Reasons for Buying Wood Burners from New Zealand

Posted by thefireplacetechnician on January 16th, 2021

Why do homeowners prefer wood burners in New Zealand when there are plenty of other options in the market? While a wood-burning stove sounds primitive, its advantages make it attractive. Below is a breakdown of all the reasons why you should invest in a wood burner in New Zealand.

Energy efficient

Perhaps it's because wood burners are often associated to open fireplaces that some people get the wrong idea that they are not good at keeping heat. The truth is that wood burners are designed to be energy efficient with most of them featuring Cleanburn technology. While open fires only have 10% to 20% efficiency, wood burning stoves have up to 86% efficiency. That means only 14% of the heat is lost by escaping to the chimney. When it comes to keeping homes warm and toasty, wood burners are excellent.

Creates a cosy ambience

Newer models of wood burners in New Zealand are now compact and look modern but they can still recreate the cosy atmosphere that people love about open fireplaces. Wood burners produce real flames, which add appeal and feeling of warmth to your living room.

Excellent heat output

Electric stoves are convenient to use but they have low heat outputs. Most of them only have up to 2kW, which may not be enough to keep you warm during the coldest winter days. Wood burning stoves are better because they are available in a wider range of sizes with varying heat output levels. They are the most powerful and reliable source of heat, especially during an outage.

Save on energy bills 

The rising costs of electricity and fuel are some of the reasons why homeowners are switching to wood burning stoves. Do the same and you won't have to spend much on gas and electricity for heating. All you need is to buy fuel and logs, which are easily available and are significantly cheaper. You may also use brush clippings, wood chips, grass, lumber yard waste, and other types of wood compatible with the model of your wood burner. 

Eco-friendly

Sure, burning wood releases carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. But carbon dioxide is absorbed by trees, and it increases their growing capacity. This carbon-neutral process is another reason why wood burning stoves are considered more environment-friendly than other options.

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The Fireplace technician is one of the best fireplace maintenance and service providers in the greater South Auckland area.  They sell and install all types of solid fuel and gas heaters – as well as provide professional chimney and flue cleaning, replacement flue systems, repairs, tiling, hearths and fire surrounds.