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The hybrid stove: the perfect combination of wood and pellets
Sustainable, cost-effective, and efficient: Why switch to wood heating in 2026?
In the face of energy challenges and rising heating costs, wood is emerging in 2026 as a reliable and sustainable solution. With locally sourced energy, high-performance equipment, and unmatched thermal comfort, wood heating has evolved to meet the needs of today’s households—provided it is chosen and used properly. Are you familiar with the many benefits […]
Wood-burning heating: Choose "Made in France" with SEGUIN stoves
When you choose a SEGUIN stove or insert, you’re choosing a product made in France that has combined performance, durability, and craftsmanship for 50 years. Are you looking for a wood stove or insert that’s high-performing, reliable, and built to last? The models designed in France by SEGUIN will meet all your expectations. For SEGUIN, […]
Supplementary heating: why a wood stove remains a safe bet
As a complement to a primary heating system, a wood stove is an ideal, comfortable, and efficient supplemental heating solution. When chosen wisely and used properly, a wood stove serves many purposes, from the shoulder seasons to the coldest days of winter. Here’s an overview of its benefits and what you need to know. Looking […]
SEGUIN Workshops: Where It All Begins
Behind every SEGUIN appliance, there is an origin, a place, and the women and men who make it possible. Les Ateliers SEGUIN signature was created to clearly identify products designed and manufactured within the Group’s production sites. Today, SEGUIN relies on five industrial sites, located across France and Europe, all established in regions historically connected […]
SEGUIN – A STORY OF PASSION
For a long time, “A Story of Flame” accompanied the entire SEGUIN brand. Today, this signature is evolving and naturally finds its place where it makes the most sense: at the heart of the products. SEGUIN – A Story of Flame is the tagline of the SEGUIN product brand, embodying a passion for fire, material […]
Fireplace ashes: where to dispose of them or how to reuse them?
Owners of a fireplace or wood-burning stove, you don’t always know what to do with your ashes? From safety and recycling to tips on reusing them at home or in the garden, the experts from the SEGUIN network explain how to handle them. Did you know that your fireplace ashes can be real allies for […]
How can you increase the value of your property with a wood-burning stove or a designer fireplace?
1. Performance and environmental friendliness This is the key question if you wish to use your wood-burning stove or open fireplace as your main source of heating. It is important to note that for several years now, as part of air quality protection schemes, a number of regions – notably Île-de-France and Rhône-Alpes – have […]
How do you choose a wood-burning stove?
Factors to consider before choosing a wood-burning stove 1. The stove’s heat output The first question to ask is: What do you intend to use this wood-burning stove for? Will it be your main source of heating, or simply a supplementary or decorative appliance? To determine the appropriate heat output, you need to take into […]
The Technique for Lighting a Wood Fire in an Insert
Placing the Logs Step 1 Place the logs in your or fireplace while respecting the load limits described in the user manual of your appliance. The logs must be split and dry (less than 20% moisture content). Step 2 : Add 2 or 3 layers of kindling on top of the logs, alternating the direction. […]
SEGUIN, Depuis 1976 For a long time, “A story of flame” accompanied the SEGUIN brand. A signature that conveyed the passion for fire, the emotion, and the intimate bond between the flame and the home. But over time, one thing became clear: behind this story of flame, there was, above all, a broader story. A […]
7 Good reasons to heat with wood
With the rising cost of gas, heating oil, electricity and more, it can sometimes be difficult to pay the bills. So how can you keep warm without breaking the bank, whilst minimising your impact on the environment? Discover 7 good reasons to heat your home with wood. It’s true that this issue may seem complicated […]
How can you recycle the ashes from a wood fire?
Ash for making laundry detergent And yes, wood ash is very effective for washing your laundry! In particular, it’s an excellent stain remover and very effective at bringing your white laundry back to life. How do I make my own laundry detergent using ash? Ash for cleaning windows Thanks to the potash contained in wood […]
Transform your living room without any renovation work: the decorative appeal of a wood-burning stove
Would you like to refresh your living room without undertaking major renovation work? Have you considered installing a wood-burning stove? Easy to install, stylish and simple to use, it instantly enhances your interior while adding warmth and character. Our Seguin experts are here to support you with this project. For an elegant, modern and cosy […]
Light your fireplace easily in five steps
From preparation and choosing the wood to maintaining the flame, the experts from the SEGUIN network share their advice for lighting a fire quickly and enjoying a successful fireplace fire. After a long day at work, what could be more enjoyable than relaxing in front of a beautiful fire? Follow our practical advice to light […]
Wood-burning stove or pellet stove: how to choose?
We love the look of one and the practicality of the other. The warmth of the former and the efficiency of the latter. Here are a few points to consider to help you choose between installing a wood-burning stove or a pellet stove. How will you use it on a daily basis? What style are […]
Fireplace décor: switching to winter mode!
Step fully into winter by personalising your fireplace décor to give it style and character. Discover our tips for turning your fireplace area into a cosy corner for the season. While a fireplace is already a strong feature in interior design, it can be given even more character in winter with carefully chosen accessories and […]
The SEGUIN Group at the heart of a report on Le Monde de Jamy Last November, the SEGUIN Group welcomed the teams from the program Le Monde de Jamy to its Randan laboratory. Objective: to explain, in a simple and practical way, how wood heating works and the levers that make it possible to combine […]
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