having read on similar forums, topics discussing and how to make these things , i thought i’d copy an email ive just recieved from Calor.
”Calor Gas has announced that it will take legal action against those who post advice online as to how to tamper with its gas cylinders in order to make wood burners.
The announcement follows the company’s recent warning on Plumbzine, issue 142, of the dangers of attempting to construct wood burners from liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders.
Calor has become aware of a number of websites giving instructions about how to transform or deconstruct LPG cylinders, for example, into domestic wood burners, and is now looking to take legal action against persistent offenders.
Mark Hobday, business control manager, Calor, said:”Calor cylinders are used widely, whether at home, for leisure or at work, and their safety record is exemplary.
“However, it is alarming to see a rise in untrained people attempting to cut open cylinders. Advice on how to create wood burning stoves is widespread on the internet. This is not only dangerous but unlawful.
“Subsequently, Calor will be pursuing legal action against these websites and anyone who is found to be unlawfully tampering with cylinders.””