As one of the most popular fuels on the market, it is important to source your firewood correctly or else you can end up spending a lot of money on something that you cannot even use. Here at Pearson Fuels, we consider ourselves the experts in the industry and in this blog we are going […]
Friday, October 12th 2018
With more and more people looking to alternative ways to heat their home and their water, we get asked a lot of questions about what the best alternative option is. Outdoor wood boiler Although fairly rare in the UK, some people in harder to reach areas make great use of outdoor wood boilers. You can […]
Tuesday, October 9th 2018
To ensure that all coal suppliers adhered to high standards of quality, the Coal Trade Code was established in 1962. The code set the standards that all coal suppliers must adhere to, to be acknowledged as a bona-fide, certified coal merchant. To be a certified coal merchant, a supplier must have the best quality coal […]
Tuesday, October 2nd 2018
If you want to heat your home effectively and save money whilst doing it, then you want your stove to run as economically as possible. It doesn’t matter if you have a brand spanking new or a ruffled old home stove, there are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the […]
Thursday, September 27th 2018
When you are burning wood in your home stove or fireplace, it is important that you are burning the right wood. But what constitutes as the right type of wood? To get the most out of your stove you need to be burning firewood that is properly sourced and dried. But why is it so […]
Tuesday, September 25th 2018
Our energy consumption can end up costing us hundreds of pounds a year, but do you know how much energy you use to heat your home? Some homes can use around 20,000 kWh a year, whilst others may be using more like 10,000 kWh. Although many people have a rough idea how much they spend […]
Thursday, September 20th 2018
We hate to break it to you all, but summer is well and truly over. The grey mist is descending all over the UK, the shorts have been tucked to the back of the wardrobe and the beer gardens are reminiscent of The Specials ‘Ghost Town’. But it isn’t all doom and gloom, autumn is […]
Tuesday, September 18th 2018
Water leaks are one of the most destructive things that can happen to your chimney and stove. The masonry which makes up a chimney is made of various materials, all of which are adversely affected by water. A chimney’s design protects it from the damaging effects of water, from the top down. The cap, the […]
Friday, September 14th 2018
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Wednesday, September 12th 2018
Smokeless fuel is a necessity for homeowners who live in smoke free areas and wish to burn fuel in a home stove or open fireplace. Whilst smokeless fuels can be found naturally in the form of anthracite, most of the ones you will find in the local garage, supermarket or coal merchants will be manufactured. […]
Wednesday, September 12th 2018
Multi-fuel and wood burning stoves are the two main home stoves on today’s market. Both have their benefits, but the all-important question is – which one is better? When most people think of a home stove they tend to think of a wood burner. But having a multi-fuel stove also allows you to burn other […]
Thursday, September 6th 2018
Even though changes are constantly being made to the stove industry: from new safety features to more unique styles, ultimately, a lot of these changes tend to be only minor tweaks and alterations to the current systems. Most modern-day, wood-burning/multi-fuel stoves are highly efficient, but how much do they differ from their older counterparts? Built […]
Tuesday, September 4th 2018
As the experts in everything coal related, the team here at Pearson Fuels recognise why some people may call us biased when we say that the fossil fuel is the best on the market. Luckily, we have some interesting facts in order to back up our controversial statement. Read on to find out why we […]
Monday, September 3rd 2018
In order for the coal we burn in our homes to get there, it has to undergo a process known as coal mining. In fact, there is an entire industry based around removing the fossil fuel from deep within the earth. Here at Pearson Fuels, we recognise that we talk a lot about coal itself […]
Monday, September 3rd 2018
In today’s society, we are all educated in the ways in which burning fuels can affect the environment. Protecting the environment has become a major issue and if we are to create a world in which future generations can live healthy lives, then it is important to find renewable energy sources and sustainable ways of […]
Tuesday, August 21st 2018
They come in many shapes and sizes and are pressed with different patterns, but all charcoal briquettes start out in a similar fashion. All charcoal begins its life as wood which is heated in an oxygen-poor environment. Without oxygen the wood is incapable of actually catching on fire – instead, everything inside the wood, except […]
Monday, August 20th 2018
Every year, more and more people are installing wood and coal burning home stoves and fireplaces to experience the comforting aesthetic they bring to your home. As well as being functional they also provide a focal point during casual family gatherings. Although they are great functional additions, they can also make a bit of a […]
Thursday, August 9th 2018
Wood and Multi-Fuel stoves are perfect additions to our homes, but unfortunately, they are not without their problems. Knowing how to look after your homes stove is one thing but being able to recognise when things aren’t going according to plan is a vital skill that will help you avoid costly repairs. As with any […]
Tuesday, July 31st 2018
Owning a multi-fuel or woodburning stove doesn’t make us an expert unfortunately; problems can occur and if you don’t know what to look out for, those problems can spiral out of control and become much bigger – and much more expensive – problems. More often than not, the simple problems or quirks that happen from […]
Tuesday, July 31st 2018
Freshly cut wood can contain 100% moisture. This means that the water in the wood outweighs the wood itself. Trying to build a fire from this wet wood is incredibly difficult, as you need to get rid of most of that moisture before the wood can burn properly. This wet wood is often referred to […]
Thursday, July 26th 2018
Installing a wood or coal burning device to heat our home or provide hot water can be beneficial to some by taking the pressure off other heating options, but how do you know which one is more suited to you and your home? There are positives and negatives to using wood or coal, so it […]
Wednesday, July 18th 2018
If your outdoor grill has been seeing some more action than usual this summer, with family BBQ’s and world cup parties, then now is an important time to give it a good clean. If you want to keep making great food on your BBQ for the rest of the summer, then you need to keep […]
Monday, July 16th 2018
With a large portion of the UK’s imported firewood now arriving from Eastern Europe, there are increasing concerns around the integrity of the supply. The volume of firewood being imported has increased dramatically over the last 3-4 years. The upscaling of production must coincide with an increase in quality assurance, ensuring the elimination of pests […]
Thursday, July 12th 2018
The smart meter revolution set targets to put a device in every home by 2020, but now the government has drastically reduced those targets, letting homeowners opt out and return to their old fashioned manual meters if they desire. Since being introduced in 2009 the smart meters have been plagued with problems and now, according […]
Monday, July 9th 2018
Britain is home to a large number of disused coal mines dotted across the landscape. To make use of these currently unused plots of land, technology is being developed that will be able to tap into geothermal hot water deep underground. The production of central heating in the UK is currently dominated by natural gas, […]
Monday, July 2nd 2018
Since its first creation the axe hasn’t changed much. It may be one of the oldest tools known to mankind, yet for all that time it has been used, it still has a few problems. Traditional axe designs are difficult to work with and do have their dangers when attempting to split wood for firewood. […]
Wednesday, June 27th 2018
In an attempt to save money, we often fall into false economical traps which end up costing us more in the long run. Buying cheaper products that run out faster, break sooner, or simply don’t work at all, leads to us paying more to replace the cheap products we bought in the first place. The […]
Friday, June 22nd 2018
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a by-product of burning solid fuel: it is invisible, and odourless, and it can kill. Although it normally passes harmlessly out of our chimney when we burn solid fuel in a stove or open fireplace, if a chimney is blocked or becomes faulty, then Carbon Monoxide can enter our home and […]
Tuesday, June 19th 2018
If you often buy smokeless fuels, then you have probably noticed the sheer amount of size options available across different stores. Does the size of the briquette have such a dramatic effect on the performance of the fire, or is it simply a marketing scheme to make it seem as though there is more choice? […]
Tuesday, June 12th 2018
Home fireplaces are the perfect addition to our homes in winter and to our gardens in the summer evenings where we can sit around them and enjoy time together with family. Lit fires do pose a danger, however, when it comes to having animals. Our pets love to lay around the fire too, but owners […]
Wednesday, June 6th 2018
Fireplaces have moved away from simply being a functional piece of home heating to being a visual design piece that blends with the rest of our home and even adds to our home’s aesthetic. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular design trends to see how people are making a statement with […]
Monday, June 4th 2018
For those debating whether to install a fireplace in their home, the most common question they have to ask themselves is which type of fuel they want to burn. With a multi-fuel stove that problem is solved. These stove types allow you to burn a number of different fuel types in the same fireplace without […]
Monday, June 4th 2018
In the UK most who own a fireplace only use it for a few months each year. As the weather gets warmer the fireplace becomes an after thought as the warmer weather means our central heating and coal or wood burning fire aren’t required to heat our homes. Whilst most people are guilty of the […]
Monday, May 21st 2018
Outdoor firepits can really transform an outdoor space into somewhere everyone wants to spend time. In summer it is nice for cooking on and sitting round into the night; at other times of the year it also makes a nice gathering point for you and guests. They provide warmth, spark creativity and discussion, ignite passion […]
Friday, May 11th 2018
If your fireplace hasn’t been used for a while it can become the perfect entry point for rodents such as, rats, mice and even squirrels in some cases, to find their way into your home. Houses are well constructed to keep these access points for small animals limited, after all, no one wants rodents making […]
Wednesday, May 9th 2018
Stoves come in two main material types: Steel or Cast Iron. When it comes to choosing the right one for your home, it is best to know the benefits – and the drawbacks – of each one. Traditionally cast iron was seen as the superior choice due to its high heat retention and durability. But […]
Tuesday, April 24th 2018
When you’re buying a fuel burning stove for your home it is important to weigh up the benefits of both cast iron and steel models. Both materials are used to make stunning stoves and fireplaces that are unique additions to your home and can blend seamlessly with the design of your living space. There are […]
Monday, April 23rd 2018
Equipping your home with a multi fuel stove isn’t just a luxurious extravagance. Having a stove can actually have a number of benefits; from being a decorative centrepiece to greatly increasing the efficiency and warmth of your home, even saving you money. Benefit of Installing A Stove When used correctly, multi fuel stoves can be […]
Monday, April 23rd 2018
Because of the Clean Air Act, most parts of the UK are under smoke control areas. To abide by these laws, you can’t emit smoke from a chimney unless you are using an approved fuel type, or your appliance is exempt, for example, burners or stoves. It is the responsibility of the resident to find […]
Wednesday, April 4th 2018
Having your chimney cleaned regularly is very important. If you can’t remember the last time your flue was flushed, then it’s probably about time you had it done. Without cleaning, dangerous levels of creosote can build up within the chimney, causing fires to break out. When we think of chimney sweeps, an ashen and dusty […]
Thursday, March 22nd 2018