Freestanding Wood Burning Stoves 

Save on fuel costs this year by investing in a wood burning stove. These compact and freestanding heating stoves are perfect for any living space and provide more than enough warmth for most scenarios. 

Not sure where to begin? Best Fire Hearth & Patio offers a wide selection of wood stoves at our Albany, New York, showroom for you to browse and learn about. With the information we provide about each of our products, you can feel at ease about making the best decision. We carry models with varying aesthetics and sizes from brands such as HearthStone, Quadra-Fire, Stúv, Harman, and more. 

A Classic Heating Option for Your Home 

Is there anything quite as quintessentially cozy as the crackle and smell of a wood burning fire? Wood stoves radiate heat, offering a classic experience with dynamic flames and optional blowers to help disperse the heat effectively.  

In addition to the classic appeal and fuel cost savings, wood burning stoves can be installed almost anywhere in your home. This versatility makes zone heating more possible than ever, helping to eliminate cold, drafty spots while saving money on energy bills.  

After all, there’s not much that’s worse than cold spots in your home and feeling like money has been tossed out the window trying to heat your home. 

Energy Efficient Stoves 

When you choose sustainably harvested wood, it’s a carbon neutral fuel source. Additionally, many wood stoves offer incredible heating efficiency. When you opt for a heating stove certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you will use approximately one-third less wood to create the same amount heat output and increase efficiency by as much as 50%. Additionally, these heating stoves produce less pollution, keeping the indoor and outdoor air safer and cleaner.  

The EPA considers wood stoves to be significantly more efficient than wood burning fireplaces. When you buy qualifying models, you can even get a tax credit of 30% or up to $2,000 of the purchase and installation costs. 

Choosing the Right Size and Capacity 

Buying wood stoves isn’t a one-size-fits all approach. The size and heating capacity of the wood burning stove you choose depends on the space you are heating and your unique needs. In general, if you are heating a space of 600 to 1,000 square feet, you can opt for a small stove. However, if you are heating spaces up to 2,000 square feet, you will need a medium stove. A large stove heats areas up to 3,000 square feet. 

Choosing the Best Wood for Your Stove 

Selecting an efficient stove based on the size of the area you’re heating isn’t the only important consideration. It’s also critical to choose the right wood, which has a significant impact on heating efficiency. Hardwoods provide higher heat output and a longer burn time. Additionally, hardwoods contain less sap and pitch than softwoods like fir or pine. Sap and pitch create a lot of smoke and combustion materials that clog the chimney. Some of the best options include: 

  • White oak 
  • Yellow birch 
  • Apple 
  • Maple 
  • Ironwood 
  • American beech 
  • Hickory 
  • Red oak 
  • White ash 

Certified Installation and Safety Considerations 

The hearth specialists at Best Fire all undergo stringent training to become certified by the National Fireplace Institute (NFI). Our team can handle everything from design to installation to repairs, keeping your best interests top of mind throughout every stage.  

These certified specialists have the knowledge and skill to keep the project running smoothly while giving you peace of mind each step of the way. We can ensure all safety precautions, including ensuring there is a minimum clearing area to prevent soot and sparks from posing a risk.  

Best Fire has more than 40 years of experience in the local hearth industry, and our services are second-to-none in terms of dependability. 

Heating Your Living Spaces Effectively 

When you choose a model that is sized appropriately for your space, you can enjoy efficient, effective heating. Additionally, these heating stoves don’t require electricity to operate, making them ideal for homes that lose power frequently. You and your loved ones can stay comfortable all winter long while enjoying energy savings and possible savings on fuel. Wood costs less than oil and gas and offers a more sustainable alternative.  

Visit the Best Fire Showroom Today  

At Best Fire, we always keep our customers’ needs as our primary focus. That’s why we offer multiple ways to explore wood burning stoves. Whether you’re browsing online or in-store, we’re ready to help any way we can.  

If you have questions, feel free to call us at 518-245-6639 for more information about a specific brand or model, or you can stop by our showroom in Albany, New York, to see our wood stoves in person. Our team will be here to help guide you throughout the process. 

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