Woodburning
Stoves - Essential Information
From
The Open Fire Centre, Yorkshire St., Oldham, Lancashire:
| Is my home suitable for a stove How big does the stove need to be Woodburning, Multi-fuel. What's the difference Which Fuel is best Can I burn coal I live in a smoke control area What is EN13240 & Does it affect me Where can I buy wood Which type of wood is best Cast Iron or Steel - Which is best Why should my chimney be lined What is "Airwash" What is "Cleanburn" What is HETAS and how does it affect me What size of flue do I need I have not got a chimney What clearances do I need around the stove Do I need a hearth Who should fit it, can I fit it myself Do I need to inform the Local Council Is it safe to buy on the Internet |
What clearances do I need
to allow around my stove? There are various clearances laid down under Building Regulations Document J. Additionally the manufacturers may specify their own recommendations or requirements. The clearances depend on a bewildering array of circumstances. and can not be simply quoted here. There are clearances from flue pipes to unprotected combustable materials - beams etc. - different clearances from protected beams, clearances from stoves to combustible floor components, clearances from stoves to combustible beams, distances from stoves through walls to combustible materials on the other side etc. etc. Your Stove Specialist is the only person realistically qualified to advise. Remember that if you get it wrong, you could have a fire and your insurance company will be less than impressed if you do not meet Building Regulations. |