Briquettes for wood-burning soves are increasingly recognised as a superior alternative to traditional logs. With moisture levels of less than 10%, these low-moisture wood briquettes not only burn longer but also generate more heat. This makes them an ideal choice not only for your fireplace and stove but also for your budget and the environment.
Wood briquettes are hotter, cleaner, more cost-effective, and far easier to store and handle than conventional logs. In terms of heat efficiency, a single wood briquette delivers approximately 50% more heat per pound spent compared to logs, with one briquette lasting up to four hours. Regular users can save around £150 annually by opting for briquettes for wood burning stoves over traditional logs.
What Influences Burn Time and Efficiency?
The burn time of a briquette for wood-burning stoves depends on several factors including its composition, size, and moisture content. A dry, dense briquette will typically have better burning properties than a traditional log, offering extended burn times and higher temperatures.
Despite their efficiency, briquettes for wood burners remain underutilized in many parts of the UK, particularly in the south where kiln-dried wood is the norm. However, awareness of the benefits of wood briquettes is growing, especially in regions like Scotland where they are more commonly used.
What Makes Woodlets Briquettes Different
Woodlets Briquettes are produced by applying 10,000psi of pressure to wood chips, binding them naturally through the melting of lignin molecules. Sourced within 60 miles of our factory in southwest Scotland, our briquettes for log burners not only support local forestry but are also certified by the UNESCO Biosphere in Galloway and Southern Ayrshire for sustainability.
Our briquettes for wood burning stoves are FSC® approved, ensuring that they come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits. The consistently low moisture content of Woodlets briquettes means they burn more efficiently and reduce the risk of chimney and flue issues. Unlike logs that can contain moisture levels as high as 50%, our briquettes for wood burning stoves maintain moisture levels below 10%.
Considerations and Advantages of Using Woodlets Briquettes
- Storage: Keep the briquettes dry to prevent expansion from moisture absorption.
- Temperature Management: Briquettes burn at high temperatures; avoid exceeding your stove’s heat capacity.
- Low Ash Production: Expect minimal ash disposal, as Woodlets Briquettes leave about 1% of their volume as ash.
- For smaller stoves, Woodlets Briquettes can easily be broken into smaller pieces. Alternatively, consider our premium brand Roastie-
- Toasties for smaller-sized briquettes.
Our briquettes for wood burners are not only eco-friendly wood burning fuel but also comply with the Clean Air Act and feature the Ready to Burn logo, underscoring their environmental credentials.
Opt for the best fuel for wood stoves. For smaller stoves, Woodlets Briquettes can be broken in half – or less. Try our premium brand Roastie-Toasties if you need a much smaller briquette.