Wood stove in a daylight basement

[kingofcreosote]

I am wondering if I may have draft issues with a new build.

Daylight basement, with the stove on the dark side of the basement. Chimney will go straight up next to the peak of the roof. No bends.

There's probably no way to use outside air in this configuration. I've heard that basements, even daylight basements, can be tricky with wood stoves.

Am I probably fine, or is it likely I'll have problems?

Thank you!

 

[GG Woody]

There are a lot of unknown variables, I like stoves in basements, you'll likely be fine.

 

[Prof]

There are a lot of unknown variables, I like stoves in basements, you'll likely be fine.

I agree, I have a stove in my basement without an outside air kit--and I am good. Give it a go, and then troubleshoot if needed. Insulation and dry wood go a long way!

 

[Dieselhead]

Interior flue all the way up at least 2 stories by the sound of it seems good. It’s true a oak is difficult in a basement especially where you want to place your stove but if the house is super tight a air make up valve nearby can help

 

[stoveliker]

It may be important to ensure that the upper stories of the home are properly air sealed (including the ceilings to the attic). Your home also acts like a chimney, i.e warmed. air in it will move up if it can escape upstairs. That would lead to low pressure in your basement, and could lead to smoke roll out, a poorly breathing stove.

That said, I run a basement stove to my satisfaction. I did air seal (and insulate) my attics. (Which, btw, cut 1/3-1/2 of my heating bill..)

 

[EbS-P]

The tighter you air seal the upper floor(s) the better. My Theo is hot air escaping up high creates low pressure zone on the lowest level. My daylight basement with interior chimney works great.

 

[Wisco Shepherd]

One thing to plan for is a damper. Gonna have lots of draft once it gets going.