https://dolan-mcginnis.hubstack.net/5-laws-anybody-working-in-wood-burner-fireplace-should-be-aware-of https://output.jsbin.com/tonaneqihi/ How to Properly Install and Maintain an Outdoor Wood Burner Outdoor wood burners, sometimes called wood boilers, appear like small sheds with a short smoke stack. They are heated by water, or a mixture of antifreeze and water which is then circulated throughout the house. When used in conjunction with dry wood and EPA-approved outdoor boilers, they can provide an environmentally-friendly alternative to fossil heating. However, they still generate substantial amounts of smoke. Energy Efficiency Wood heat has been a popular choice for heating homes for centuries. Today, with fluctuating prices for fossil fuels it is a reasonable choice for a lot of people. Wood boilers are not all built with the same effectiveness. As a rule models that utilize wood gasification technology are more efficient than standard outdoor wood furnaces (OWBs). There are that impact the energy efficiency of an OWB. One factor is the quality and quantity of the firewood. It is important to choose only firewood that has been seasoned and dried for at least six month at the very least for a full year. Dry firewood releases more heat into the atmosphere than wet, green firewood. It also burns more efficiently and creates less pollution. The boiler's rate of combustion is a further aspect. This is the percentage of heat that is converted by the stove into usable heat. It is common for manufacturers to advertise the efficiency of their OWBs, however it is important to look at the efficiency of the product. The latter is a measurement of how much heat generated by the wood is delivered to your home. In the end, it is essential to properly operate the OWB to ensure its efficiency. This includes cleaning and maintaining the vent on a regular basis. The flue must be cleaned on a weekly basis during the heating season to avoid blockages and to reduce the amount of smo