Should I get a woodburner or a multifuel stove – anyway, whats the difference?
The principle difference between the two will be the raised grate in a multifuel stove, with an ashpan slid in below it. This raised grate allows for a flow of air to feed the bottom of fuel bed, allowing complete combustion of the solid fuel. As wood burns best on a bed of ash, there is seldom an open grate in a wood only burner. Your choice will depend to some degree upon availability of your desired fuel. Coal products are of consistent quality and available in any quantity all year. Supply of quality wood in some areas can be very seasonal – if you think you may run out of seasoned, dry hardwood before the end of the season, a multifuel stove gives you the option of burning a combination. You can only burn wood in a woodburner, but some manufacturers can supply a grate kit to convert to multifuel.