There are many different forms of coal and due to this, it is possible for each type to be given its own use. Coal ash is formed from burning coal in power plants that are used in order to produce electricity and instead of throwing it in a toxic landfill, the material is used for […]
Tuesday, June 20th 2017
A housefire can be a dangerous thing to have in the home which means it’s essential that it is correctly cared for. After all, it only takes a split second for a fire to spread if someone takes their eyes off it. Here at Pearson Fuels, we are all about fire safety which is why […]
Tuesday, June 13th 2017
America has been in the news on many occasions since Donald Trump managed to win the 2016 Presidential Election, however it usually isn’t the result of a positivity. Climate change is an issue that we as a population must be dedicated to tackling together, but the 45th President of the United States seems to have […]
Tuesday, June 6th 2017
Up until August 4th 1842, children played a very big part of the coal mining industry in the UK. In fact, before the law was passed and prevented women and children under the age of 10 from working in underground mines in Britain, it wasn’t uncommon for whole families to work in the mines in […]
Monday, June 5th 2017
Coal is a non-renewable fossil fuel and source of energy which means that whilst it is in abundance now, some time in the future our sources will run out and we will be forced to find other means of sustaining our way of life. Here at Pearson Fuels, we’re going to delve into the wonders […]
Wednesday, May 24th 2017
Just when you thought there weren’t enough types of coal in the world, you learn about the existence of smokeless coal! But what is so good about it? Smokeless coal is in fact a type of manmade coal that doesn’t produce any smoke when it is burning. The team here at Pearson Fuels sell smokeless […]
Thursday, May 18th 2017
It is quite shocking to know that some people think coal comes from the fossils of dinosaurs, who walked the earth just shy of 65 million years ago. In fact, coal is formed during a process known as coalification, which began millions of years before dinosaurs stepped foot on the planet’s surface. Here is the […]
Friday, May 12th 2017
Each job role comes with its own set of health and safety risks that all employees must abide by- however it is no secret that the mining industry has a reputation for being an all-round risky choice of employment. Despite this, mining doesn’t have to be completely unsafe as newly introduced technology allows us to […]
Wednesday, May 3rd 2017
Our focus here at Pearson Fuels seems to be on our range of different coals and we think that it is time that we shed some light on the other products that we sell too. After all, not everybody uses coal as a source of fuel! Here is the lowdown on firewood… Background Information A […]
Tuesday, April 25th 2017
Coal is a material that holds tremendous value in society as we all collectively rely on it so much. It has been used for hundreds upon hundreds of years in a range of different industries and it is safe to say that everything that has ever been built would crumble if coal was to vanish […]
Wednesday, April 12th 2017
In the UK, coal mining dates all the way back to the Roman times and occurred in different areas of the country. Unfortunately the coal mining industry in Britain collapsed after 1970, however twenty-six mines are still open. Here at Pearson Fuels, we’re going to give you the lowdown of coal mining in the United […]
Wednesday, April 5th 2017
Having problems keeping your firewood dry? Not to worry. Pearson Fuels sell products that might be able to help and we also have some top tips. Keeping your firewood dry can be hard, as there is moisture everywhere! It’s even harder to keep your firewood wood dry if the only place you can keep it […]
Wednesday, March 22nd 2017
What can we use coal for? Coal is called a fossil fuel because it is formed from the remains of plants that are as old as 400 million years. Heat and pressure produce chemical changes in the plant layers, making the oxygen come out, leaving rich carbon deposits behind. This then results in a solid […]
Thursday, February 23rd 2017
Ever wondered what the smoke from your coal fire is doing to your body? What it might be doing to your children? There are a few health risks that can be caused by the smoke of coal. Coal that produces a large amount of smoke can give your body a lot of health risks, for […]
Tuesday, February 21st 2017
Coal ash is produced from the burning of coal- it’s basically the powder that’s left behind once the coal has finished burning. Coal ash includes several by-products produced from burning coal, including: Fly Ash: a very fine, powdery material made of silica created from the burning of finely ground coal in a boiler. Bottom Ash: […]
Thursday, February 9th 2017
Coal mines are a way in which we are able to remove naturally formed coal from the earth when it has been submerged under for thousands of years. They are usually very large and very deep so miners will use a specific and safe method to excavate the fossil fuel. Here are the top 3 […]
Thursday, January 26th 2017
Coal can sometimes get a bad reputation. After all, for many years it was synonymous with the Clean Air Act and pollution. In fact, after President Obama’s Clean Power Plan which was introduced back in 2015, and The Pope’s public opinion on the abundance of natural gas, it’s no wonder coal is getting such an […]
Friday, January 20th 2017
Coal has been known as one of the dirtiest and most harmful fossil fuels that we use to generate power, such as electricity- after all, it was the cause of The Clean Air Act in 1956. The use of clean coal technology aims to help reduce the effects that coal has on the environment by […]
Friday, January 20th 2017
In just a couple of weeks, the vast majority of us will be crowded around the dining table as we get started on a delicious Christmas dinner, sharing rubbish jokes from crackers and fighting over the last of the apple sauce. In the midst of all this merriment, you’re bound to have a fire crackling […]
Monday, January 9th 2017
Coal is a strange fossil fuel because it can come in many varieties, shapes, colours and even sizes. The two main types of coal include smokeless coal and house coal- and here are some key characteristics to help differentiate between these two types… Smokeless Coal Smokeless coal burns much hotter and far brighter, which means […]
Monday, January 9th 2017
In the lead-up to Christmas, it’s extremely likely that a lot of us will be switching on the fire and grabbing a mug of hot chocolate, as we get ourselves all cosy throughout the cold winter nights. We are all fully aware of the important benefits that come from both owning a fireplace and from […]
Friday, December 30th 2016
In the lead-up to Christmas, it’s extremely likely that a lot of us will be switching on the fire and grabbing a mug of hot chocolate, as we get ourselves all cosy throughout the cold winter nights. We are all fully aware of the important benefits that come from both owning a fireplace and from […]
Wednesday, December 21st 2016
In 1956, the parliament of the United Kingdom issued the introduction of The Clean Air Act. It followed the Great Smog of 1952 in London and stayed in effect until 1964. It is an important part of UK history, which attempted to reduce air pollution around much of the country. Here is the lowdown on […]
Tuesday, December 6th 2016
Ah, Christmas. It’s the only time of year when it seems acceptable to eat our own body weight in mince pies and to listen to a full Michael Buble album on repeat. We all clamour to find the perfect presents, the fattest turkeys and the brightest lights in our attempts to create the perfect Christmas. […]
Tuesday, December 6th 2016
We’re nearly coming into December and it’s certainly time to curl up by the fireplace. The weather is getting colder, wetter and, ultimately, just downright horrible- which is exactly why we recommend grabbing a comfy blanket and getting the fire roaring. If you want to stay comfortably snug this winter, then a fireplace is absolutely […]
Friday, November 25th 2016
When people think of coal, the first thing that springs to mind is either old fashioned chimney sweeps covered head to toe in soot, or an open fire and marshmallows. Despite these somewhat scenic and aesthetic views of the coal we know today, this fossil fuel has many uses. Here are five… Coal power generates […]
Friday, November 25th 2016
Similar to the human body, trees and plants also contain quite a staggering amount of water. In fact, when a tree is cut down and chopped to be used as firewood, the moisture inside will still remain inside for quite a while even though the tree dies. In this state, firewood is called ‘green’. Due […]
Monday, November 21st 2016
It’s that time of year again. John Lewis have released their advert, snow is starting to fall and German markets are appearing all over the country- it must be coming up to Christmas. We’ll soon find ourselves running maniacally through the streets trying to find our child’s must-have toys, while simultaneously trying to get all […]
Monday, November 21st 2016
The dancing orange flames provided by coal can be captivating to the eye- however, if you don’t accurately care for the wellbeing of your chimney, it can have disastrous consequences. Here are a few of the dangers using coal as a fuel can have and the measures to take in order to prevent them… Over […]
Monday, November 14th 2016
Coal is usually thought of as a single black powdery rock type material which is used as a fuel to light fires and other appliances- however, unknown to many, there are actually a few different types of coals. Each has their own uses and benefits and here at Quality Coal, we’re going to give you […]
Wednesday, November 9th 2016
November is well underway and the weather has dropped to incredibly chilly climates, meaning that we’re approaching that time of year when all we want to do is put on a pair of thermals, grab a brew and cosy up in our living room. The thought of venturing outside isn’t a particularly appealing one as […]
Monday, November 7th 2016
Coal is mined from the earth as a fossil fuel and requires an extensive knowledge on the terminology surrounding the job. In fact, did you know that coal mining is a practice which goes back thousands of years? This means that the terminology which is used will have adapted continuously to become the modern glossary […]
Monday, November 7th 2016
With October nearly at an end, this means that we’re soon going to be busy wrapping ourselves up against the bite of the cold weather, as the rains turn icy and the winds become stronger across the UK. This change in the elements also means that it’s time to light up the old fireplaces or […]
Thursday, November 3rd 2016
Coal is a non-renewable fossil fuel which is used to help generate electricity, produce steel and even manufacture cement. This small block comes in many different shapes and sizes. In fact, it holds many properties and an interesting history. Here are 5 facts about coal you probably didn’t know… Coal is the cheapest energy provider […]
Thursday, November 3rd 2016
Here at Pearson Fuels, no matter what time of year it is, our kiln dried logs always prove to be a popular pick for our customers, not least of all because of the fantastic quality, efficiency and heat that they can bring to any home in need of trustworthy firewood supplied by leading coal merchants […]
Monday, March 14th 2016
Looking to keep your coal in pristine condition, dry and ready to burn no matter what the weather may be? Coal bunkers UK-wide are an essential addition for anyone looking to purchase smokeless coal or traditional house coal, as they allow for the purchase and effective storage of larger quantities of coal. Of course, this […]
Monday, March 14th 2016
At Pearson Fuels, we’re leading coal merchants Manchester-wide, so it goes without saying that we’re big fans of smokeless coal and all of the many benefits it has. A fireplace burning brightly with the hot glow and light of flames is a lovely image, after all, and the heat that results can create a tremendously […]
Friday, March 11th 2016
Can you feel that chill in the air? We might not be seeing snow falling around the country, but there’s definitely more than a few frosty gardens and frozen ponds letting us know that winter definitely isn’t going to let go of the British climate without a fight. What this means for all of us […]
Thursday, February 18th 2016
A Little Enhancement – Coal Merchants Manchester As leading coal merchants Manchester-wide we have years and years of experience delivering top quality fuels for a tremendous range of customers, no matter where they might be or what they might need. There’ll always be a need for great fuel, after all, and in much the same […]
Thursday, February 18th 2016