Here at The Original Flame, we have had a number of people come in over the last few months asking about different heating options for their off-grid cabin, bunkie, hunt camp, cottage build – and we are so excited for the opportunity to help bring these projects together! Although we are not WETT certified, we […]
Read moreIt’s ironic and counterintuitive to think that retro might be the wave of the future. And yet, in ever more areas of life, this really seems to be the case. The steady advance of technology has allowed us to enjoy many conveniences at home that would make previous generations green with envy. And yet, the […]
Read moreWhat is the EPA The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was established in December 1970 by an executive order of United States President Richard Nixon. The EPA is an agency of the United States federal government whose mission is to protect human and environmental health. What does an EPA certified wood stove mean? The Environmental Protection Agency is […]
Read moreLet’s discuss creosote in wood stoves… In this post, we will discuss what creosote is, the potential dangers and how to prevent it. If you are burning wood in your home you need to read this article to understand what it means if you have a buildup of creosote and what to do about it […]
Read moreNo matter where you burn your wood, a furnace, stove or fireplace, the quality of the wood that you use is extremely vital because it dictates the manner in which it burns. Great quality wood is the key to safety and convenience. Look for split and seasoned firewood and store it in a safe place, […]
Read moreThe Original Flame Inc., located at 982 Highway 7 East, Otonabee is proud to announce our partnership with Elmira Stove Works. Elmira Stove Works has been manufacturing vintage‐styled ranges since 1975, and offers full lines of “circa‐1850” and retro 1950s appliances, including ranges, refrigerators, microwaves, wall ovens, range hoods and wood‐burning cook stoves. Elmira appliances […]
Read moreWood heat is considered the first form of heat used by humans, so it is no wonder we have this primal fascination with fire. With heating costs rising, concern about greenhouse gases and taking care of the environment, wood heat is still a viable option. As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tightens restrictions on particulate […]
Read moreAs seen in Wouldn’t you like to spend less money on heating your home and more money on the things you choose to enjoy? The Ontario government has committed $325 million dollars to the Green Investment Fund, for projects to fight climate change. Part of that money will go to Ontario Home Energy Conservation […]
Read moreYou may have heard about high efficiency wood stoves and wonder “what makes them so special”? Old wood stoves generally had a steel plate in the upper area of the firebox to slow the smoke down before it exited out the chimney. So a good portion of the heat went out the chimney; this is […]
Read moreAutumn is one of my favourite seasons of the year, the weather is turning a bit cooler, leaving us refreshed, the leaves are turning beautiful, vibrant colours, the bugs are gone, and the garden is giving up the last of her bounty. There’s something miraculous about walking on a brisk sunny day hearing the […]
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