Wood Burning Stoves For Sale
Wood stoves can add warmth and create a rustic, cozy ambience in your cabin or home. Be sure to understand the requirements for ventilation and installation and also the fuel type and heat output prior to buying a wood stove.
Modern wood stoves are EPA certified and meet strict emission and energy efficiency regulations to maximize the amount of heat produced. However, older stoves may not be EPA-certified or feature less efficient combustion.
Cast Iron
If you're looking for old-fashioned style durability, efficiency and longevity in your wood stove, consider casting iron stove. Cast iron withstands higher temperatures than steel and has superior thermal retention, meaning it retains warmth long after the fire has gone out. It is therefore an energy-efficient alternative. Cast iron also resists cracking and is a good choice for people living in areas that experience harsh weather conditions, like snow and freezing wind. However, it does need to be properly cared for to avoid rusting and maintain its strength.
The drawback of the cast iron wood stove is its weight. It can be difficult to maneuver and install, and isn't always ideal for those with limited space in their home. Additionally, it can be fragile and could crack if subjected to rapid temperature changes. If you are willing to make the effort, however, a high quality cast iron stove can provide radiant and convection heating for your home for many years.
If you are looking for a modern green alternative should consider a catalytic wood burning stove. These models utilize a palladium or platinum catalyst to ignite gasses at a lower temperature which lets them burn more thoroughly and reduce the amount of creosote escaping the stove into the air. This type of stove could have an efficiency rating of up to 85 percent, which is much more than the majority of old wood burning stoves that only allowed air to be injected above the fuel to increase combustion and efficiency.
A wood pellet stove is another option. Pellet stoves are made of small pellets made from wood chips and sawdust. They are also made from sawdust, bark, and other scraps. This is a much more efficient method of heating your home, as you can simply fill the stove's hopper that is automatic with pellets and then set it on fire. This is a great heating option for those in colder climates who don't like splitting and stacking logs. However, it's also important to remember that pellet heaters require electricity to operate. This can be a problem during power outages and can result in added expense on your energy bill.
Steel
If you opt for a wood stove made of steel, you're getting high heat output and excellent combustion for a long burn. The stoves can be adjusted to fit various climates and conditions. They can also be adjusted for height, climate, and fuel type. These stoves are great for hunters, campers and those who travel. A single stove can be used to cook and heat multiple campsites.
Lopi steel wood burning stoves mix design and performance to produce a product that will last for the rest of your life. Beautiful European castings are encased in an extremely durable steel firebox to provide radiant and convective heating.
The Lopi NEO 1.6 is the perfect freestanding steel wood stove for the value-conscious buyer. This sleek stove features a bold design, a large glass to see the flame clearly, a simple operation and a simple system of air control that ensures an efficient combustion. The NEO 1.6 can be equipped with dramatic porcelain side panels, and an recessed stovetop that provides an unobstructed view of the flame.
The Ideal Steel Hybrid Wood Stove created for the Modern Home Woodstove Competition of 2013, is a hybrid wood stove made of cast iron and steel. This unique wood stove blends traditional cast iron with steel, a tall-profile design that permits easy loading without stooping and a clear view of the flame. It also has an efficient heat exchanger with fins that produces radiant heat and convective warmth while using less fuel. The Ideal Steel Hybrid boasts a 77 percent efficiency rating, according to EPA 2020 and a very low emission rating of 0.89 gm/hr.
Wood Burning Types
If you're looking for an efficient heating solution, or want the timeless appeal of a traditional wood stove, Vermont Castings is here to help. Since 1975 Vermont Castings wood stoves have provided warmth, style, and heritage to your home. Defiant is the top model in the collection. It was created to withstand winter's harshness and bring style and charm to large spaces. Encore FlexBurn: A popular and versatile choice The Encore is a great fit for medium-sized rooms with its ad-hoc burning capabilities. Dauntless FlexBurn: Ideal for small spaces seeking efficiency and a sleek design the front-load Dauntless is the perfect choice.
Energy Independence
Wood stoves burn a sustainable fuel, wood, so you will not be dependent on huge energy companies and the price of their monopoly gas or electricity supplies. Best wood burning stoves can provide a kilowatt-hour of heat for only a fraction of the price of gas or electricity.
A wood stove is safer than an open fire because it contains the flame and blocks smoke from entering your living space. Smoke from a fireplace that is open can get into your home and cause respiratory issues for those with sensitive lung tissue. Wood burning stoves also produce less particulate emissions than open fires which can be a major problem for cities with poor air quality.
A wood-burner keeps you warm and eco-friendly all winter. Wood is renewable energy source and produces significantly less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels like gas and oil. It is also classified as carbon neutral, meaning that the same amount of carbon dioxide is released when wood burns, just as it did in its original state as it was a tree.
Many modern wood stoves are made to meet the high-efficiency standards established by the new Ecodesign Regulation here in Europe. This means they are more efficient, and convert a higher proportion of the wood into heat than the older models, making them more beneficial for our environment. It is recommended to choose a stove which is EPA-certified and fuel-tested. This will ensure that it is of the highest standard.
Wooden stoves are not only beautiful and create an element of interest to a room, but they can also promote family life because they create an atmosphere that isn't influenced by television or computers. Gathering around the fire is a wonderful time for all and can promote socialisation and conversation, especially with children.
Some wood stoves have an integrated cooktop, and you can use it to cook and heat your home. This can be a useful feature in an apartment or other living space that doesn't have access to the grid, and could be affected by power outages from time to time.