Castle Farm, Marshfield, Nr Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 8HU
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FAQs

How do I clean my stove?

A painted stove can be brushed off with a natural bristle brush or wiped with a dry natural cloth (synthetic materials will melt if your stove is still hot). If your stove becomes faded or rusty, go over it with a light scourer and repaint or polish. An enamelled stove should be wiped with a…
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Will the stove lose its colour?

After time the paint finish will fade, this will happen quicker if the paint surface gets wet whilst cleaning. All stoves can be repainted, we have spray paint, brush on paint and various grate polishes available.

What is the difference between cast iron and steel?

Cast iron will retain heat for longer, but takes longer to heat up, cast iron stoves tend to be more decorative than steel.

Can the glass break?

Yes, but not under normal operating use, breakages usually occur by either closing the door on a log or a build up of rust underneath the glass, which puts pressure on it. This is aggravated if the rope or gasket between glass and door gets wet when the glass is being cleaned.

What is cleanburn?

Pre heated air is introduced to the firebox through a series of holes, which results in jets of air entering the firebox. This mixes with the gases in the stove, encouraging complete combustion and burning of any hydro carbons in the stove, avoiding tar up the chimney. Again, this will only happen if you are…
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