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Useful tips and advice to help you get the most our of your wood burner or open fire.
May 1st – Chimney Sweeps Day
The days surrounding May 1st have long been associated with festivals and celebrations.
May 1, 2024
From Sainthood to Soot
The Surprising Connection between Saints and Chimney Sweeps From sacred saints depicted holding holy relics to soot-covered sweeps and their…
April 11, 2024
The Death of Coal
The sale of house coal as a domestic fuel in England came to an end on 1st May 2023.
August 8, 2023
Traditional House Coal Ban for England
Centuries of history came to a close on May 1st 2023 as the sale of traditional housecoal was banned for…
April 28, 2023
‘Perfect storm’ prompts woodburner fuel warning
A ‘perfect storm’ could prompt a shortage of logs for woodburning stoves this winter.
August 5, 2022
Dodgy Data on Woodburners
How The Media & Government Got it SO WRONG Over Woodburner Emissions
May 26, 2022
1st Female Sweep Elected as Director
Emma Roddy is believed to be the first female sweep to take on such a senior role within a chimney…
April 1, 2022
‘Bits’ keep falling down my chimney!
Sweeps are often asked about the ‘bits’ that keep falling. It can be annoying cleaning it up. So what’s happening?
September 16, 2021