So, you've read about the benefits of wood burning stoves, and you're thinking of taking the plunge. But what do you need to consider before buying a wood burner?

Here are some of the key things you need to think about when it comes to buying a wood burning stove for your home.

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With summer now fading into autumn, the temperature has started to drop and will continue to do so as we head towards winter.

Some people may have already had the heating on in recent weeks during a couple of chilly evenings, and many others won't be far behind. But as winter begins to loom, have you thought about trying a wood burning stove as an alternative heat source for your home?

Wood burners are an effective way to heat up a room (or rooms) in your house, and can be a great alternative to your usual central heating.

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When the weather is warm and sunny, the chances are that you probably love to spend a good few hours in the garden.

Whether you're hosting a barbecue, getting lost in a good book or simply sitting back and soaking up some rays, it's great to enjoy the outdoors while you can. And if you've invested in a quality garden furniture set, you can rest safe in the knowledge that you'll have little maintenance to do.

Teak garden sets in particular are extremely easy to care for. But what happens if it does require a helping hand to return it to its former glory?

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If you've bought a teak garden set and are now wondering how to care for it, the good news is that teak actually requires very little looking after.

One of the most common questions that arises in relation to teak outdoor furniture is whether or not it should be oiled. There are many oil based products available that are designed to be used on wooden garden furniture sets, and some of these are marketed towards teak furniture.

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If you are looking to buy a teak garden furniture set, there are a number of possible options that you may be faced with. One of the major decisions to make is the quality of the teak that you purchase.

If you see websites claiming to sell “cheap teak garden furniture”, you might be sorely tempted to enter your details and order your new patio dining set. And once it arrives, it might serve you well. For a while.

Soon enough, it will likely start to fall into disrepair or begin to rot and split. That's because the teak used in the furniture is of a poor quality, and before you know it you'll be having to fork out for a new set.

Unfortunately, if you find teak furniture with an exceptionally low price tag, it's probably too good to be true. This is because it will lower grade teak, meaning it does not carry the same long lasting characteristics of top quality teak.

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