Small Wood Stoves Buyer's Guide

Since the 16th century, people have been using wood burning stoves to warm their homes. They are classic appliances that last a long, long time. Today, as the population rises and space decreases, so have the size of wood stoves.

Small wood stoves are gaining popularity as people look for tiny homes or move to living life in an RV. Even if it's an apartment or a mobile home, there's a small wood burning stove to fit that lifestyle. In this article, we will go over the benefits of owning a tiny stove and some installation tips, and we'll even teach you terminology that helps when shopping for any heating appliance.

What is a Small Wood Stove?

A small wood stove is a heating appliance that uses wood, electricity, or gas to warm your home. Yes, we know it says "wood" in the name, but in the case of small stoves, "wood stove" denotes style. Most electric and gas small stoves are essentially considered a mini wood stove, a smaller version of the traditional wood stoves.

To create as little confusion as possible, let's call these heaters "small stoves". When it's time to get specific we will refer to the stove as either electric, wood, or gas.

Search for a small wood stove when a traditional heating appliance is too large for your space. Small wood burning stoves are excellent for mobile homes, apartments, or a single drafty room. They are efficient, easy to care for, and cost less to run than many other heaters. Small stoves are also excellent for "off-the-grid" heating for those who prefer to live in remote areas.