5 Laws That Will Help To Improve The Outside Wood Burners Industry
What You Need to Know About Outdoor Wood Burners
Outdoor wood burners are an affordable method of heating homes and businesses. They also help reduce dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels and help to create a more resilient energy strategy.
A well-seasoned wood is vital for efficient burning. Wood that is not seasoned or green may contain more moisture that can create creosote and reduce performance.
Efficient
Outdoor wood burners have been in use for many years. They are an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly way to heat your home. However, the standard design of OWBs that encourages an unsteady, cooler fire which results in less combustion and a higher amount of smoke, creosote and particulates. These unburned fuels could cause health problems as well as fire hazards, and can also harm the environment.
Additionally the visible smoke puffs that OWBs create can make neighbors complain. This may result in DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation), taking enforcement action. This kind of issue could negatively impact the value of your property and could lead to your OWB being closed down.
Crown Royal Stoves offers a line of EPA Certified outdoor wood furnaces that are referred to as the Pristine Gasification Series that utilizes technology to increase the efficiency of combustion for a clean, smoke-free burn. This is achieved by using a negative pressure air system that draws fresh, dry, hot clean air in from the bottom of the boiler and pushes it out through the chimney at a much greater rate than traditional outdoor wood boilers. This is accomplished by the unique design of a multi-pass, water-filled heat exchanger made from 409 Titanium Enhanced Stainless Steel.
When properly used correctly, when properly used, the Pristine Gasification Series OWB can attain the highest efficiency of combustion, which is 99% for a cleaner, smokeless fire that consumes less wood and produces less carbon dioxide than traditional OWBs. To enhance the effectiveness of your OWB, it is important to burn only dry, clean, seasoned wood. It is recommended to get your wood seasoned for a period of six months or a year prior to burning it. This will ensure the most efficient and clean burn.
In addition to maximizing the efficiency of your wood burner and enhancing its efficiency by executing an "dry burn" every week. This method helps to eliminate creosote build up, keeps your boiler in good condition and extends its lifespan. In addition, by adding a creosote removal stick every time you fill your stove, you will be able to dramatically reduce the amount of creosote you use. The product is available through Wisconsin Wood Furnace.
Clean
The soot particles left behind after burning wood can make a stove appear very dirty. They are difficult to get rid of, so clean any buildup that may be on the glass of your stove as soon as you notice it. If not, the soot will begin to get harder and become more difficult to get rid of. Using the right cleaners for the job is vital however, you must also ensure that you're not damaging the surface of the glass with anything that could scratch it. This could result in an area of weakness that could shatter glass when exposed high temperatures.
Be sure to let your wood burner cool completely before cleaning it. Be sure to cover the area surrounding it with newspaper. This will prevent the ash from spilling and staining surfaces.
Based on the quality of the wood you select, it can take up to a year for your stove to be properly seasoned. The wood that is seasoned will not only burn more efficiently, but will also produce less creosote. This is the material which accumulates on your fireplace, reducing its efficiency and creating an opportunity for fire hazards. If you are using unseasoned wood or just starting a new fire in your outdoor wood burner the best thing to do is to open the back door to the lower part and scoop the ashes into a non-combustible bin every week.
A sediment flush should be performed on your boiler every four years. This is a straightforward flush that takes five seconds from the bottom drain valve on your boiler. This will eliminate any sediment that has built up inside the system and keep your boiler in great operating condition.
After you have cleaned the exterior of your fireplace outside It is now time to clean it. Before you begin, it's important to cover the area around the stove with newspaper. Wearing gloves and eye protection is an excellent idea. You should also have a metal ash container, a scraping tool and a shovel. You can make use of a cloth as shield to shield the refractory from damage while you take off coal and ash deposits.
Simple to operate
Despite their popularity (they were among the 1990s' "it" trends, along with mullet haircuts) outdoor wood boilers, also referred to as outdoor furnaces or outdoor wood hydronic heaters, are often misunderstood. Contrary to the EPA's popular wood stoves that are designed to burn at low, constant temperatures, these heaters use a higher fire rate and generate more smoke when operating. Certain local governments restrict or ban their use.
small wood burning stove are best used to heat homes with a high insulation level. The visible, smoldering smoke is also a cause of complaint with neighbors, and has led to many OWBs being shut-down or sued in the past. For OWBs dry wood that has lower moisture content is required to function effectively. Using green or unseasoned wood reduces efficiency, leads to creosote to build up and may cut down the life of the burner. A moisture meter will help you determine the time it takes for wood to dry.
Dual-stage wood gasification (OWGB) boilers are, on the other hand they employ a three-step procedure which makes use of the energy available in the wood. This results in less smoke. These furnaces are more efficient than conventional OWBs, and are suitable for various fuels. Wood gasification boilers require dry well-seasoned and seasoned firewood. Most wood will season within a year, however oak and other hardy species may take two years or more to fully season. This is because they have lower amount of water and a higher density. This allows them retain heat for longer, thus increasing efficiency and reducing pollution. The EPA's "Burn Wise" website and Cornell Cooperative Extension can help homeowners learn more about burning wood efficiently in order to reduce air pollution.
Low Maintenance
Modern outdoor wood stoves are engineered to be environmentally friendly. In contrast to indoor wood burners which emit significant smoke, modern outdoor furnaces burn cleanly and without the release of excessive heat or carbon monoxide. They also require less wood to produce the same amount heat as traditional stoves.
Outdoor wood burners also require less maintenance than indoor wood burners, and are more tolerant in regards to the moisture content of the wood. However, outdoor wood burners can only be used with properly seasoned or "cured" wood. Certain kinds of wood can last for up to a year. It is crucial to make use of a moisture meter to measure the amount of water of your wood prior to loading.
During operation it is important to examine the system on a regular basis for the accumulation of creosote. Creosote is a byproduct from combustion and can build up in the flue and chimney in the event that it is not cleaned frequently. It can be eliminated using a special creosote removal product that is poured into the flame. Regular cleaning of the chimney and flue will help eliminate dangerous creosote buildup and improve efficiency.
Crown Royal Stoves developed a new airflow technology known as Negative Pressure Gasification to ensure 99% efficiency in combustion. This technology is used in our EPA certified Pristine Series Outdoor Wood Furnaces to pull air up from the bottom and push all gases through an insulated secondary combustion chamber which is surrounded by water, with easy-to-clean turbulators. The result is a smokeless and pollution-free burn.