Our Dwarf stoves are designed specifically for small recreational or temporary spaces less than 500 square feet like tents, RVs, boats, and tiny homes on wheels. The Dwarf stove is not certified (UL/CSA) or approved (EPA) for residential heating and is offered for recreational, portable, or temporary use only. In some cases, local codes may …
It is definitely not cheap to install a wood stove properly! The parts required for a safe and proper installation are a big investment. Here’s why we think investing the money in the right wood stove and flue parts is so worth it. Freedom and Resilience of Wood Heat There’s a reason people feel an …
The Dwarf 3kW Standard and Dwarf 3kW LITE are the two smaller stoves we offer in the Dwarf line. Both offer the same dimensions but have a few key differences. Bottom line, the LITE is a great option for small spaces where 20 pounds of weight savings is a big deal and you’re planning on …
There’s actually a physical, scientific reason why few people rave about their furnaces the way people fall in love with their wood stoves. Radiant or Convection Heating The difference in the “feel” of a heat source comes down to the way it distributes heat into the room. Convection heaters are designed to heat air that …
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Efficiency in a wood stove is important because it allows you to conserve fuel while getting the most heat into your space and producing the least amount of smoke and creosote. Installing the most efficient wood stove for your space can give you many years of clean-burning, trouble-free warmth. Download our Free Wood Stove Efficiency …
Comparing wood and propane heat for small spaces The ideal heat source comes down to long-term cost and how involved you want to be in the process of heating your home. Do you want to be independent of fossil fuels and don’t mind some extra chores? Then a wood stove is right for you! Or …
Pros Ambiance – need we say more? Intense dry heat Not reliant on the grid (electricity, propane, natural gas) Inexpensive or free fuel Cons Fires require tending, sometimes during the night The smell of wood fires can bother some Bringing in wood and taking out ashes can be messy Regulations Why choose wood heat? Ambiance …
Building a Hearth or Stand for a Wood Stove A good hearth or stand will protect your floor from falling embers and safely reduce heat transfer from your wood stove to your floor. It can also offer space to store wood, organize your fire tools, and can highlight the wood stove as the centerpiece of …
How to Calculate Clearances with a Heat Shield Clearances are calculated from the heat source to the combustible surface. So, 18″ clearance reduced to 6″ with a shield that stands 1″ away from the wall would need at least 5″ from the shield to the heat source. How Big Should Heat Shields Be? Clearances are …
Adequate clearances are one of the two most important safety features of any wood stove installation. (The other is proper materials.) A properly installed and maintained wood stove can be one of the safest appliances in your home. But cheating on clearances can create a very dangerous situation. Clearance Requirements Without Shielding 18” from back …
The best location for the stove is as centrally located in the space as possible. Wood stoves heat with radiant heat so the further away from the stove you are, the cooler the temperature will be. Having the stove centrally located will offer the highest potential for even heating throughout the space. Fans can help …
You’ve come to the right place for tech specs, manuals, and downloads. Dwarf Wood Stove Manual Dwarf Wood Stove Manual (a print version will come with your wood stove) Dwarf Wood Stove Dimensions Drawings Dwarf 3kw Wood Stove (LITE and Standard) Dwarf 4kw Wood Stove Dwarf 5kw Wood Stove Installation Guides Tiny House Roof Exit …
Dwarf Wood Stove This diagram and descriptions of the function of each Dwarf Wood Stove component should help you more fully understand the function and assembly of your stove. Many of these components contribute directly to the performance and heating efficiency of the Dwarf wood stoves. Read more about the keys to wood stove efficiency …
