Wood Stoves

James P Martin asked:


Wood pellets have become more and more popular as fuel for wood stoves in recent years. Their popularity stems from a number of reasons, not the least of which is that wood is a renewable energy source - unlike others like gas, coal and heating oil.

Wood pellets were invented in the 1970s following the oil crisis of 1973. They were a logical solution to a problem that faced not only U.S. citizens, but also home owners around the world.

Wood pellets are a byproduct of local sawmills. They are produced using untreated sawdust and shavings - leftovers from the cutting of logs into boards and other basic materials made from wood. Shavings and sawdust are dried to eliminate almost all moisture, then compressed under high temperatures and pressure. The result is a 5-10mm pellet that is ready to be burned inside a woodstove.

Those that are accustomed to using wood pellets will know that there are varying degrees of pellet quality. A poorly manufactured pellet can become loose and can even crumble causing its burn to be less than efficient.

A high quality wood pellet contains no additives or binding agents and burns long and hot. Ligin, a natural constituent present in wood, is released under the heat and pressure of the pelleting process.

It is Ligin that actually binds the small particles together to form the pellet itself. The best pellets are made from hard woods such as oak, or from a mixture of hard woods. Pellets that produce less than 1% ash per ton are considered to be premium grade, and the best pellet money can buy.

Wood pellets have proven to be good for the environment as well. Emissions from combustion are low compared the burning of traditional logs or wood. Low emissions makes the burning of wood pellets in urban areas especially attractive to wood stove owners.

If you are in the market for a wood stove, consider a wood pellet stove as a fine choice. They are economical, environmentally friendly, and produce an ambiance and heating comfort that is hard to match with any other home heating method.



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mnzylinsky asked:


We live in Oak Harbor Wa in Island Cty and we are looking for a functional woodstove that meets our home owners insurance. Needs to have aan oven.

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skahhh asked:


Does the DEP or EPA have standards for residential neighborhoods or are there local ordinances that cover such? I have an oil burner and my house sits in a valley and the soot covers my siding and vehicles and the carbon dioxide settles in the valley?

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Stephanie Larkin asked:


Rising oil prices should no longer be a shock to anyone. The fear and trepidation of the uncertainty about how high they will climb is common. Planning for ways to reduce our reliability on fossil fuels is the logical next step. For those who live in the northern half of the northern hemisphere heating the home is a major concern.

Pellet stoves may be the answer for many folks. The pellet stove offers a low-cost fuel with very little mess. Unlike oil, propane, and natural gas it is not directly affected by the rising oil prices. It also does not have the mess factor associated with regular wood and coal burning stoves. Installation is fairly simple and the cost-benefit ratio is very good.

Pellet stoves cost between $800, for a low-end, basic model, and over $3000 for a more decorative, or larger model. The pellet fuel for these stoves varies in price by region, but generally runs around $225 per ton. There are many variables that must be factored in when looking at the efficiency of the pellet stove. The size of the structure being heated, the insulation factor, the regular maintenance and cleaning of the appliance and the outside temperature are all important pieces to the puzzle.

To understand the savings potential of a pellet stove, it is first important to look at the options. Electric heat can be expensive to install and the trade off in a higher electric bill may not really off-set the cost of oil. Coal is a very messy and inefficient, as well as environmentally unfriendly, method of heating. Solar heat is very “green” but expensive to install and at times very inefficient.

A wood stove or wood furnace can certainly supply the needed heat to keep a house warm through even the harshest winter. The problem is that even the cost of wood is climbing and you have to have storage for the wood, for the stored wood and the wood being burned. This translates into a lot of mess. Woods efficiency as a heat source varies depending on the type and the method of burning. If a stove is lit and allowed to burn out and cool and must be re-lit, a lot of heat is lost to reheating. The wood itself has differing BTUs depending on type. The biggest cost with a wood stove, after the cost of installing a chimney, and proper installation of the stove, is the labor. It is a labor-intensive means of heat.

That brings us to fossil fuels. Propane can be an effective heating source, but it is not a great choice for heating large areas. Natural gas is another great choice for the fireplaces or room heaters, but not as cost effective in large areas. Fuel oil is the most common full-house heating fuel. Oil furnaces were very popular a short time ago due to their convenience. You could set the thermostat and then, as long as there was oil in the tank, your house would stay at that temperature without any effort from you. That was until the prices climbed to uncomfortable, and then almost impossible, heights. Now, to heat an average home through the winter it takes around 800-900 gallons of oil. When the price was down around $1.50 per gallon, heating costs figured out to $1200-$1350 per winter. Now, with a projected price of $5.00 per gallon, that heating price tag climbs to $4000-$4500.

Now, in steps the pellet stove. For that same home to heat with pellet heat over the same winter it would consume about 3 to 4 tons of pellets. This, at the current price of $225 per ton, would come out to $675 to $900 in heating costs. Factor in the cost of a mid range pellet stove ($1500) and installation ($300) and you still have a total first year cost of only $2700. That is still a savings of $1300 off what the projected oil heating cost would be for the same time frame.

It is not hard to see the benefit of a pellet stove when the numbers are examined. The pellet stove is a very efficient heating appliance. It has very little ash production and a 40 pound bag of pellets will last 24-48 hours depending on the size of the space being heated and the temperature being maintained. Those who still need the convenience of set it and go heating will find the thermostat control on the pellet stove convenient. Many people are using a combination of oil and pellet heat to cut down on overall oil use and reduce heating costs. Burning 1 ton of pellets can reduce oil use by up to 500 gallons. This has the potential of saving the homeowner $2275 in heating costs for the winter. That savings is hard to argue or ignore.



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anonymous asked:


rning stove can add more than just comfort to a home. It can add a sense of style and grace as well. The sheer warmth of a wood burning stoves makes them a welcome addition in most homes.

With the looks and varieties that are available these days you are sure to find a wood burning stove to bring added style to any room in your home. With comfort, convenience and style you can find the right wood burning stove to help you heat your home this winter.

Never knowing what Old Man Winter may throw your way this winter may get your mind to thinking of the convenience of wood burning stoves. Being prepared for whatever the winter brings may make it a little easier for you and your family to bear. If the electricity in your home goes out you have a good backup with a wood burning stove. Also, not having the expense of gasoline or electric is not only convenient but affordable. The convenience of a wood burning stove also allows you to know that you can have heat fast when you need it.

The comfortable heat that wood burning stoves provide will let you and your family enjoy wintery nights at home safe and warm. These stoves can produce efficient heat because the fire is enclosed in the fire chamber and not an open flame. You also have control of the heat with the air control on the wood burning stove. A wood burning stove can bring comfort to your home with the heat that it provides even in the coldest of winters.

Putting heat together with style may not always be possible but it is with the choices that are available to you when you choose to purchase a wood burning stove. You have many choices when it comes to the style of wood burning stoves and the place you want to place your stove. There are free standing stoves which allow you to choose to place the stove almost anywhere in your home that you want to produce comfortable heat. If you choose a freestanding wood burning stove you can chose fro a variety of styles to accent that space just the way you want it. From cast iron to pedestal wood stoves you will be able to find just the style that fits in your home and helps you stay warm this winter.

With the convenience of not having to worry about the electric going out or going out to purchase fuel to keep warm a wood burning stove may be what you are looking for. The heat that these stoves provide will bring you comfort from the cold winter months. Combining convenience and comfort with the styles you can choose from will let you enjoy this years winter when you choose wood burning stoves.



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will asked:


I am planning to install a wood stove. Seeking info if the Buck brand is okay. Thanks.

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Paul Zayer asked:


I love my wood burning stove Maybe you have noticed but many people have one these days. When the cold season arrives, it is sure nice to have a wood burning stove. I can tell you that.

When I see a wood burning stove in a store or in a magazine it brings back a lot of nice memories. I truly loved the smell and the nice heat my family’s old wood burning stove was giving us in the kitchen in the cold season.

It may seem strange in this day in high tech, but wood burning stoves are getting more popular than they have been in almost a century. Many individuals would suppose that a wood burning oven was about the least practical thing that you would put in your residence. After all, there are a lot of negative aspect to a wood burning stove. First of all, there isn’t the same kind of fine temperature control as with a gas heater. Wood burning stoves, basically, are either on or off. When they are on, you have to constantly supply them with wood. When they are off, they take hours to get going again.

Even so, the wood burning stove has a lot of advantage too. First of all, wood burning ovens are multipurpose. You can use them to heat a room but they can also be used to dry clothes, and warm cold hands. You can even bake certain things on some wood burning stoves! You also have to think of energy cost. Wood burning stoves was thought of as impractical because of the amount of work that goes into using them. Today, however, they make more and more sense. They burn wood very slowly, and in many regions fire wood is accessible at no cost. Having a wood burning stove can save you hundreds and hundreds of dollars every winter. For many families, that is no laughing matter.

But wood burning stoves do have a lot of hazards to them. Though they are not difficult to maintain, they have dangers that regular gas furnaces do not have. Wood burning stoves required in the middle of your living space. That means that if you have young children, they are at risk. If they run into the wood burning stoves, they can burn themselves! Also, a lot of persons believe that wood burning stoves have much greater emissions than other kind of heating systems. Even oil burning furnaces - infamous for the air pollution they produce - are known to be healthier for you than wood stoves. If your wood burning stove is not adequately insulated from the residence, it can liberate dangerous indoor pollution and poison you and your family.

Nevertheless, even with all of these disadvantage, wood burning stoves make sense. They enjoy a renaissance among environmentally conscious individuals. Not only are they more efficient now, but they also allow you to survive with less exterior dependence on our shrinking natural gas supply. So next time you see a wood burning stove, why not get in the store and have a closer look at it? I am pretty certain that you will enjoy the experience.



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curiousgeorge asked:


I have a “New Lily Darling Range” No. 280
which is a wood burning stove–5 burner-that most likely was made in the 20’s, 30’s, or 40’s.
I’m trying to find out about the company, product, value..Please help!

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Jim Stevens asked:


It’s a fact that a gas from wood will burn if fire is 1000 degrees or more. When the fire is down and FireBox Gases are less than 1000 degrees, the gases won’t burn. However, when gases pass via the catalytic combustor, the palladium metal is conducive as a catalyst and allows gases to burn at lower temperatures of 500 degrees. This permits the wood stove to create long lasting heat that’s even while extending the time of burning for each wood load.

If you possess a wood-burning appliance that’s older, it’s advisable to consider an upgrade to a newer catalytic wood-burning stove certified by EPA or US Environmental Protection Agency. The high-efficiency appliances have lower emissions and are much safer, being that complete combustion can help to prevent any buildup of creosote (flammable deposits from the chimney).

For a retrofit of an existing wood-burning appliance that’s non-catalytic and has a catalytic combustor, a catalytic damper is an option to consider. They are available in kits and normally installed in a flue collar. To monitor any stove temperature after the addition of a catalytic combustor, one can install one or more heat sensors on the stove pipe or stove body as well.

Suitable venting is crucial to maintaining high efficiency and diminishing pollution. Prior to having a wood stove installed, ensure to check with the local authorities in relation to permits and building codes, and notify the fire insurance company as well. Moreover, it’s vital to consult a certified installer regarding the need for flue liner in a masonry chimney. The flue liner can help to maintain appropriate draft and prevent any icing, which can impede the chimney.

It’s advisable to use the recommended manufacturer’s flue diameter. A flue that’s not properly sized won’t offer the draft necessary to utilize the wood stove. Although many homeowners supplement existing systems with other forms of heating, more than 70% of homeowners still relay on wood stoves. You can find out more information about wood stoves at: iBuyWoodstoves.com.

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Mandy S asked:


The old wood stove that we grew up on, ex. burned wood warm your bones and makes smoke VS new high efficency wood stoves that burns wood, little ash and little smoke. does it heat good like the old ones ? or (wood) I be sorry for changing from old style to new age?

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