The Log Book

An easy guide to all you need to know about wood burning stoves.

Using a wood burning stove effectively is both an art and a science. In this friendly, comprehensive guide, chartered forester and woodfuel expert Will Rolls talks the reader through the theory and practice of getting the best results from their stove. From finding the fuel and seasoning it, to lighting the stove and operating it cleanly, this book describes the best techniques for looking after your log stove.

The Log Book covers log suppliers, avoiding too much smoke and ash, checking fuel quality and picking the best wood for your fire. This second edition includes revisions and expanded information including:

  • A guide to choosing a stove
  • Information on accessories such as heat fans and temperature gauges
  • Tips for cleaning stove glass
  • Uses for wood ash

Also available as an eBook, on Kindle, iBook and Kobo.
Kindle version HERE.


Book details

Published: September 2013
ISBN: 9781856231572
Size: 210 x 148mm
112 pages
Format: Paperback
£7.95

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About the author: Will Rolls

Will lives in Sheffield with his wife and family where he runs a forestry and biomass consultancy.

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