Although it may seem like common sense to regularly clean a coal powered stove, a surprising number of homeowners do not abide by this maintenance responsibility. After all, stove cleanliness is necessary in order to promote safety, efficiency and quality. Here at Pearson Fuels, we supply a wide range of different coal products and we want our clients to understand why and how a stove should be cleaned. Read on to find out more information…

Should a stove cool down before it is cleaned?

A traditional coal powered stove is crafted from metals like cast iron and this means that they will get very hot when they are being used. As a result, homeowners should only clean the inside of their stove after it has been given a 12-24 hour cooling off period as this ensures that the case is safe to touch and that any ash in the ash tray will not cause any dangerous burns.

What tools are needed to clean a coal stove?

Preparation is key when it comes to cleaning a coal stove and there are several tools that are required in order to get the job done to a high-quality standard. For example, a piece of tarp or plastic should be placed on the ground around the stove in order to ensure that any fallen ash does not stain the carpet; a nylon brush can be used in order to brush the interior of the stove and loosen the residue and a small hand shovel made from cast iron ensures that any ash deposits are removed. Interestingly, many homeowners also use a vacuum cleaner to clear away the debris that a shovel cannot collect.

How is the glass front of a stove cleaned?

Although a coal stove is covered on all sides in order to encase the flames, the front is often fitted with a glass panel which allows the homeowner to see the flames as their fuel burns. Luckily, it is very easy to clean with a damp lint-free cloth, however chemical based sprays that are flammable should never be used as any residual material can be dangerous when the stove is lit.

Here at Pearson Fuels, we know that carbon-based fuels like coal and firewood let off by-products during combustion that must be cleared away regularly. After all, chimney sweeping alone is often not enough to ensure that a stove is safe for use. To find out more information about why a stove must be cleaned every 6 weeks, get in contact with the best coal merchants on the market and ask a member of the Pearson Fuels team today!