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When it comes to choosing your fireplace, many people know whether they want to opt for an electric, gas or wood-burning fire. Here at Contura, we have a range of high-quality wood burning fireplaces and stoves to choose from. So, if you have decided you would like a wood burning fireplace or stove, but haven’t quite decided on your perfect option, then hopefully we can help!

Which Log-Burning Stove Should I Choose for a Log Cabin or Shed?
2021-01-21 With fewer places to go for a break this year, it makes sense that more and more people are looking to their sheds and other outdoor buildings like log cabins for a quiet space and a little reprieve f...
What wood burner size fits me?
2020-06-29 Choosing the right size wood burning stove for your home requires careful consideration. Not only do you have to consider the style, burner type, and location for your burner, you also need to conside...
What to put behind a wood burning stove?
2020-06-01 After you have purchased a wood burning stove, it is time to consider the backdrop and surround to create a focal point in your room.The only limit to fireplace and surround design ideas is your imagi...
How to choose the perfect stove for you!
2020-04-22 There is wide range of points to consider when choosing the perfect log burner or multi-fuel stove. There are quite a few key things you should consider before buying one of our stoves, so join us to ...
Contura 300 wins the International iF Design Award!
2019-12-04 Contura are proud to announce the Contura 300 has been awarded an International iF Design Award! Every year, the iF International Forum Design GmbH organises one of the world's most celebrated and val...
Merry Christmas from Contura!
2019-11-15 We love Christmas here at Contura! After all, what better way to spend Christmas than in front of your highly-sophisticated wood burning stove? The weather might be getting colder, but as we get close...
The Great British Barbeque: How to Ensure the Best BBQ Burn
2019-06-15 Time to fire up the BBQ: Tips from wood burning stove company, Contura, for getting the best results this BBQ season.
Embrace your inner swede this national Swedish day
2019-06-05 National Swedish Day on 6 June is the perfect opportunity to embrace a more Swedish way of living. What can one of the world’s happiest nations teach us?