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Parkray Stoves

Parkray Stoves

If you live in a designated Smoke Control Area, the Clean Air Act prevents you from emitting smoke from your chimney. However, Parkray fires are not like ordinary stoves. You can use all Parkray stoves to burn well seasoned logs, even if you live in a Smoke Control Area.

The built- in technology ensures that emissions are consistently low. Modern Parkray models are supremely efficient; reaching maximum output of 11kw and some models even have the option to add a boiler, great news for everyone looking for performance and economy.

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We have two  Parkray stoves ready for you to view in our fireplace shop in Colney Heath, the Aspect 5 compact and the Aspect 4 which is under live fire so you can view the stove in action.

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The Aspect 5 is DEFRA approved, features a large viewing window and no air brick is required on installation.  Options include multifuel pack, black chrome and stainless steel handles. The stove requires a 5 inch flue collar and utilises Parkray’s Tripleburn technology and hot airwash system to keep the glass clean.

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PARKRAY TRIPLEBURN®TECHNOLOGY

The three streams of air cause an incredibly efficient burning of the fuel, which results in an increased heat output, less smoke and a cleaner environment.

EXCEPTIONALLY EFFICIENT

Due to the Parkray Tripleburn®technology, all stoves in the Parkray range burn exceptionally efficiently and cleanly.

FROM WOOD TO MULTIFUEL WITH A SINGLE MOVEMENT

The integral grate in the Consort range can be changed from wood setting to multifuel, with the cold-handled riddling tool.

DUST FREE, SAFE AND EASY RIDDLING

By simply moving the riddling tool backwards and forwards, the stove riddles safely with a minimum of effort. This is undertaken with the doors closed and is completely dust free. Only available on the Consort range.

INTERCHANGEABLE FLUE OUTLETS

All the single-sided free standing stoves in the Parkray range can be used from either the top or the rear of the stove, and the stoves feature a removable throat plate, giving full and easy access for sweeping the chimney.

INTERNAL LINING SYSTEM

The internal lining system maximises the rebox temperature, ensuring complete combustion.

COLD-HANDLED RIDDLING TOOL

The cold-handled riddling tool can be used for opening and closing the doors, riddling the grate, grate adjustment and easy removal of the ash pan.

Only available on the Consort range.

THERMOSTAT

An optional thermostat is available on central heating models with wrap-around boilers.

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Why do I need a log store?

WHY DO I NEED A LOG STORE?

Most new users do not appreciate how many logs they might burn on their new stove.  A log store where you can keep logs dry is essential to keep fuel ready to burn, or season it for the future.

It also cuts down the trips to the log pile every few hours.  Dedicated log stores come in all shapes and sizes, from traditional rattan/wicker baskets to steel boxes or racks.  We always have a good selection of log storage options in our showrooms.

For keen DIY enthusiasts recycled pallets make an excellent base for constructing wood storage.  Air needs to circulate around the wood and a cover created to protect against the weather.

J DAY STONEWORKS EXPERT RATINGS – 4/5 Useful for most stove owners.

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Looking to fill your new log store? We offer a range of carbon neutral wood fuel and kiln dried logs sourced from sustainable managed British woodland. We also supply sawdust logs, by-products from local furniture manufacturers, and coffee logs made from coffee grounds.

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View all of our wood fuel products, prices and availability on our dedicated site:

www.heatforless.co.uk

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Do I need a fireguard?

DO I NEED A FIREGUARD

As most stoves are designed to burn behind the glass window, risks of errant sparks are very low unless the door is left open.  Fire guards or screens are useful, however, to keep pets and young children away from the hot stove.  Available in a wide variety of sizes, styles and finishes, even “child-proof” barriers are available if your child is particularly adventurous.

Pets are often drawn to the warmth of a stove, snuggling up in front of the fire to sleep.  To avoid burnt whiskers or other more serious injuries a fireguard will give you peace of mind when you leave the room.

Even with a fireguard young children should still be supervised around fireplaces. A fireguard could resemble a climbing frame to a toddler and small children love exploring areas that are out of bounds!

It’s obvious but don’t forget to keep matches, firelighters and lighters well away from fireplaces and small children. During the winter months when the fire is being regularly lit it’s easy to leave firelighting equipment within reach of small hands. A small fireproof lockable box could be useful if you don’t have a handy high shelf nearby.

Do I need a fireguard

J DAY STONEWORKS EXPERTS RATING – 5/5 if you have small children.  Children may not realise that the entire stove is hot as the glass.

… 2/5 if you don’t have small children or animals.

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Why do I need a log carrier?

WHY DO I NEED A LOG CARRIER?

Usually in the form of a canvas bag or sling, a log carrier can make the chore of getting in the logs quicker and cleaner.

If you don’t want to buy a sling you could try using heavy duty large carrier bags, or even re-use the plastic bags from kiln dried logs.

J DAY STONEWORKS EXPERTS RATING – 2/5 – Useful but not essential for most stove users.

A log basket or holder near a fireplace is always a good idea. Some stoves have integral log holders, which are very handy.

It’s not a good idea to stack wood directly next to a stove if it’s not in a properly designed holder; wood is combustable, and that process is unpredictable. The outside surfaces of stoves are too hot to touch with your hands, so avoid stacking next to them. Smoldering logs could ignite at any time.

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Why do I need a stove pipe thermometer?

Why do I need a Stove Pipe Thermometer?

A stove pipe thermometer is commonly attached magnetically to the stove pipe coming off the

Stove pipe thermometer
Thermometer attached to pipe

top of the stove (not suitable for stainless steel flues).  This clever little dial indicates the approximate temperature of the flue gases leaving the stove.  It indicates the ‘Optimum Burn Range’ to allow the stove to be burnt efficiently.

At lower temperatures, creosote and tar will form, whilst higher temperatures reduce efficiency and life expectancy of the firebricks/chamber linings.

Stove pipe thermometer
Stove pipe thermometer

Whilst purists might think it visually clutters a minimal setting, inexperienced stove users would certainly benefit from one.

An alternative version is offered for installations where the stove pipe is not available for built in stoves.  The dial can be fixed to the stove body, and it has been calibrated accordingly.

J DAY STONEWORKS EXPERTS RATING – 4/5 Useful for most stove owners