{"product_id":"the-log-book-will-rolls-woodburning-stove-guide-paperback","title":"The Log Book: Getting The Best From Your Woodburning Stove by Will Rolls - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781856231572\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Permanent Publications\u003cbr\u003eEdition: 2nd Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Log Book is the essential companion for anyone who owns, or is thinking about buying, a wood-burning stove. Written by chartered forester and woodfuel expert Will Rolls, this friendly, practical guide walks readers through everything from choosing and seasoning the right fuel to lighting, running, and maintaining a stove efficiently. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned burner looking to cut smoke, save money, and reduce waste, this book delivers clear, expert advice in an accessible, jargon-free style that any household can put to immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a wood-burning stove effectively is both an art and a science, and Will Rolls draws on years of professional experience in the biomass and woodfuel industry to demystify the process. The Log Book covers the full journey of good stove ownership: sourcing quality logs, understanding moisture content and seasoning times, choosing the best species of wood for heat output, and avoiding common pitfalls like smoky fires, tar build-up, and excessive ash. This second edition includes updated guidance reflecting current best practice. Rolls explains how to select a reputable log supplier, how to test whether your fuel is properly dried, and how small adjustments to air flow and loading technique can dramatically improve both the warmth and cleanliness of a fire. The book also touches on the environmental and cost benefits of burning wood correctly, making it a valuable read for anyone keen to get more heat for less fuel while minimising smoke pollution. Illustrated throughout with straightforward diagrams and tables, it's a compact yet thorough manual that turns wood-burning from guesswork into a genuinely rewarding skill. It remains one of the clearest, most trusted guides for UK stove owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by a professional chartered forester and biomass\/woodfuel specialist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers fuel sourcing, seasoning, and quality-checking logs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical tips for lighting and running a stove cleanly and efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce smoke, ash, and wasted fuel for a more cost-effective fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, friendly, jargon-free writing suitable for beginners and experienced users alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback, easy to keep handy by the stove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill Rolls is a chartered forester and woodfuel expert who began his career in the biomass industry working for the Forestry Commission as a regional woodfuel coordinator in the East Midlands. He later moved to Forest Research before joining the Biomass Energy Centre, where he provides impartial technical advice on woodfuel and biomass production and use. Drawing on this hands-on professional background, Rolls brings genuine authority and practical insight to every page of The Log Book, making complex topics simple and approachable for everyday readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to wood-burning stoves or want to fine-tune your technique, this book offers honest, expert guidance that pays for itself in saved fuel and cosier evenings. A must-have companion for any stove owner's bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover image shown is the UK edition; ISBN as listed is for this specific UK print edition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Will Rolls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54895611085182,"sku":"SNG5544","price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/the-log-book-will-rolls-woodburning-stove-paperback.jpg?v=1784353850","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/the-log-book-will-rolls-woodburning-stove-guide-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}