Charnwood Skye 5 Wood Burning Fireplace

The Charnwood Skye 5 is a modern wood burning stove with clean, simple lines and landscape proportions.

With a 5 kW rated output and a heat output range of 2–7 kW, the Skye 5 provides a practical heating solution for a variety of living spaces. This means it will heat around 175 m³ of room space. Its compact proportions allow it to work equally well as a freestanding stove or within a fireplace setting.

The Skye 5 is also a multi-fuel stove, with a converting grate for burning suitable solid fuels as well as wood.

The ‘Skye 5’ is one of the cleanest burning additions yet to the Charnwood portfolio. When tested for the future ‘Eco-Design 2022’ regulations, it far surpassed the requirements of the future stringent regulations. This means that the Skye 5 cast iron fireplace is built for the future.

The Skye 5 Charnwood fireplace comes in two options ‘low’ and ‘store stand’. This makes a versatile option for many fireplace surrounds. It’s retro design aesthetic makes it a popular choice with Designers.

5 kW Wood Burning Stove

The Charnwood Skye 5 has a rated heat output of 5 kW and provides between 2 and 7 kW of heat to the room.

When burning wood, the Skye 5 achieves 86% net efficiency. Its efficiency when burning solid fuel is 82%.

The stove can accommodate logs up to 350 mm (13.5 inches) long.

Modern Stove Design

The Skye 5 has a classically minimal design with soft modern detailing and landscape proportions.

Its clean styling allows the stove to complement both contemporary and more traditional interiors. Charnwood designed the Skye 5 for use either freestanding or within a fireplace.

The stove is available in a selection of Charnwood colours, allowing it to be matched to different interior styles.

Clean-Burning Technology

The Skye 5 incorporates Charnwood’s Cleanburn Airwash Technology and Quattroflow Air Management System.

Cleanburn technology supports efficient combustion, while the Airwash system helps keep the ceramic glass clearer during operation.

The Skye 5 is SIA Eco Design Ready and exceeds the relevant Ecodesign performance standards.

Multi-Fuel Capability

The Charnwood Skye 5 is both a wood burning and multi-fuel stove.

Its converting grate allows the stove to be configured for suitable solid fuels as well as wood. Charnwood’s technical specifications provide separate efficiency figures for wood and solid fuel.

For wood burning, use properly seasoned firewood in accordance with the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

Skye 5 Features

• 5 kW rated heat output
• 2–7 kW heat output range
• 86% net efficiency when burning wood
• 82% net efficiency when burning solid fuel
• Weight –  155KG with stand
• Wood burning and multi-fuel capability
• Dimensions (with stand) – 81cm (h) x 51cm (w) x 39cm (d).
• Maximum log length: 350 mm / 13.5 inches
• Cleanburn Airwash Technology
• Quattroflow Air Management System
• Converting grate
• Cool-to-touch handle
• Drop-down throat plate
• Inverted flue collar
• Ceramic glass
• Plate steel, cast iron and firebrick construction
• SIA Eco Design Ready
• DEFRA exempt for burning wood in smoke control areas
• Top or rear 125 mm / 5-inch flue outlet
• Low Stand or Store Stand options
• Choice of eight Charnwood colours

Skye 5 Stand Options

The Charnwood Skye 5 is available with either a Low Stand or Store Stand.

The Store Stand raises the stove and incorporates space underneath for storing firewood. The Low Stand provides a lower freestanding configuration.

The Skye 5 weighs approximately 135 kg in the Low configuration and 155 kg with the Store Stand.

Flue Connection

The Skye 5 has a 125 mm (5-inch) flue outlet and can be configured for either a top or rear flue connection. A vertical rear flue adaptor is available as an option.

Installation should follow the manufacturer’s requirements and applicable South African regulations. Correct clearances and flue specifications are particularly important when installing a wood burning stove.

Charnwood Skye 5 in South Africa

The Charnwood Skye 5 wood burning stove combines a compact footprint with a modern design and flexible heating capability.

Its 5 kW output, clean-burning technology and choice of Low Stand or Store Stand make it a versatile option for South African homes.

As a multi-fuel model, it also offers the flexibility of burning suitable solid fuels when configured and operated according to the manufacturer’s requirements.

Contact Italfire to discuss the Charnwood Skye 5 and installation requirements for your home.

Charnwood fireplaces

Charnwood is one of best wood-burning fireplace brands in South Africa. Every Charnwood fireplace is built in the United Kingdom using precision-engineered steel and cast iron components. Designed to provide efficient heat with exceptional flame control. These fireplaces combine traditional craftsmanship with modern combustion technology.

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