it releases carbon monoxide. It is also more soiled than wood and can't be employed in smoke control zones. If you do decide to burn coal, it is best to use non-smoke fuels such as anthracite which are HETAS and DEFRA approved. They can be used in smoke control areas.

If you're using coal, create a fire on an unclean grate. A multi fuel stove is likely to have a vented grate which is designed to allow air to be able to flow under the grate and there is an ash pan underneath. It is recommended to put a small pile of tinder at the bottom of your fire and build on as the fire gets bigger. This will stop the coal from burning too quickly and increase its heat.

Anthracite coal has a higher density than the normal household coal and thus requires an elevated temperature to light, but it releases a lot of heat once it is caught on the flame. It has a higher energy content and lasts longer than other types of. You should only burn dry kiln-dried coal that has been treated prior to burning to eliminate some of the moisture that could cause it to burn at a high rate.

If you're burning coal in a multi fuel stove, it is essential that you keep an area of tinder and kindling near the bottom of the fire in order to prevent the coal from burning too fast. Then you can slowly add larger pieces of coal over the kindling and tinder. This will stop the coal from burning too fast and releasing dangerous fumes.

It is important to always adhere to the manufacturer's guidelines for your stove. This includes making sure that the wood has been dried before use. Ideally it should have been split and seasoned for a minimum of two years before you begin using it, but if this is not possible then kiln drying is an option.

Briquettes made of turf or peat

Multi fuel freestanding log burner burners allow you to burn various solid fuels like peat and turf, in addition to wood or anthracite. They're generally cheaper than traditional firewood, and could save you money on your heating bills.

Peat briquettes are made from peat shredded that is then compressed and dried to create an inert, slow-burning, smoke-free domestic fuel. They were developed in Ireland in the 1950s and have largely replaced sods of raw peat as a fuel for domestic use. Peat Briquettes are more efficient than sods of raw peat and also produce fewer carbon dioxide emissions.

The first briquettes were known as culm bombs and made of wet clay as binder. This made them difficult to light and they were ash-rich, which could block air flow through the grate of a stove. The latest briquettes are mechanically cut and then pressed under pressure to replicate the geological processes that made coal. They are less susceptible to blockage and can be lit with just tiny pieces of dry peat.

When they burn, the briquettes release gases which create low-smoke flames. They are lighter than traditional wood fires. They can be used either in a fireplace insert or a stove that is designed to hold briquettes.

The majority of DIY and wood stores carry these. They can be stored in a heated shed or garage in a dry location. Avoid stacking the logs as this will increase their moisture content, which can reduce their burning efficiency.

In the past peat was cut by hand using a knife called a"slean. It was left to dry in the summer, before being burned for warmth during autumn and winter. Peat bogs are rich with biodiversity however, they disappear faster than they can grow. As they do this, they absorb carbon dioxide and contribute to global warming.

The image above shows a field in Ballyforan, County Offaly in 2021. About 20 percent of Ireland's peat bogs remain intact. The remainder are harvested using excavators or special equipment. This is a significant departure from the previous methods where many harvesting operations for peat utilized long knives such as this to cut turf and moss.

Wood

Multi fuel stoves are made to burn a range of solid fuels. The fuels are put into the firebox by means of doors and the stove is heated by the hot gases that are produced by the combustion of the solid fuels. The gasses are pumped through the chimney by an exhaust system. You can watch the flames through a glass window. There are typically air vents that control the quantity of oxygen that is pumped into the stove.

There are many kinds of wood which can be used as fuel, although the best wood for a log burner is"seasoned," which means it has been dried and cut for a long time to reduce the moisture content that hinders its efficient burning. The wood that is seasoned burns more quickly and produces more heat. Kiln dried or unseasoned logs are also available, but they take much longer to burn, and they also produce more smoke.

When lighting a multi fuel log burner, the grate must be lined with tiny bits of kindling and then the fuel placed on top. A few firelighters may be added, followed by more coal or briquettes laid around them. The firelighters may be lit directly, and once they are burning continuously, the rest the fuel is added to keep them burning.

A good way to maintain the fire in a multi fuel stove is to keep the grate in good condition, particularly after each use. This will allow the fuel to burn more efficiently and stop the accumulation of ash and blocking the air flow. The ash pan that sits beneath the grate on most modern multifuel stoves must be cleaned regularly to avoid it from overflowing.

Anthracite is a great fuel for a multi-fuel stove. It can be purchased at a price similar to wood, however it burns hotter and produces less smoke. It is available in bags or by the tonne according to how much you need. It is also possible to fit a woodburning conversion kit onto certain multifuel stoves, which will allow you to burn coal and wood.