Stoking? Check the stoking guide!

Complaints

Did you know that many people are really bothered by the smoke released in the process? That includes odor nuisance, but also health problems. Because smoke contains harmful substances, such as particulate matter and other carcinogens. It causes air pollution - which is bad for the environment - and can lead to respiratory and cardiovascular problems, both in the smoker and in local residents. Even if the smoke can no longer be seen.

What can you do to reduce nuisance and damage

Wood smoke is harmful to your health. But how harmful also depends on the type of stove, the wood you use and the way you fire. Use only dry wood, never painted or impregnated wood. Have the chimney swept properly at least once a year. This will also prevent accidents. And ventilate well while stoking. A good fire has yellow, even flames and produces almost no smoke from the chimney. Finally, another option is to have a wood smoke filter installed on your chimney.

Consider your surroundings

Be aware that burning wood has consequences for those around you. For example, neighbors may be bothered by the smell or irritations to eyes and airways. They may even have to close their windows and ventilation grills because of your fire! So talk to your neighbors and make good arrangements together.

Heating Guide

In any case, leave the fire off in windless or foggy weather. If you do light the fire at such times, this will lead to additional air pollution. Always check the Stookwijzer before you start heating. New is also the app Stookwijzer. This is available from Stookwijzer.nu. Through the app, users can set to receive a notification when code red applies in their area. For more information, visit the special Stookwijzer website.