HEATING , VENTILATION & INSULATION
budget models and premium models is significant . Given the cost of a reputable kiln dried wood supply these days , whilst many may be drawn to the cheaper initial outlay of cost-effective models , a high-quality reputable model significantly more expensive in the initial purchase , can quickly earn its keep with wood consumption rates being up to a 3rd of budget models . If factoring that a good quality imported 6kW unit uses around 1.8kg / hr of wood , costing around £ 1.55 per hour , it ’ s not difficult to see costs soar when inefficient units can easily be using 3kg per hour plus . It remains the preferred choice by most outside of London , where wood supply is perhaps less of a premium and smokecontrolled zones are less stringent .
£ 1.50 and thus offer a really good daily heating method for localised rooms , especially in the evenings after work where the time to light a solid fuel fire is just not worth the hassle . New technology has now also been introduced with variable valve systems , thus reducing the overall gas consumption without losing flame volume and effect . A prime example of this is the Kalfire Gi series , which is available with an output of between 1.9kW and 6.7kW and you can reduce the output as a percentage of maximum output at the touch of a button .
Wood
The home of fire and how it all started . Arguably still the most natural of all fuel sources and with the highest energy outputs ranging from 3kW to 16kW typically . Efficiencies have also received major technological advancements with air flow optimisation and the difference in consumption of wood between
Conclusion
I believe the conclusion is simple , there is no perfect choice , but what there is , is the perfect choice for the individual . As much as cost is the driver of today , when factoring all the above into a decision , I do not believe running cost alone is the driving force . A fireplace is a significant investment into any home or space , and choosing the right option for the space is far more cost effective overall than the cheapest product . So , the responsibility remains on all of us , to ask the right questions and understand all the factors . All of a sudden , the right choice becomes the only choice .
For more information about your requirements , please contact Marble Hill Fireplaces Ltd , and we will be sure to help navigate you through the minefield of options available so that you too can make the right choice
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