Wood-burning stove or open fire? Arabella Youens examines the pros and cons of both options.
In the country, most houses need a powerful source of heat in the depths of winter to boost or counter the cost of having the central heating on all day. However, the role of fire isn’t just about warmth; there’s no doubt that dancing flames – in an open grate or behind a glass – is a sure-fire way of bringing atmosphere into a room.
As interior decorator Emma…
