Considerations before purchasing a cast Iron radiator

Cast Iron is without a doubt one of the most attractive styles of radiator you can buy. The endless amounts of designs you can choose from means you will always be able to find one to suit your décor, and cast iron comes with an longevity which is unrivalled by modern radiators. When it comes to choosing the best radiator for your home there should be a number of factors to consider, such as:

Location: While our wide range of cast iron radiators work well in a number of locations, many people choose to place them in the coldest part of the room. This makes sense, as it will mean your room will stay warmer for longer as the cold air will be heated up. This is why people tend to place them in bathrooms, under windows or in long hallways.

                                

How much heat output you need: This is one of the most important considerations to think about, as you may need only one small radiator if you are heating a small room, but you may need two large ones depending on the size and style of the room. Luckily, all of our cast iron radiators are completely customisable and you can choose exactly how many sections you want for your radiator, so if you are interested in a particular design, you won’t have to worry about it being too large for your room.
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Style: The most fun part of purchasing a Cast Iron radiator! We offer a huge range of radiators, from the highly decorative, regal French Antoinette, to the small and compact Churchill, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a design from Carron.

New for 2015...: The Loxley Cast Iron Fireplace Surround!

Carron is pleased to introduce a new addition for 2015 – the Loxley Fireplace surround.

This stunning new fireplace surround takes its inspiration from a traditional Georgian design, and features a sleek, sharp look. Pictured here in the hand burnished finish, this fireplace surround will also be available in black, meaning you can match it to the right insert, giving the desired effect, whether you have a modern or traditional home.

Pictured here with the Royal insert, the Loxley in hand burnished would also partner nicely with our Celtic Arch insert (pictured below) thanks to its hand burnished archway. The design and the hand burnished finish of this fireplace surround would suit a contemporary home well, whereas black with a different insert would suit a more traditional home well.

Not only can this fireplace surround be used for an open fire, as it is made from Cast Iron, it could also be used to frame a Carron Stove!

Looking after your Carron stove – Cleaning and Care

Purchasing a Carron stove comes with many benefits; they’re better for the environment, use renewable energy and not to mention are greatly more efficient than open fires, resulting in savings in the long run.

After investing in your stove, properly looking after it is extremely important, a small amount of regular maintenance will help preserve its longevity and will ensure it is running at its best all the time. While Carron stoves are manufactured to the highest production standards and are built to last, there should be some considerations during your stoves lifespan.

No liquid fuels should be used on the stove at all. Other fuels, such as petroleum coke must also be avoided, as this burns with an extremely high temperature and could cause damage to the stove. Household waste that is not paper should also not be used on the stove as they can produce dangerous fumes or gases.
You should also be careful which logs you use on you stove: they should be no larger than 250mm, and should be dried for at least a year before you use them, as the use of damp fuels may cause staining to the window. A simple over the counter moisture meter can help detect moisture level in wood.

Regular cleaning is also necessary to ensure the performance of your stove is not affected. In order to clean your stove you should allow it to cool, and then wipe with a damp cloth. You should never use abrasive cleaning products, as this will damage the finish of your stove and ruin its appearance. Ash should be emptied regularly, and should never build up enough that it contacts the underside of the grate. You should also ensure ash is entirely cool before coming into contact with plastic dustbins and bin bags.

All of our stoves come with a three year body and one year components warranty, but the use of incorrect fuels will make this warranty invalid. It is crucial that your stove is well looked after in order for it to perform at its best and prolong its lifespan.

Advantages of Using a Wood Burning Stove

Nothing quite has the advantages of a wood burning stove. The fuel is ecological and economical, they look attractive and most importantly of all, they are warm.

Wood is cheaper than a lot of fuels, over the past few years oil prices have generally increased ( excluding current prices.* Jan 2015), gas is becoming more and more expensive, and not to mention, electricity has always been a very expensive way to heat a home. You can even harvest your own wood, and as it is renewable, it is environmentally friendly.

An open fire has approximately 18% efficiency, whereas our wood burning stoves have over 75% efficiency. This is due to the fact that open fires lose a lot of their heat up the open chimney, and when it comes to stoves, they only have a small amount of chimney draught, and even this small draught can be closed off to prevent this loss. This means our stoves use 4 times less fuel to achieve the same heat output – saving you a lot of money in the long run.

There are a huge amount of advantages to buying a wood burning stove, and with Carron offering a number of stoves in different sizes and colours you are sure to find one to suit your home. So what are you waiting for?

The Limited Edition Old Penny Brown Stove

Once in a while something exclusive comes along, and this time it’s in the form of our Old Penny brown stove trio! Three of our stoves come in this limited edition colour, the 7.3 kw, 4.7 kw, and the Dante. So if you’re looking for something exclusive for your home, you won’t have to worry about not getting the right size, as we have catered for all homes!

The great thing about limited edition items is that you are unlikely to see them anywhere else, and the limited availability of this colour means your stove will be unique to any you have seen, or will ever see.

We still have our permanent range of accessories, from hearths to log baskets, and these all work great with the Old Penny stove. So you needn’t worry about buying add-ons elsewhere.

As this colour is limited edition it is therefore not currently on our website – for more details or if you would like to place an order call 0808 129 2224 – don’t miss out, once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Choosing The Right Carron Stove For You

As we are well into the chilly winter months, you may be making the decision to buy a stove to heat your home. With so much to offer however, the decision of which Carron stove to choose can be a tricky one.

Your first consideration should be the size. Calculating the heat output required for your room is essential to deciding which stove to purchase. You don’t want our largest 11kw Carron stove in a small room, and at the same time you wouldn’t want to choose our smallest 4.7kw stoves for a large room.

Luckily there are a number of online calculators you can use in order to work out which stove is the best fit for you, and once you have worked out which stove will best suit your home, you can start to think about colours.

Our 7.3kw stove in Ash Grey

No house is the same, and for that reason our stoves come in a huge range of beautiful colours. In fact, our selection of stove colours is one of the widest in the UK. Our smaller Dante stoves are available in 10 enamel colours alongside the standard black, from bright Sage Green and China Blue, to stunning understated Ash Grey.

The same goes for our larger Carron stoves; our 7.3kw is available in 11 colours and the 11kw is available in 9. All of our stoves’ enamelled finishes are designed so they are easy to clean, and will maintain their looks for years to come.

Carron stoves are manufactured to the highest production standards and are built to last. All of our stoves are independently tested, come with CE marking and are DEFA approved, meaning they conform to the highest environmental standards.

You can be sure whichever stove you choose will be a stylish addition to your home, and all have over 75% efficiency, so you know you are making the right choice when purchasing a Carron stove.

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Choosing a Stove in time for Autumn and Winter

The decision to own and operate a stove as a source of heat for your home is often an easy one. These days, there are no shortages of articles recommending the potential cost savings involved with using a stove as part of your heating system.

Carron cast iron stoves are multi-fuel, allowing the use of both wood and other solid fuels. Whilst wood is an excellent renewable fuel, this can be of added convenience as slow-burn fuels can mean a longer refueling time than wood. Our stoves are also approved for use in smoke exempt zones when burning wood or smokeless fuel*.

Calculating the heat output required for the room in which your stove will be installed is essential. Choosing a stove too small for your room may result in chilly evenings and an inefficient output; whereas a stove too large for the room could leave you too hot at the very least! There are many online calculators that will let you know the best stove size for your room.

Carron stoves range from the smaller 4.7kw and 5kw Dante stoves, through to the more modest 7.3kw stove and finally the impressive 11kw. We have a stove to suit most homes!

Finally, you need to choose the colour of your stove. With Carron, there are 11 beautiful enamel colours to choose from in addition to the standard matt black finish. Now your stove can sit in harmony with the rest of your decor!

Our full range:

Carron 4.7kw, shown in China Blue Enamel

Carron 5kw Dante, shown in Egg Plant Enamel

Carron 7.3kw, shown in Antique Enamel

Carron 11kw, shown in Black Enamel

For more details on any of our products, or to check technical specifications, please visit our website www.carron.uk.net



* Other fuels may be suitable for non smoke exempt areas - always check the manufacturer recommendations before burning any fuel. Manufacturers details also confirm the correct way to light and refuel your stove.