For autonomous heat supply of private estates, various methods are used: they install boilers and fireplaces, equip a "warm floor" system, lay brick ovens, and use modern solar systems. However, metal wood-burning stoves for heating a private house, presented on the Russian market, remain a traditional addition that creates coziness.
In small houses, they serve as the main heating device, and in spacious cottages serve as a backup source of heat. Among the products there are also stylized models that emphasize the retro interior. Consider the best models of different price segments, give their characteristics and features of operation.
We also focus on important criteria that it is advisable to consider when choosing a suitable wood stove for domestic use.
TOP-12 wood stoves for the home
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Budget price segment
Compact, affordable and attractive stove for small spaces
New brand Vesuvius, an excellent option, taking into account the balance of price / quality. It is made of special structural steel, which explains its low cost. The manufacturer paid attention to the design of the wood-burning stove for heating the house: the sides are lined with ceramic inserts, the door is made of cast iron with a decorative pattern.
The grate, like the door, is cast iron. Under the furnace compartment is a sliding ash pan, which is convenient for cleaning. On the top panel there is one fixed burner. The chimney has a top location.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - structural steel;
- type - closed, door cast iron / glass;
- volume of premises - 100 m³;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 15 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 115 mm;
- height - 67 cm.
The heater is designed for small rooms of a household type, but is ideal for a summer house or summer kitchen. Steel products are less cast iron, so you do not have to rely on long operation.
B5 appeared on the market quite recently, so there are still few reviews about the wood-burning stove for heating the house. However, sellers believe that this is a great option for seasonal use - compact, attractive in appearance and inexpensive.
Advantages
- Quick room warming up
- Compact dimensions and light weight
- Attractive design
- There is a hob
disadvantages
- Fire door without glass
- Fast cooling rate
- At first, the smell of paint
Sintered buleryan furnace - quick and uniform heating of the house
The Breneran furnace is produced in Russia according to Canadian technology. The model of the bezokolosny gas-generating type works efficiently due to the implementation of convection technology.
During heating, warm air escapes up into the room, and cold flows are sucked in through the lower openings. Thanks to convection, the house warms up quickly and evenly.
There is no traditional grate in the model; firewood is burned directly on the ash remaining after the previous operation. The firebox itself consists of two chambers. The lower compartment is intended for burning wood, the upper - for burning gas. This principle of operation provides increased efficiency and economical consumption of firewood.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - structural steel;
- type - closed;
- volume of premises - 100 m3;
- hob - no;
- power - 6 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 120 mm;
- height - 63 cm.
The stove is in demand among buyers due to its good performance and affordability. Some do not like the appearance of the unit and the lack of a hob. The model does not have an ash box, so you will have to clean the stove often enough.
Advantages
- Burning duration with proper laying of firewood
- The speed of heating the room
- Combustion rate adjustment
- Compact dimensions
- Light weight and easy to install
disadvantages
- No hob
- The ash box is missing
- Door without a glass window
#3
FIRE BATTERY 7 anthracite
Long burning stove with two options for connecting the chimney
Home stove manufactured by TMF (Thermofor) with a cast iron hob, a universal chimney, and a long burning function. The walls of the body are a slot convector, which provides additional heating in the room. Volumetric firebox - 47 l. The location of the chimney with a gate is universal.
The surface of the device is painted with a special metal paint. In addition to the shade of anthracite, you can choose chocolate and anthracite-gray metallic.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron / steel;
- type - closed, steel / glass door;
- volume of premises - 150 m³;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 10 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 120 mm;
- height - 76 cm.
The logs for the firebox should have a length of not more than 42 cm. If the name of the modification indicates the letter B, the furnace is supplied with a built-in heat exchanger, which is located along the rear wall and has two exits ¾.
The 7th model, according to reviews, is the most convenient to care for (compared to 9 or 11 models): you can easily get ash from the furnace even from the back wall.
Advantages
- Stylish design
- Two options for the outlet of the chimney: side and top
- Heats quickly and keeps warm for a long time
- Easy installation
- Ring with rings of different diameters
disadvantages
- The stove smokes when kindled
- The window is quickly covered with soot
Good value for money
The stove of the floor type looks more massive than previous models with elegant legs. The furnace is made of structural steel, but the grate, burner, case and door are made of cast iron. There are options when only a circle or only a cast-iron door. A seal is located around the door perimeter, which increases the burning time up to 8 hours. The pipe fitting is located on top.
The product is suitable for both home and industrial consumption. It will be appropriate in a garage, utility room, greenhouse or in the country kitchen. The recommended length of logs is 40 cm. The side walls are protected by a convection hood.
Technical information:
- location - floor;
- material - structural steel;
- type - closed, door cast iron;
- volume of premises - 150 m³;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 9 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 115 mm;
- height - 71.2 cm.
Due to its low cost and compactness, the furnace was immediately appreciated by consumers. Owners of a heater like a wide surface with a hob for 1 burner. Warranty - 1 year.
Advantages
- Long burning mode
- High efficiency - 86%
- Ring with two rings of different diameters
- Durable cast iron housing
- Small dimensions of the stove
disadvantages
- Smell of burnt metal
- There is no glass window in the door
Middle price segment
A popular stove for home or garden - a balance of price tag, functionality and power
An attractive fireplace stove can handle the heating of a small private house, cottage or garage. The Vesuvius Triumph 180 unit is completely made of cast iron, the thickness of the combustion chamber is at least 12 cm. The furnace door is equipped with heat-resistant glass.
Vesuvius Triumph 180 is able to maintain combustion for up to 8 hours - this is enough to maintain a comfortable temperature all night. The model is equipped with one burner and ash pan, unit maintenance does not cause difficulties.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron;
- type - closed;
- volume of premises - 180 m3;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 9 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 115 mm;
- height - 62 cm.
Users respond positively to the work of Vesuvius Triumph. They praise a good balance of build quality, power and cost. You can buy a unit for 25-27 thousand rubles.
The stove after kindling quickly warms up the room, and thanks to a roomy firebox, it is not necessary to throw firewood.
Advantages
- Burning time on one firewood tab - up to 8 hours
- Hob with hob
- Glass door
- Material of the furnace - cast iron
- Combustion mode adjustment
disadvantages
- No clear glass system
- Door opening only 90 °
Heating and cooking stove with natural stone trim, firewood drawer and protective railing
A vertically located Serbian stove equipped with a cast iron firebox and a long burning system. The side walls and the lower part of the facade are lined with decorative natural stone talcochlorite. Optionally, you can choose the color of the finish: red, cream, gray, brown, black, burgundy.
The stove is equipped with a cast iron burner. The door is made of the same material and glass. The chimney is connected at the rear. The efficiency is 80%, the burning time is about 5 hours. About 2.5 kg of firewood per hour is consumed in the combustion process.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - steel / cast iron;
- type - closed, door cast iron / glass;
- volume of premises - 150 m³;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 12 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 120 mm;
- height - 85 cm.
In addition to a convenient ash drawer, there is a small section for storing fuel. A railing is installed around the perimeter of the hob, designed to protect against accidental burns. You can dry towels on it.
Advantages
- Beautiful design
- Long burning system
- Railing around the perimeter of the stove
- Retractable ash pan and box for storing firewood
- Glass door
disadvantages
- Heavy weight due to stone finish
- Firewood burning time - 3-4 hours
Vertically oriented stove with flame intensity control
The stove of the Slovak brand, made entirely of steel, but with a glass door, a rear connection to the chimney, an ash pan and a useful feature - the ability to adjust the flame level. This is a vertically oriented, tall product that has several color options: black, white, burgundy, beige (enamel).
The top surface does not have burners, but it is a hob - it is easy to brew coffee or roast a steak on it. All elements are made of steel - this explains the inexpensive cost of the product. Thanks to the firebox extended upwards vertical logging is possible.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - steel;
- type - closed, steel / glass door;
- volume of premises - 124 m³;
- hob - yes, no burners;
- power - 5 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 120 mm;
- height - 90.6 cm.
The “clean glass” system operates in the stove - if the wood does not burn out completely, there will be no soot left on the door. The efficiency of the heating unit is 72%.
According to reviews, this is an excellent option for a large hall in a private house or for heating the kitchen / living room in the country. The stove does not take up much space, does not clutter up the interior and is stable.
Advantages
- Clear glass system
- Attractive appearance
- Possible vertical bookmark firewood
- Light weight and easy to install
- Flame adjustment
disadvantages
- No burner
- Low heat output
- No long burning system
Antique cast-iron fireplace stove - a functional complement to the classic interior
Compact, low, made in a restrained classical style, a Polish-made stove. The sides of the case are decorated with a pattern. For the manufacture of firebox, cast iron of the brand GGL-150 with a thickness of 8 mm was used.
Below is a narrow retractable ash pan. The chimney is connected to the top panel, manual control of the combustion process is possible.
Polish Koza (it is translated - “goat”) is an analogue of the Russian “potbelly stove”. A small fireplace stove saves space, suitable for giving, and for a large cottage. It can be installed in the hall, living room, bedroom or in the kitchen - as a spare stove.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron;
- type - closed, door cast iron / glass;
- volume of premises - no data;
- hob - yes, no burners;
- power - 7 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 130 mm;
- height - 55.7 cm.
The manufacturer recommends laying firewood raw materials with a moisture content of not more than 20% for the furnace. Users note the excellent quality of cast iron, ease of maintenance, affordable price.
Advantages
- Warranty - 5 years
- Stylish performance
- There is a system of "clean glass" and "cold handle"
- Two options for connecting to the chimney
- Compact dimensions and light weight
disadvantages
- No long burning system
- No burner
- Low level of efficiency - 63%
High price segment
Excellent wood-burning stove - there is a burner, an oven and a drawer
The model is a prototype of the MBS Olymp plus stove, presented in the middle price segment. Both units have structural and external similarities. The main difference is that the Olympia stove is equipped with a steel oven with a temperature sensor.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron, steel;
- type - closed;
- volume of premises - 200 m3;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 12 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 120 mm;
- height - 112 cm.
Chimney connection rear. A retractable ash pan is provided for maintenance. The stove with stone trim, glass doors and protective railing looks attractive and does not spoil the interior of the house. The unit shows good power and quickly warms up the room.
Of the disadvantages, users note insufficient heating of the hob. The burner is more suitable not for cooking, but for heating food.
Advantages
- High efficiency - 87%
- Oven with temperature sensor
- Safety railing and sliding ash pan
- Long burning mode
- Attractive design
disadvantages
- The hob does not heat well
- Heavy weight due to stone finish
French brand model - exclusive design, good rigging and performance
A cast iron fireplace stove that performs two functions: practical and aesthetic. Designed to heat a spacious living area, equipped with a large glass door so you can enjoy the flame. Suitable for the hall, living room or hall, rather than for the kitchen. Color - Anthracite.
The device is a long-burning, in normal mode it is heated for 10 hours. The “clean glass" system works. The chimney is connected from above, the loading of firewood is frontal, the recommended maximum length of logs is 33 cm.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron;
- type - closed, door cast iron / glass;
- volume of premises - 400 m³;
- hob - no;
- power - 14 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 180 mm;
- height - 120 cm.
Efficiency - 78.8%. A productive and effective heat source is not available to everyone who wants to buy it - the cost of the product starts from 80 thousand rubles. However, those lucky ones who nevertheless become owners of a decorative product can enjoy both their appearance and their warmth warming in any weather.
Advantages
- Beautiful design
- Clear glass technology and dual burn system
- Long burning mode - up to 10 hours
- Large service area
- Combustion power adjustment
disadvantages
- No hob
- There are complaints of poor quality door hinges
A two-burner compact fireplace stove is a good option for a country house or a hunting lodge
The Finnish brand has long been known for productive stoves for saunas and baths. However, the WU100 is an appliance designed for home heating. Structurally, it differs in that instead of a heater, a hob is integrated at the top. The product can be found under another name - Harvia 10.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron;
- type - closed, door cast iron / glass;
- volume of premises - 200 m³;
- hob - yes, 2 burners;
- power - 6.7 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 115 mm;
- height - 75 cm.
On the upper surface there are 2 large burners, therefore, on the stove you can cook a full dinner. In the lower compartment there is a place to store firewood, peat briquettes or kitchen utensils.
Advantages
- There is a shelf for firewood
- Compact dimensions and light weight
- Door with heat resistant glass
- Two cooking hobs
- High efficiency - 80%
disadvantages
- No continuous burning mode
- No clear glass system
Premium model - a powerful and functional stove with the ability to connect a water circuit
The heating and cooking stove from the Serbian manufacturer MBS is equipped with a burner, oven, drawer for ash and a spacious container for firewood or kitchen utensils. The unit's firebox is cast iron, the doors are equipped with German Schott Robax glass ceramics.
A feature of the Thermo Magnum plus model is the ability to connect to the water circuit of the heating system through a coil heat exchanger (19 l, power 12 kW). To connect to the chimney, there are two options - top or rear.
Technical information:
- location - wall;
- material - cast iron, steel;
- type - closed;
- volume of premises - 250 m3;
- hob - yes, 1 burner;
- power - 14 kW;
- chimney - yes, ⌀ 150 mm;
- height - 85 cm.
The weight of the stove is about 180 kg, so the floor must be strengthened before installation. The unit is installed on a steel sheet or on a podium with an area of 1 square. m
The model with a water circuit is well suited for heating a two-story house. Pipes are routed in rooms and connected to heating radiators. The temperature of the coolant shows the thermostat, which protects the fireplace stove from overheating.
Advantages
- Water connection
- Oven with thermometer
- Hob with hob
- There is a drawer for ash, a compartment for firewood and protective railing
- High heat output
disadvantages
- Heavy weight
- No clear glass system
- The difficulty of adjusting the intensity of combustion
What to consider when choosing a stove?
The characteristics indicated in the technical documentation will help determine the choice of a heating device. But a significant role is played by such a criterion as design. The stove is often installed in the living room or bedroom with a thoughtful interior, and the heater should not stand out against the general background in either style, size, or shape.
A few choices of wise choice:
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It would be a mistake to install a massive outdoor unit in the living room, where they gather on cold winter evenings for relaxation. Built-in fireplace stoves or retro-styled appliances on elegant curved legs are appropriate here.
In the kitchen, the design is secondary, although a beautiful heater can be an additional decoration of the interior. First of all, it is necessary to evaluate the functional side of the device: the presence of a large hob and oven, the required power
Basements, garages, workshops - premises for working purposes, in which the practicality and productivity of the furnace are the main ones. Investing a lot of money in a design device is not worth it; powerful, but inexpensive devices of a simple design are ideal
Even if the bedroom is large, a powerful heater should not be installed. A night's rest is considered more effective and useful if the room is cool. In addition, you can save on the purchase of low-power devices
Cast iron, as well as steel, designed "cast iron", look great on the background of stone cladding. Artificial or natural stone, ceramics, clinker also serve as a wonderful insulating material for wooden walls.
If the room in which you want to install a fireplace stove is too large in area, it is better to choose a device for installation in the center of the room. The heat from the stove will be distributed evenly throughout the space, moreover, it will not be "lost" among the interior items
In addition to the simple installation of the fireplace stove near the wall, the accent of the heating zone is often used by placing the device in a specially designed niche or lined corner. A peculiar portal gives the stove special significance or simply associates it with a fireplace
To ensure that furnaces harmoniously blend into the interior of modern rooms, manufacturers produce the same model in several versions. Modifications may vary by paint color, enamel or ceramic finish.
Fireplace stove for heating the living room
Powerful, practical kitchen equipment
Economy option for a garage or utility room
Compact heating device for a bedroom
Cast iron stove in a "natural" environment
Floor and ceiling models for large rooms
Decorative finishing of the case in the interior
But even the most beautiful and stylish stove will be useless if you do not correctly calculate the power and take into account the following, no less important criteria:
- location;
- volume of the room;
- burning time;
- case material;
- the presence of a hob, a long burning system, an integrated or connected water circuit.
Power is easiest to calculate using an online calculator. Many manufacturing companies provide this feature on official websites.
To do this, you will first need to find out the data regarding the installation conditions:
- area;
- ceiling height;
- number of external walls;
- degree of thermal insulation of walls;
- basement and attic heating;
- number, size and type of windows.
If the information is entered correctly, you can get the exact parameters of the required heat output.
In standard rooms of medium size, the oven is usually installed either against the wall or in the corner, so you should choose from wall or corner appliances. For the center of the hall is more suitable floor or hanging option.
To heat a room of 20 m² with two plastic windows and a ceiling of no higher than 2.7 m, a 3.1 kW stove is required. This is taking into account that the house is insulated, and the attic and basement are heated
An interesting solution is the built-in stoves, which are also called fireplace inserts. For their installation, it is necessary to build a fireplace with a chimney and provide maximum protection for walls, floors and other easily combustible surfaces
Burning time is important if the oven is used frequently or continuously. In a long-burning furnace, a special process occurs - the burning of pyrolysis gases, due to which the heat transfer of the device increases, and it is less necessary to throw firewood.
For summer cottages or houses for a weekend trip, you can buy an ordinary potbelly stove with a minimum of functions. The best options for wood stoves for summer residence we have reviewed here.
The best and more expensive material is cast iron. Furnaces from cast iron or even with individual elements from this material look more thorough.
Positive aspects of cast-iron furnaces: high heat transfer during the furnace and long inertial heat transfer, strength, durability. However, cast iron is much heavier than steel and requires careful handling - it can crack from impact
Devices made of structural steel “burn out” cheaper and faster, but budget stoves are usually installed in summer cottages, in garages and workshops.
If it is necessary to heat 1-2 adjacent rooms, it is better to purchase a powerful furnace with a water circuit. It requires a careful connection to the heating system, the nuances and norms are usually spelled out in the installation and operation instructions.
If the oven is necessary at the same time for cooking, suitable options with hobs or an oven. There are not so many models with an oven on the market, but there are enough appliances with 1-2 rings, there is plenty to choose from
In addition to the listed characteristics and design features, attention must be paid to the method of connecting the chimney. Here, the diameter of the outlet pipe, the thickness of its walls, and the location are usually upper, rear, or universal.
An example of using a wood stove in a country house:
Design features of cast iron products:
Comparative review of the Birch and Vesuvius furnaces:
Modern wood-burning stoves have excellent functionality and serve as an effective source of heat not only for cottages, but also for cottages.
However, for all their merits, one should not forget that wood is a renewable resource, and logging damages nature. In addition, wood heating has an efficiency of not more than 80% and quickly pollutes the chimney with soot and soot.
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