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Wood-fired heating: an essential contribution to managing winter peak electricity demand

With the electricity grid under severe strain this winter, the Renewable Energy Association points out that domestic wood heating plays a vital role in reducing evening peak demand during the winter. According to an IFOP survey conducted for the Poujoulat Group among a representative panel of 400 households using wood-burning equipment, the power demand avoided […]
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With pellet prices falling, this is a competitive heating solution!

With pellet prices falling, this is a competitive heating solution!

Following a significant rise in 2022, the price of wood pellets has increased substantially, doubling or even tripling. A large number of consumers have been affected by this wood pellet crisis. This significant increase has led to a shift in preference among many consumers, who have turned to wood-fired heating. What is the current price […]
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Can I have a stove or a fireplace installed in a flat?

Can I have a stove or a fireplace installed in a flat?

Installing a wood-burning stove in a flat It is entirely possible to install a wood-burning stove or a fireplace in a flat. However, storing logs can be quite tricky. You need a space that is large enough and, above all, dry to store the logs. This can be difficult to achieve in a flat. Installing […]
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How do you choose a wood-burning stove?

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 […]
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Can pellets be used in an insert fireplace?

Can pellets be used in an insert fireplace?

If you own a wood-burning insert and are wondering whether you can burn pellets in it, you’re not alone. At Seguin, experts in fireplaces, stoves and inserts, this question comes up frequently. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the options, benefits and precautions to consider when thinking about using pellets in a traditional insert. What […]
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How to use wood heating as your main source of heating

Are you building or renovating your home and wondering about your heating system? Would you like to replace your traditional heating system to save money? Have you considered installing wood heating as your main source? Advantages, disadvantages and practical advice – we explain everything! The advantages of wood heating as a main source Do you […]
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4 common misconceptions about wood heating

4 common misconceptions about wood heating

Heating with wood? It’s too expensive, not always efficient and, on top of that, it pollutes! That’s what you often hear when wood heating is mentioned. But what is the reality? Evolving technologies, increasingly efficient products, government regulations and environmental targets… all of this may well put an end to the misconceptions surrounding wood heating. […]
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What is the energy mix?

Renewable, fossil… energy: what is the energy mix?

Have you ever heard of the energy mix? It refers, for example, to the distribution of the different energy sources used to meet the needs of a given area. But what are these sources? And can this concept be applied at home, particularly for domestic heating? Let’s take a closer look. What is the energy […]
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Programme your comfort at home with a pellet stove

Programme your comfort at home with a pellet stove

Do you dream of a comfortable, well-heated home while reducing your energy bills? A pellet stove is the ideal solution! From choosing the right model to installation and maintenance, follow our guide to make the most of this efficient, cost-effective and eco-friendly heating solution. Comfort, sustainability, convenience: what are the everyday benefits of a pellet […]
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