Town & Country Pickering Eco Stove Installation In West Bridgford

Location: West Bridgford

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Stylish Wood Burning Stove With Brickwork Sidings

When homeowners in West Bridgford wanted to add warmth and character to their living space, they contacted Oxley’s Installations to supply and fit a new wood burning stove.

The project involved installing the highly regarded Town & Country Pickering Eco Stove within an existing chimney breast, complete with beautifully crafted brickwork sidings that would frame the stove and create a stunning focal point for the room.

The Town & Country Pickering Eco Stove

The Town & Country Pickering stove was selected for its exceptional design and outstanding environmental credentials. This UK-manufactured stove has been specifically designed to meet Ecodesign 2022 standards, meaning it produces very low emissions whilst delivering efficient heat output. With an 81.2% efficiency rating and an A+ energy class, the Pickering represents the very best in modern wood burning technology.

One of the stove's most striking features is its oversized viewing window, designed to be the largest possible for a 5kW output stove. This generous glass area provides an uninterrupted view of the dancing flames, creating a mesmerising focal point that transforms the ambience of any room.

The substantial glazing allows maximum light from the fire to illuminate the space whilst maintaining the clean lines and contemporary aesthetic that make the Pickering so popular.

The stove incorporates innovative design features including a unique rear inlet system for secondary and tertiary air, covered by patent protection. This advanced air management system achieves exceptional combustion efficiency, burning wood cleanly with minimal ash production.

In fact, the Pickering requires no ashpan because the wood burns so completely on the firebrick-lined firebox base, leaving only a small amount of ash to be scooped out occasionally.

DEFRA Approval & Smoke Control Compliance

An important consideration for this West Bridgford installation was compliance with local regulations. The Pickering Eco Stove is independently approved for use in smoke control areas, making it suitable for installation throughout urban locations where traditional wood burning might otherwise be restricted.

This DEFRA approval was achieved through the stove's exceptionally clean burning characteristics, which produce minimal smoke even during lighting and refuelling.

The Ecodesign Ready certification means the Pickering exceeds current environmental standards, future-proofing the installation against tightening regulations. With a ClearSkies rating of 5, the highest possible certification for wood burning stoves, homeowners can enjoy their fire with confidence knowing they've chosen one of the cleanest burning options available.

Stove Installation

The installation began with a thorough assessment of the existing chimney breast. Our accredited engineers examined the chimney structure, checking for any issues that needed addressing before the stove could be safely installed. This careful preparation work is essential to achieving a safe, compliant installation that will perform reliably for decades.

The chimney was lined as necessary to create the proper flue path for the new stove. Modern stove installations require appropriate lining to achieve the correct draught and to protect the chimney structure from the byproducts of combustion. The 125mm flue collar on the Pickering was carefully connected to the liner system, creating a sealed pathway for smoke and gases to exit the building safely.

Stylish Brickwork Sidings

What truly sets this installation apart is the bespoke brickwork sidings that frame the stove within the chimney breast. Rather than opting for a standard builder's opening, the homeowners chose to invest in decorative brickwork that would add character and visual interest to the installation.

We carefully constructed brick sidings either side of the stove, creating a traditional yet contemporary aesthetic that complements both the modern stove design and the room's existing architecture. The brickwork was executed with precision, featuring neat pointing and level courses that demonstrate true craftsmanship.

These brick sidings serve multiple purposes. Visually, they frame the stove beautifully, drawing the eye to the fire and creating defined boundaries that give the installation a finished, professional appearance.

Practically, the brickwork provides additional thermal mass that absorbs heat from the stove and radiates it back into the room long after the fire has died down, improving the overall efficiency of the heating system.

Compliance Certification & Safety

Upon completion, the installation was issued with a certificate of compliance and data plate, documenting that all work met current Building Regulations and safety standards. This certification provides important peace of mind and is often required for home insurance purposes.

The documentation proves that the installation has been carried out by accredited engineers following all applicable safety requirements.

The completed installation features the standard stainless steel handle, which remains cool enough to touch even when the fire is burning, making refuelling straightforward and safe. The substantial 65kg weight of the stove, combined with its steel body and cast door construction, creates a robust unit built to last for many years.

A Warm Welcome

The finished stove installation has completely transformed the West Bridgford property, creating a beautiful focal point that provides both practical heating and wonderful ambience. The Pickering's large viewing window showcases the flames perfectly, whilst the stylish brickwork sidings frame the stove and tie the installation into the room's architecture.

With its exceptional efficiency, ultra-low emissions and timeless design, this wood burning stove will provide warmth and pleasure for decades to come, proving that professional installation makes all the difference.