What does multi-fuel mean?

The appliance is able to burn wood or smokeless fuel.


How can I stop the glass from smoking up / staining?

It's important to burn a good quality fuel for example well seasoned wood will burn much better as it has a much lower moisture content.


What size stove do I need?

This depends on a number of factors i.e. size, number of windows and doors and level of insulation. We would recommend a site survey to ensure all these factors can be taken into consideration.


Do I need to fit a flue liner inside my chimney?

Most stove manufacturers recommend that your chimney is lined; this will help your stove operate at the optimum efficiency and ensure all gases are taken out of the property promptly.


Can I heat radiators with my stove?

We have a selection of stoves that are capable of heating radiators.


Can I have a stove even if I don't have a chimney?

In most cases yes, we have supplied and installed stoves and chimneys into properties that previously did not have a chimney.


How often does the chimney need sweeping?

Ideally this should be completed a minimum of twice a year by a suitably qualified chimney sweep.


I live in a smoke control area; can I still use a stove?

Yes, we stock a range of smoke exempt stoves suitable for smoke control areas.


Will I need ventilation into the room?

This depends on the heat output of the stove; generally anything over 5kw output will require ventilation.


How long has Bower and Child been in business?

We have been in business for over 150 years.