Baker's Choice in Texas

[Mark1957]

A few years ago my wife purchased a Baker's Choice wood cookstove from Lehmans. She is a prepper and feels that we should have one. Anyway, NO ONE around here has any idea what to do with it. So it is on me to figure out what to do with it.

Question #1 Do I put insulation in the wall where the stove will sit? The outer wall surface is Hardi Plank on OSB plywood on 2x4s. I was going to use either wool insulation or R25 fiberglass insulation in the wall and ceiling about the stove. Can electric wires run through the wall behind the stove or should they by rerouted. The room for the stove is an add-on behind our house.

Thanks,
Mark

 

[bholler]

What does the manual require for clearance to combustibles?

 

[begreen]

Are there any good wood stove installers in the area? This is no different as long as the rules and clearances are honored.

The clearances are high for this stove. To make the installation more practical it would be good to install wall protection per NFPA 211. Then the clearance is reduce down to 12". It's ok to run wiring in the wall, the studs are more combustible. Take your time and design well before building or installing the flue system. Ask lots of questions if necessary.



This article details wall clearances and making a wall shield.

Wood Stoves and Fireplaces Thread 'WOOD STOVE WALL CLEARANCES - PRIMER'

Oct 18, 2015

Written by Ken Rajesky, Hearth Industry Expert.

After the difficult decision of what stove to buy has been made, you’ll need to install the stove safely. However good the stove is, it’s still not safe unless installed to manufacturers specifications.

First, review the owners guide that came with the stove. Discuss the installation with your retailer. If you have further questions, contact the technical service department of the manufacturer. The Hearth.com Forums (on this site) can also help you get answers about stove clearances.

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