Fireplace Inserts

[warpdriv]

Hi Everyone,

I'm looking to get a fireplace insert to heat my house. I plan on using wood (no pellets) and it has to have a fan.

What are somethings to look out for?

Thank you.

 

[monniepoo]

Maybe this will help...
http://www.csia.org/HomeownerResources/ChimneySafetyInfo/InstallingWoodstoves/tabid/131/Default.aspx

 

[Haggis]

I built in a model by Lennox that has a fan and works quite well. Paid $1,200 for it. I burn wood but have gas as an option and backup.

 

[Michael Hanson]

Energy King. Bigger glass doors for better view. MIke

 

[warpdriv]

I built in a model by Lennox that has a fan and works quite well. Paid $1,200 for it. I burn wood but have gas as an option and backup.

So you installed it in an existing fireplace? If so, did you take out the dampener?

 

[Haggis]

No, it was not in an existing fireplace, I added this unit to a room in need of a fireplace. I framed, boxed, and plastered just like it was original. The unit came with all the parts needed including the plume.

 

[Hillbilly LX]

I have a Buck model 91 catalyst fireplace insert. It puts out lots of heat and does not seem to burn too much wood.

 

[D'Animal]

We have an Alpine insert. The damper is still in the chimey and this acutally sits inside the fire place. Once a year I slide it out and clean everything real good befroe we start burning.

Alpine Fireplace Design - wood inserts in Colorado Springs


This shows a little better on how the insert just sits there.
http://www.morsona.com/index.php/inserts.html

 

[Aureliconstruction]

I have one of these. This is a newer model, and it is great.
U S Stove Pedestal Wood Stove

 

[SunTzuMD]

Planning to put this one in our basement.

EPA certified Solution 2.3-I wood insert 75000 BTU by Enerzone

Have a Hearthstone wood stove in our giant (3' x 4') fire place opening upstairs. It rocks.

 

[Toyo FJ40]

I have an Osburn insert. Had to pull the damper and run a flex stainless pipe out to a chimney cap.
Works great
Osburn 2000 insert

 

[Walton]

I love my Lopi.

 

[Enigma]

I had a Regency put in a couple years ago in an existing open fireplace, works great.

I1200 Wood Insert - Wood Fireplace Inserts - Regency Fireplace Products

Althought last night the kids got to practice their fire drills, as I had not lit a fire in awhile, and didn't get a draft going before lighting, and smoked up the house.

 

[D'Animal]

Althought last night the kids got to practice their fire drills, as I had not lit a fire in awhile, and didn't get a draft going before lighting, and smoked up the house.

At least you opened the damper. LOL