About: The Wise Life

WISELIVING is Australia's only privately owned and operated sustainable 
heating, cooking and hot water manufacturer.

Who We Are

For more than 40 years, the Black family has invested their time and energy to develop products and systems that hold true to their ethos of “Respect for People and the Environment”.


As a  manufacturer of sustainable slow-combustion heating, cooking and solar hot water systems, we pride ourselves in the quality and craftsmanship employed in each one of their products. 


Our experience and expertise in the design and supply of integrated hydronic heating and hot water systems are second to none in Australia. Our international partnerships also allow us to source cost-effective, complementary products that meet our quality and technical requirements from the world’s leading manufacturers. 


When you invest in a WISELIVING product or system, you will receive a personal solution to suit your specific needs and will become part of the our story to continue excellence in innovation. 


Bespoke Systems & Plans

Every customer is unique. That’s why we customize every one of our plans to fit your needs exactly. Whether it’s a simple strategy for hot water or a comprehensive off-grid system for all your heating, hot water and cooking needs, we’ll sit down with you, listen to your requests, and prepare a customized plan. 

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Australian Made

WISELIVING is proud to be one of the only remaining independently owned Australian manufacturers of combustion heaters, cookers and hot water tanks. 

Bespoke Solutions

Every project is handled personally, every time. We make sure you have the most experienced professionals working with you to get the best results. 

Quality Guaranteed

Each product is handmade by experienced craftsman and comes with the WISELIVING manufacturing guarantee.

Products

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What wood should I use for my slow combustion heater?

    The most important thing to be mindful of when choosing wood to run in your slow custombustion heater or stove is that the wood is properly seasoned i.e. dried. A good seasoned wood will have been dried over 2-5 years depending on the density. 


    If you put wet wood into your firebox (and be remember you can't always tell this from the outside of a log) all the energy produced goes into drying out the wood not producing heat. 


    The best Australian hardwood (greybox, yellow box, malley roots, redgum or any common eucalypt) sourced from a professional wood dealer should be dry before sale. 


    If you are sourcing your own wood (make sure you have a permit) you should be looking to cut dead limbs or fallen trees. 


    If your wood is not properly dired it will not only effect your heat output and energy usage but also effect the heat temperture reached and smoke output.   


    Tip: If the bark is still attached or can't be removed easily from the log or branch then it is too green to burn.   

  • What is Hydronic Heating?

    Hydronic Heating is a cost-effective form of in-home heating that combines smart energy with innovative technology to produce the most efficient heating system on the market.


    The systems use water to move heat from a source such as a gas boiler or heat pump through piping to each individual room. 


    It’s often installed in concrete slabs, radiator panels and/or heated towel rails. 

  • Is wood a sustainable source of energy?

    The short answer is YES. Wood is a renewable bioenergy. It is recommended that environmentally aware wood users either buy their wood from FAA members or collect it from permitted areas. As long as you have purchased your wood from sustainable sources, you are actually helping the environment by heating your home with wood instead of gas or electricity. 


    A CSIRO study in 2003 showed that firewood is virtually greenhouse neutral and is a useful way to reduce the carbon pollution from gas and coal energy use.

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