I bought an old farmhouse 2 years ago and have been using a Fisher Grandma (I think...) that was in the house when I got it. Looking to upgrade to a newer stove...what do you all recommend?
Well that is like asking "Hey I've been driving a 1979 Monte Carlo and could use a new car, what do you guys recommend?" You'll get responses anywhere from a Mini Cooper to a Cadillac to a Ferrari.
Tell us a little more about your situation.
How old is your house and what is the square footage?
How many floors?
How well insulated is your house?
Where is the stove located?
How is your existing stove installed?
What type of chimney do you have? Is there a liner?
Do you plan to heat 100% with wood or just part time like nights and weekends?
What is your budget?
There will be many more questions that will follow.
When upgrading to a new stove you often have to upgrade your wood supply too. These EPA stoves don't run well at all and create a heck of a mess with wood greater than 20% moisture content.
Thanks for the input!! Have a good place to start now. Keep any other suggestions coming...or personal experiences with those mentioned above. Thanks
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