Your starting point for everything related to wood burning stoves, multifuel stoves and slate hearths in the UK. All guides are written independently — no commercial relationships, no sponsored recommendations.
Wood Burning Stoves
Wood burning stoves are the most popular solid fuel appliance in UK homes, with good reason — they’re efficient, atmospheric and increasingly cost-competitive with gas. But buying one involves more decisions than most people expect, from kW output and Ecodesign compliance to HETAS installation and hearth requirements.
Our complete guide covers everything a UK homeowner needs to know before buying or installing a wood burning stove.
The Complete UK Guide to Wood Burning Stoves (2026) →
Slate Hearths
A hearth is a legal requirement for any stove installation — and natural slate is the most popular choice in the UK for good reason. It’s durable, heat-resistant, non-combustible and looks excellent alongside both traditional and contemporary stoves. It can be cut to any size or shape, takes a range of finishes, and lasts decades without deterioration.
Our slate hearth guide covers the UK Building Regulations requirements for hearth size and thickness, the different slate finishes available, and how to choose the right hearth for your installation.
The Complete Guide to Slate Hearths in the UK → COMMING SOON
Multifuel Stoves
Multifuel stoves burn both seasoned hardwood and smokeless solid fuels such as anthracite or manufactured briquettes. They’re a particularly useful choice for households in smoke control zones, where burning wood may be restricted to DEFRA-exempt appliances. A full multifuel stove guide is coming shortly.
Inset Stoves
Inset stoves fit directly into an existing fireplace opening rather than sitting in front of it, making them a good choice for rooms where space is limited or where a projecting stove would feel too dominant. We’ll be covering inset stove selection and installation in a forthcoming guide.