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advantage of their installation capabili- ties. A professional retailer will be able to offer full installation via an appropriately accredited installer, as well as guidance on chimney construction and liner installation, so getting in touch with them early in a project pays dividends. Ensuring clients are aware of the
importance of maintenance and choosing the right fuel once building work is complete and the property is occupied is vital. Having the chimney swept at least once a year, and a programme of regular maintenance to the stove consumables such as sealant rope, is imperative to trouble-free operation. But fundamental to stove performance
operation characteristics during specification, alongside the client wish- list, as these are the best guide as to what is a well-made appliance. While perhaps the least exciting of the
specification considerations, appliance output is crucial. Getting it right will ensure warmth, comfort and ambience. Getting it wrong can lead to overheating or cold spots. Local independent stove and fireplace retailers are ideally placed to offer advice and guidance on stove output. Many housebuilders will undoubtedly be
in touch with their local retailer and installer from previous projects, but if not, it’s well worth getting to know them. As well as the specification and
installation knowledge they can offer, a well-stocked independent showroom gives clients the opportunity to see their chosen design up close and, very often, in operation.
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE & FUEL Another benefit of close ties with an independent retailer is the ability to take
is fuel. Wood fuel should have a moisture content of less than 20 per cent to ensure maximum efficiency and minimum emissions. The Woodsure Ready to Burn scheme certifies wood fuel to be below 20 per cent moisture content, and it is sensible to advise clients to look for this certification when buying wood fuel. Finally, don’t forget to consider fuel storage within plans for a development by specifying a dry and well-ventilated space for log storage.
Erica Malkin is secretary general of The Stove Industry Alliance (SIA)
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