Kent Cardrona Wood Fire

Discover the unbeatable comfort and warmth of a wood fire with our range of home heating options. Stay warm and cosy over the Winter months with this effective wood burner

Designed in New Zealand for over 30 years, we understand the importance wood fires play in heating our homes. We develop products that enable Kiwis to use this natural and renewable resource with minimal impact on the environment.

Clean air-approved small-size radiant wood fire

Contemporary matt black design, 5mm steel

Vermiculite brick-lined firebox

Multi-burn firebox helps glass remain clear

Steel plate top for cooking use

Specifications:

Estimated maximum heat output - 14kW

Heats area up to 150m² (typically up to three standard rooms)

Average emission rate - 0.80g/kg

Overall average efficiency - 69%

ECAN Authorisation No. 165500

Will a wood fire heat my whole home?

The correctly sized wood fire for a home is important. Too large and it will be forever run on low causing poor combustion and creosote problems restricting the flue updraft. Too small and it will fail to generate sufficient heat to warm the area.

Kent always recommends a site check of the home by a certified fire installer before installation. Bear in mind that while the wood fire may generate sufficient heat it then has to be circulated throughout the home. If the house doesn’t allow natural dispersal of heat (e.g high ceilings, long hallways ) circulation can be improved with a ceiling fan or heat transfer kit.

How often should I empty the ashes?

Due to the high efficiency of Kent wood fires, ash removal should only be necessary every few weeks. Ashes can be scooped up and removed easily through the door opening.

Kent wood fires work best when a small amount of ash (approximately 20mm deep) is left in the firebox after cleaning. This insulates the bottom and prevents the base of the wood fire from overheating and burning out. In fact, building up the ash bed helps extend the long burn cycle, while reducing the ash bed encourages greater heat output.