Wood and Pellet Heaters: An eco-friendly way to a warm and stylish home

When so much importance is placed on protecting our environment, it’s reassuring to know that wood and pellet heaters are an eco-friendly way of heating the home. There is lots of choice when it comes to selecting a heater for your home: gas or wood-fired, inbuilt or freestanding, different styles and designs - it can be quite confusing. Our member Maria Bellissimo-Magrin of Belgrin PR looks at some options to maximise on the benefits on behalf of Sydney Heaters and Pizza Ovens.

Reduced emissions

Wood burning stoves have been the trusted ‘green’ alternative to electric and gas heaters for many years. When maintained in accordance to manufacturer instructions, wood and pellet heaters have extremely low emissions. For example, both pellet and wood heaters can produce an output of less than 1gm of emissions, with efficiency levels has high as 60% and upwards.

Sustainability

Reducing your carbon footprint requires dedication on your part, and giving back to our planet what you’ve taken from it. When gathering wood for your fire, you have the option of ensuring that the wood is always taken from the parts of the tree that you intend to use.

Burning wood is the most sustainable and traditional form of energy available. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s environmentally acceptable. Do your research and ensure that your wood supplier is environmentally aware and involved in replanting and replacing what they’ve taken from the Earth? If you’re cutting your own wood, search for sources that require less processing, such as a scrap yard, as this will create a sustainable source of renewable energy.

Budget

Budget-wise, oil-based heating is not sustainable and the costs are generally higher than wood heating sources. Oil and gas heating prices usually rise on an annual basis, and this always takes a toll on the family budget. Wood and pellet heaters are definitely easier on the family budget and a worthwhile option to consider. Aesthetic appeal

Aside from the environmental and financial aspects we’ve noted above, wood and pellet heaters are also wonderful lifestyle products, with an extensive product range and a wide variety of colours to choose from too. Choose one that fits in with your home environment – and your lifestyle too.

For more information, check out Sydney Heaters & Wood Fire Ovens www.sydneyheaters.com.au

Maria Bellissimo-Magrin www.belgrin.com.au