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Given the quick evolution over the past decade, you must understand the proper functioning and output of the stove in order to better suit your needs. This article is supplementary to: Wood stove rudiments that you should read first.

Stoves do not all diffuse heat the same way. There are 3 different types of diffusion; by radiation (cast iron stove); by convection (steel stove); or by a combination of both (radiation/convection). There are also units of all sizes. The specialists' goal will be to determine exactly the level of heat you need in order to adequately heat the determined space.

The required distance to combustible material is very important to consider. Luckily, today's stoves require much less distance than in the 90's. Many models required as little as 6 inches of distance from the wall. It is however important to ensure that the recommendations concerning the protection of the flooring are also respected. The flooring standards for non combustible floors require a minimum of 18 inches from the front of the stove door and 8 inches from the side walls.

The type of installation is also important. Although some stoves can have an exterior chimney, please note that it is preferable to have the chimney installed in the inside of the house if possible. This way you will avoid having smoke returns at the startup if the chimney is too cold to have a good ascending pull. Your choice will highly affect your chances of obtaining the most for your investment.

Many options are available to you by manufacturers, such as the ashtray, legs, pedestal, color, ventilator, plates, enamel, design, which are all aesthetic. The most important options to consider are automatic cleaning of the window with a hot air sweep function, the quality of the manufacturing materials and the facts which attest the output of the unit.

As for the installation, it is important to ensure to have a municipal permit, the impact caused by your home insurance premium and that it is done by a certified specialist who can guarantee your safety.

You must also not think that everything is simple once the installation is complete; that all you need to do is heat in order to get maximum output, and nothing more. The maintenance of your unit and cleaning of the chimney are very important. We will therefore offer you a few complementary articles to complete your knowledge of heating with woodstoves. 

Maintenance equals performance

Chimney sweeping is a must  

Everything you need to know about eco-logs  

Burning clean is GREEN!