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Wood stoves aren't just a relic of old homes. They are becoming increasingly trendy in the UK again now.

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They were really, erm, hot over a decade ago. I've always wanted one having grown up in a house (UK) with log fires. But the particulate pollution is really bad and that sadly killed the dream for me. Many areas ("smoke control areas" under the Clean Air Act) don't allow them any more as they were bringing down air quality considerably.

https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules

hnlmorgOP3y ago

There’s a considerable amount of the U.K. that are not inside the smoke control areas.

My friend runs a shop that sells indoor and outdoor wood burners. I picked up a rather nice Belgian made outdoor heater from him too. It’s got a super tall chimney and is surrounded by glass panelling. Looks amazing.

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pbhjpbhj3y ago

https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules

hnlmorgOP3y ago

There’s a considerable amount of the U.K. that are not inside the smoke control areas.

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