https://canvas.instructure.com/eportfolios/3415858/home/10-cheap-wood-burning-stove-tricks-all-experts-recommend The Benefits of Wood Stoves A wood burning stove will create a warm and cozy atmosphere in any room. There is no longer a need for traditional fireplaces that emit smoke new regulations are in place. The new DEFRA Smoke Exempt Appliances have lower emissions and permit the burning of logs in any UK smoke-control area. They are still responsible for high levels of PM2.5. Cleaner Burning Wood burning and open fire stoves release large quantities of fine particles, especially when they are not maintained in a proper manner. According to a recent report by the European Environmental Bureau a single household wood stove produces as much particulates in an hour as six diesel vehicles. These emissions are the main cause of air pollutants and cause health problems for those who live near roads, where pollution is often more severe. These emissions also have an impact on the climate as pollutants can travel across borders and impact the entire world. The good news is that wood burners are cleaner now than they used to be, and this is due to the technological advancements. The government is also planning to ban the sale of conventional household coal and restrict the sale of wet, dry wood, which is found in garage forecourts. It will also ensure that all new stoves comply with EU eco design regulations. These new wood burning stoves will use a more efficient method of combustion that will reduce emissions substantially. Modern log burners come with an 'airwash' system, which can also protect against dirty glass. This works by drawing in an air flow around the stove glass, which keeps it clean, even when the fire is still burning. However, older wood stoves don't have this, which is the reason why sooty glass on older models is more common. Luckily, the majority of modern stoves have this feature, and a good cleaning schedule will help to keep it looking like new. J