Wood Burning Stoves For Sale
Wood stoves can supply additional heat and create a rustic, warm environment in your home or cabin. Before purchasing wood burning fireplace for your space, ensure that you understand installation and ventilation requirements in addition to the type of fuel and the heat output.
Most modern wood stoves are EPA-certified and comply with strict emission and energy efficiency standards to maximize the amount of heat produced. Older stoves are less efficient or may not be EPA-certified.
Cast Iron
Cast iron stoves are an excellent option if you want to have an old-world charm with the durability and efficiency. Cast iron is more resistant to heat than steel, and has a very high thermal retention rate. This means that the cast iron stove will retain warmth even after the fire is out. This makes it an energy efficient alternative. Cast iron also resists cracking and is a good choice for those living in areas with extreme weather conditions, such as snow and freezing winds. However, it does need to be properly cared for in order to prevent corrosion and keep its strength.
The drawback of casting iron wood stoves is its weight. It is heavy and may be difficult to set up and move around. This makes it unsuitable for those with small spaces. It is also susceptible to brittle, and crack if exposed to a rapid change in temperature. If you're willing to make the effort, a premium cast iron stove will provide convection and radiant heat in your home for years to come.
Those looking for a modern eco-friendly alternative should consider a catalytic wood-burning stove. These stoves use a palladium or platinum catalyst to ignite gas at lower temperatures which gives a more complete burn and reduces the amount creosote that escapes the stove into the air. This kind of stove can have an efficiency rating of up to 85 percent, which is more than the majority of old wood-burning stoves that admitted air above the fuel to boost combustion and efficiency.
A wood pellet stove is another option. Pellet stoves are made of tiny pellets made of sawdust and wood chips. They can also be made with sawdust, bark, and other scraps. It is easier to heat your house in this manner, as you can simply load the automatic hopper of the stove with pellets and then light it up. This is a great heating option for those living in colder climates who don't like splitting and stacking logs. However, it's important to keep in mind that a pellet heater requires electricity to operate. This can be a problem in the event of power outages and could result in added expense on your energy bill.
Steel
When you choose a steel wood stove that has a an excellent heat output and superior combustion for a long-lasting burn. The stoves can be adjusted to suit different environmental and seasonal conditions. They are also adjustable in terms of height, climate and fuel type. These stoves are ideal for campers, hunters and those who travel. A single stove can be used to heat and cook multiple campsites.
Lopi steel wood stoves are a blend of beauty and performance designed to last for a lifetime. Beautiful European castings wrap around an extremely durable steel firebox to produce radiant and convective heat to provide a fast and clean burning experience.
The Lopi NEO 1.6 is the perfect freestanding steel wood stove for the value-conscious buyer. This stylish stove comes with an eye-catching design, a large glass to view the flame clearly, a simple operation, and a simple system of air control that ensures optimal combustion. The NEO 1.6 can be equipped with striking porcelain side panels, as well as a recessed stovetop that allows the user to see clearly the flame.
The Ideal Steel Hybrid Wood Stove was designed for the Modern Home Woodstove Competition in 2013. The wood stove is a unique blend of the best of traditional cast iron and steel, a high-profile design that allows an ideal stove for those who don't want to stoop and has a clear line-of-sight view of the flame as well as a high-efficiency finned heat exchanger which produces convective and radiant heat with incredible fuel efficiency. The Ideal Steel Hybrid boasts an EPA 2020 tested 77% efficiency and a very low emission rating of 0.89 gm/hr.
Types of Wood Burning
Vermont Castings can help you whether you're looking for a heating solution that is efficient or are looking for the timeless appeal of a classic wood stove. Since 1975, our wood stoves have stood as a testament to American craftsmanship, delivering warmth, style, and heritage to your home. Defiant is the pinnacle of our selection, the Defiant was designed to withstand winter's fury while adding style and charm to larger areas. Encore FlexBurn is a popular and versatile option that is a popular choice, the Encore is a great fit for medium-sized rooms with its adaptable burning capabilities. Dauntless FlexBurn is a great solution for small rooms looking for efficiency and a sleek design.
Energy Independence
Wood stoves make use of wood, a renewable energy source that is called. This means you're less dependent on the large energy companies and their expensive prices for gas or electricity. A kilowatt hour of heating can be provided by a wood-burning stove for around a fifth of price of a kWh of electricity and about a third of the cost of gas or oil.
A wood stove is safer than an open fire since it is a fireproof device and blocks smoke from entering your living space. The smoke from open fires can enter the house and cause respiratory problems for people with lungs that are sensitive. Wood burning stoves also release a much smaller amount of particulate emission than open fires which can be a major issue for cities with poor air quality.
A wood-burner keeps your home warm and environmentally friendly throughout winter. Wood is renewable energy source and releases significantly less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels like oil and gas. It is also carbon neutral, which means that the same amount of carbon dioxide is released when wood was a tree.
Modern wood stoves are designed to meet the high efficiency standards laid out by the new Ecodesign Regulation in Europe. They are more efficient and can convert a larger percentage of wood into heat when compared to older models. This is more sustainable for the environment. It is recommended to select a stove that is EPA-certified as well as fuel-tested. This will ensure that it is of the highest standard.
Not only do wooden stoves look beautiful and provide a lovely focal point to any room They also encourage family life by creating a space that is not digitalised by technology such as computers or television. A fire in the open is a memorable experience for everyone and can stimulate conversation and socialisation, particularly with children who love the crackling sound of the logs and the warmth they radiate.
Some wood stoves are also equipped with a cooking stove, so you can cook on them and heating your home. This is a great feature for a cabin, or any other space in which there could be power outages.