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In winter, there is simply nothing better than escaping the elements by opening up your front door and retreating into a beautifully warm, cozy home. Unfortunately, too many of us haven't solved our heating problems by the time the first chills of winter set in. In fact, instead of finding retreat in our homes, we come home only to shiver through one winter after another, cursing the cold and counting the days until summer.

If this sounds like your home, perhaps it is time to consider buying a stove to heat your house. Stoves are one of the oldest, and yet most effective ways of heating your home, combining age-old heating properties with the gorgeous ambiance that only a fire can bring.

If you are considering buying a stove for heating, there are a variety of different styles and models to choose from. Indeed, you will be pleasantly surprised by the diversity of stoves on offer. One thing that will not be a surprise however, is their ability to generate heat. That is because, unlike open fires, stoves require less air to burn the fuel, so typically cold drafts are eliminated when a stove is fitted.

Whether you opt for a traditional freestanding model, or more modern 'insert' stove that is installed into a space in your wall, you are bound to find a stove that meets your needs.

Amongst some of the things you need to consider when you select your stove are your exact heating requirements, the dimension and space of your home or apartment, and the type of fuel you intend to burn. Some of the fuel options available include both hard and soft woods; materials such peat, compressed paper, straw, or wood waste.

You can also opt for coal or solid fuel. There are multi-fuel stoves on the market that enable you to use different fuels in your stove, however people tend to buy a stove with a particular fuel in mind, with cost and availability being an obvious factor in their decision.

Choosing a stove is easy when you know your heating needs. Once your stove is installed, you can rest assured that next time winter sets in, you will be as warm as toast.