What is the best small wood burning stove NZ?

Pyroclassic Mini
When it comes to small wood burners in NZ, it’s tough to top the Pyroclassic Mini. Taking up minimal space and weighing just 100kg, this compact wood burner is easy to fit into even the smallest homes. If your house is 120 square metres in size or less, then the Pyroclassic Mini is the right wood burner for you.

How much does it cost to install a wood burner NZ?

Woodburners range in price from $1000 to more than $5000. You should also factor in the cost of installation and building consents (usually several hundred dollars more). While ULEBs are the most expensive burners, their greater efficiency means you’ll spend less on firewood.

Can I install my own wood burner NZ?

Approved solid fuel heating appliances All solid fuel heating appliances must be tested and show compliance with the NES emission and efficiency standards. It is illegal to use any wood burner that was installed after 1 September 2005 (on a site less than 2ha) that does not comply with this standard.

What is the most efficient wood burner?

At up to 89.8% efficient and with innovative technology which has been developed to extract the heat and keep it in your house, Burley Fireball stoves do not simply beat the competition by a few percent, but by a country mile.

How do I choose a wood burner?

However, the key factors to you will need to take into consideration are:

1. The Style or aesthetics you desire, simple select Traditional, Contemporary or Modern Traditional on the Product finder.
2. Heat output appropriate for the room/space you want to heat.
3. Fuel type – wood burning only or multi-fuel.

What is the best wood fire NZ?

Plantation Pine, Douglas Fir and Blue Gum are widely available from Canterbury Good Wood merchants and are the best woods to use and mix to get your fire just right.

Does a log burner need planning permission?

You do not technically require planning permission to install a wood burning stove, however since 2005 it has been a legal requirement to let your local authority building control department know of your intentions – no matter what type of heating appliance you are installing.

Can you put a woodburner in any house?

If you live in a house without a chimney, you may be wondering whether it is possible to fit a wood burning stove. Fortunately for many, the answer is – yes! However, it is essential if you don’t have a chimney that you take appropriate measures to install it safely. A twin wall flue system is the way to do this.

Do you need permission for a wood burner?

There is much misconception around installing a wood burning stove and whether you need planning permission or not. Historically you may need some kind of clearance from your local authority, but with new updated changed, vast majority of cases need no formal permission.

Is it worth getting a log burner?

The truth is, wood burners are a long-term home investment. While they do come with a set up cost, they can in fact help you save money in the long term by helping reduce your reliance on rising energy tariffs. Wood burners can add value to your house, too.

How do I choose a log burner?

First, you need to measure your room, then multiply the width, by the length and then by the height (in metres). Then divide this answer by 14 and hey presto, you now know how many kilowatts you need to keep your room heated. All wood burning stoves have a kilowatt rating so you simply choose one that meets your needs.

Which multifuel burner is best?

Flavel Arundel XL Multifuel DEFRA Approved Stove.