This 5kW woodburning stove is engineered from cast iron, plate steel and ceramic glass. Arc with store stand,£1,595, Charnwood
When it comes to picking the right stove for your home, it’s not advisable to simply choose the one you think looks the nicest. In fact, there are many elements to consider, from fuel type and heat output to the flue, hearth and how it’s installed. So, here are your key options and a rough guideline for how much you’re likely to pay overall for your ideal appliance.
Fuel options
Your stove will be set up to function alongside a certain type of fuel, and the different parts needed cause variations in price. Thinking ahead, bear in mind that the availability and cost of fuel will affect how much you’ll spend on running your heating appliance in the long term.
“Woodburners are usually less expensive to manufacture than stoves that burn coal or other mineral fuels because the latter usually has an additional grate (to allow air to circulate from below the fire) and an ash pan,” says Mark Blewitt from Esse. Expect to pay from around £500 for a good quality 4kW woodburning stove, but as with all appliances, prices vary dramatically depending on style, features and output. Timber is generally an affordable and readily available fuel, especially if you have a local supply.