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Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

Welcome to Drayton Stoves - Your Source for Quality Heating Equipment - Multi-fuel, Electric & More

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We only use the highest quality | energy efficient| flexible fuel options

 

Multifuel stoves are a fantastic heating solution for any home, offering both versatility and efficiency. Unlike wood-burning stoves, they can burn a variety of fuels, including wood, smokeless coal, and peat, giving you more flexibility depending on availability and cost.

Key Benefits of Multifuel Stoves:

 

✅ Fuel Flexibility – Choose from different fuel types to suit your needs and budget.
✅ Higher Efficiency – Designed to burn fuel more completely, providing excellent heat output with minimal waste.
✅ Great for Off-Grid Living – No need to rely on gas or electricity; perfect for rural homes or power outages.
✅ Eco-Friendly Options – Many models support clean-burning fuels, reducing emissions.
✅ Stylish & Durable – Available in a range of designs to complement any interior, built to last for years.

Whether you're looking to add warmth and charm to your living space or seeking a reliable backup heat source, a multifuel stove is a smart investment for comfort and cost-effectiveness. 🔥🏡

Looking for the perfect stove? Contact us today! 

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Multifuel vs. Wood-Burning Stoves: What’s the Difference? 🔥

When choosing a stove, one of the key decisions is whether to go for a multifuel stove or a wood-burning stove. While they may look similar, there are important differences in how they operate and what they burn. energy efficient


 

Which One Should You Choose?

If you only ever burn wood and want the most efficient wood-burning experience → Go for a wood-burning stove.

  • If you want the flexibility to burn coal or other fuels alongside wood → A multifuel stove is the better option.

Both are excellent choices, but the best stove for you depends on your heating needs and fuel availability. Need help choosing the right one? Get in touch today! 

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Multifuel Stoves

Wood Only burning Stoves

Wood Only burning Stoves

New multifuel stove with a nice fireplace

 

  • Multifuel Stoves – More Flexibility in Fuel Choice
  • A multifuel stove is designed to burn wood, smokeless coal, and other solid fuels. These stoves have a raised grate with air vents beneath it, allowing better airflow to aid in burning different fuel types efficiently. The built-in ash pan makes cleaning out coal ash easier.
  • ✅ Pros:
    ✔️ More fuel options – burn wood, smokeless coal, or peat.
    ✔️ A good backup option if wood is scarce.
    ✔️ Raised grate improves airflow for solid fuels like coal.
    ✔️ Coal burns hotter and longer than wood, reducing refueling.
  • ❌ Cons:
    ❌ Less heat retention compared to a dedicated wood burner.
    ❌ Burning coal can produce more ash and require more cleaning.
    ❌ Some regions have restrictions on burning certain fuels (check local regulations).

Wood Only burning Stoves

Wood Only burning Stoves

Wood Only burning Stoves

A tall freestanding stove in the living room

  

  • Wood-Burning Stoves – Designed for Maximum Wood Efficiency
  • A wood-burning stove is specifically designed to burn only wood. These stoves typically have a flat, open grate or a solid base, allowing wood to burn efficiently on a bed of its own ash. This helps maintain higher temperatures, improving combustion and heat output.
  • ✅ Pros:
    ✔️ Optimized for burning wood efficiently.
    ✔️ Higher heat retention due to complete combustion.
    ✔️ Typically have larger fireboxes for longer burn times.
    ✔️ Great for those who rely solely on wood as fuel.
  • ❌ Cons:
    ❌ You can only burn wood—no coal or alternative fuels.
    ❌ Wood needs to be properly seasoned or kiln-dried to burn effectively.time, so you can enjoy a warm and cozy home.

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Best Wood for a Wood-Burning Stove: What Should You Burn? 🔥

 

One of the most common questions we get asked is: What’s the best wood to burn on a stove? The short answer? There are plenty of options! Some woods burn beautifully, giving off excellent heat with minimal smoke, while others are best avoided unless you have no other choice.


  • To make things simple, we’ve broken it down into four categories:
    ✅ Best Wood for Burning – High heat, long-lasting, and low smoke.
    👍 Good Wood – Still burns well but may have slightly lower efficiency.
    👌 Adequate Wood – It’ll do the job, but there are better options.
    ❌ Poor Wood to Avoid – Smoky, inefficient, and not worth the hassle.


✅ Best Wood for Burning (High Heat & Long Burn)

Ash – The gold standard! Burns hot, long, and even when not fully seasoned.

Beech – Burns well, but needs proper seasoning to avoid excessive smoke.

Oak – Dense and slow-burning, making it ideal for long-lasting heat.

Hawthorn – Great heat output and slow-burning, perfect for stoves.


👍 Good Wood for Burning (Still a Solid Choice)

Birch – Burns quickly and gives off good heat but needs to be mixed with other woods.

Apple & Cherry – Lovely aroma, good heat, but burns a bit slower than hardwoods.

Sycamore – Burns well, but can spit a little.

Holly – Can be burned green, though it’s best when seasoned.


👌 Adequate Wood for Burning (Will Work, But Not the Best)

Pine & Other Softwoods – Burns fast with a nice flame but creates more tar in the chimney.

Chestnut – Gives moderate heat but tends to spit.

Spruce & Fir – Quick-burning and not as efficient as hardwoods.


❌ Wood to Avoid (Inefficient & Problematic)

Willow, Poplar, & Alder – Burns poorly and produces little heat.

Laburnum – Toxic smoke – never burn it!

Elm – High moisture content makes it tough to burn well.

Green/Wet Wood – Always avoid unseasoned wood, as it creates excess smoke and tar build-up.

Final Tip: Always use seasoned or kiln-dried wood for maximum efficiency, lower smoke output, and better stove performance. 🌲🔥

 


🔥 "In 1742, Benjamin Franklin invented the first closed stove—the 'Franklin Stove'—designed to produce more heat while using less wood. However, without a proper chimney, it often filled homes with smoke! Even geniuses have their off days." 🔥

Thankfully, modern stoves are far more efficient—providing up to 80% more heat than an open fire while using less fuel. So next time you're enjoying the warmth, remember Franklin’s fiery innovation!

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