About Me
I’m Scott, the founder of the Woodburner Educational Programme (WEP) — and someone who’s spent the last decade with my feet on the ground, installing wood-burning stoves across Gloucestershire and beyond.
I started out over 10 years ago in a small-town showroom, quickly becoming lead installer and then moving on to a larger Gloucester-based company, where I took on the role of Head of Installations and eventually became a director.
A few years later, I set up Cosyflame Fireplace Solutions, my own independent supply and installation business, which I’ve proudly run for the past five years.
Throughout all of that, one thing has stood out: it’s not just about installing stoves — it’s about what happens after.
Too often, I’ve seen people left in the dark when it comes to understanding how to actually use and maintain their stove properly. And this knowledge gap isn’t just a minor issue — it can affect home safety, local air quality, and even contribute to wider environmental damage if the stove is used incorrectly.
That’s exactly why I created WEP.
This programme is built on the belief that every wood burner user plays a vital role — not just in the safety of their own home and family, but in protecting the wellbeing of neighbours, communities, and the planet we all share. Through clear, accessible guidance, WEP is here to make sure people have the tools and knowledge to burn responsibly and confidently.
Because when people understand their stove, every fire becomes a cleaner, safer, more sustainable one.
