Wood Stoves Denver and Vail
Freestanding Wood Stoves — Stating the Facts
Freestanding wood stoves have come a long way in recent years with regards to cleanliness and efficiency. Most, if not all, freestanding stoves include multiple burn chambers to claim the most energy from the fuel source. This helps two fold. You will consume less wood in the same amount of time. More importantly, the emissions from these devices meet strict environmental standards. So, yes, most modern freestanding wood stoves can be burned on red air-quality days.
Further adding to the efficiency of a wood stove is the availability on most models to add a fan system. This moves air from around the stove surfaces out into the room in front.
There are many constraints on installing a wood burning stove. They must be installed on a fire-proof pad meeting dimensions set by each stoves installation instructions. There are also unique distances from stove surface to unprotected walls. Finally, special care must be taken when venting the stove. Consult installation instructions for more details.
