Share:

There is no doubt that a wood burning stove and fireplace both offer amazing benefits to homeowners. Their main goal is to keep rooms warm and cozy, but there are several differences that will inform your preference. The guide below compares several features of each to help you make the best choice for your home.

Aesthetics

While a fireplace is often the centerpiece of a room, complete with a mantle and attractive tiling, a wood burning stove is a free standing metal unit often positioned in a corner out of the way. You can certainly add design elements to your space to enhance a wood stove. Otherwise, it may look a little bare in comparison to a fireplace built to fit into your home. When it comes down to it, both add ambiance to a room and deliver an enticing sound of crackling wood.

Efficiency

A wood burning stove uses wood or pellets for fuel. A fireplace has several options, but its most popular sources of fuel are wood, oil, or gas. While natural gas is considered a cleaner fuel and is highly efficient, you must have a gas line connected to your home to utilize it. For wood fuel, a fireplace must take in outside air during combustion which can bring drafts into your home, making the heating source less efficient. A wood burning stove is 50% more efficient, according to the EPA, and can save money.

Safety

Wood burning stoves and fireplaces can have safety challenges when not properly maintained. A freestanding wood stove offers lower pollution levels and can burn away more combustion byproducts than a fireplace. Additionally, without the use of a screen, sparks can fly out of a fireplace and cause damage if it’s not monitored closely. In contrast, stoves are crafted with a glass door which prevents sparks from escaping and provides better safety features to protect children and pets.

 

If you’re looking for the perfect wood burning stove, contact the professional staff at Fackler Kubota Tractor in Granville, OH. They carry a wide selection of stoves, generators and outdoor power equipment for commercial and residential projects. To learn more about their products, rental equipment, and repair services, call (740) 522-3128, or visit them online.

tracking