Stove fireplaces serve as a cost-effective heating alternative to standard fireplaces and central or other types of home heating methods. Among the other benefits of stove fireplaces are independence from electricity in the event of a power outage, the availability of firewood in most areas of North America, and the aesthetic element of style in the stoves’ old-fashioned character.
Different types of stove fireplaces and how they work
The choices in stove fireplaces are:
- Box wood stove fireplaces radiate heat through their firebox to the surrounding air, drawing air for combustion through their door.
- Airtight stove fireplaces contain a sealed firebox and a tight-fitting door. Their air intake damper lets air circulate around the firebox and regulates the fuel consumption rate.
- Pellet-fed stove fireplaces are fueled by a processed wood pellet that is fed electronically into the stove’s combustion chamber.
- Gas stove fireplaces use natural gas and offer ease of adjustment to flame height and intensity. The direct vent variety is optimal for a home with no chimney.
- Outdoor stove fireplaces are portable and fueled by wood or wood pellets. Some are enclosed and have side vents while others have a chimney. Another variety is the bowl-shaped firepot outdoor stove fireplace.
Here is a useful resource on stove fireplaces.
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