Testing Our New Wood Stove

[@terrylewis_]

Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy the convenience of my homes heat, but from just using the fireplace & firepit outside, there is an obvious difference. There is definitely more comfort and coziness with wood-fire anything. :-) Plus, the crackling sound is peaceful.

[@amypatton6730]

The wall behind the stove is concerning. Be watchful of that. Love the stove. Put on a pot of beans when the paint is burnt off.

[@keithl6249]

Looks very nice. Sometimes by the comments people make, I wonder if I have watched the same video as the commenter. I'm guessing that they don't watch much of the video and just comment and leave or something. Anyway enough about that, I always enjoy seeing what you are up to, it is nice to have something positive to watch, a break from everything that is going on. Take care

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I think many times people don't really watch the video. They just make comments based on the title and thumbnail, or what they THINK I'm going to say! What really irritates me is when they ask a question that I had SPECIFICALLY answered in the video! I just want to ask, "Did you watch the video?! Go watch the video first!" But it happens all the time, and after 6 years as a creator, I've just learned to live with it and ignore it! And either just delete the comment (If its nasty), or respond kindly anyway.

[@beverlymichael5830]

I added one of those heat shields to my wall and I attached some 1 in blocks on the corners to bring the heat shield out away from the wall leaving air gap between wall and shield for extra protection to keep wall cool.

[@isette]

Very cosy and practical and Pop and Leo are smiling.

[@ctech24]

Got to love all the self appointed YT “experts” out there. Great stove! clearances so much less on modern stoves.

[@wideawake8190]

$300 a cord where I live in Canada. Amazingly I live in the middle of the forest. People ripping off people. I'm 74 and can't go out and saw down dead trees myself. BTW, go to a hardware store and buy a propane tank with a torch nozzle. Turn the knob, click the button and you have instant fire. No need for paper or kindling but a fire starter is necessary so that it burns long enough to catch the logs. I use the paper cup kind with the wax like you have. It only takes a second to light the fire starter with the blow torch and then all you have to do is turn the blow torch off, close the stove door and enjoy the fire. One hand held tank will last about 5 years. Maybe more because my house is wood only heat and we get upwards to 40 below so our stove runs 24 hours a day in our very long winters....about 8 months. You only have to replace the empty propane bottle. The nozzle is reusable. I would really hate a fire that I could not regulate. Because we sometimes have to run the wood stove on high heat, we have clearance of 18 inches all around.

[@Leroy100]

Is that $300 for a face cord?

[@kayleighm7856]

74 isn’t that old !Maybe you have some sons/grandsons that could come help you out? Take care

[@barnabyaprobert5159]

Do you have access to wooden pallets? It's not much work to take them apart and many are made of oak. About half the wood I burn is pallets and that really helps me streeeeeeetch out a cord of log wood.

[@kkkay7336]

@@barnabyaprobert5159 pallets easy to take apart? Not in my experiences..they are absolutely aggravation personified!! I'd sure hate to know I had to tear apart enough of them to fulfill half of my annual wood consuption!!

[@barnabyaprobert5159]

@@kkkay7336 I use a demolition bar (Home Depot about $30). It's about a yard long so you get plenty of leverage. And, since it's for firewood it doesn't matter if there are cracks or rough ends. I can take apart a standard pallet in about a minute. Remove nails from the boards (easy) and the rails (admittedly a bit more difficult). Then saw them into 2-3 stove length pieces out of each board and 3 pieces out of each "rail".

[@mariaw593]

We also have back up wood heat to our electric furnace that we use when it is cold enough to use the wood heat (we are in SC). So thankful to the Lord for it. Happy for you all that you got a wood heater. You will enjoy it. Nice to sit in front of it as it warms you and you watch the fire burning. Have a blessed day. Thank you for your videos.

[@jillachen7217]

Love your piano playing! I have the same heart for music, I'm assuming it is you or your wife, I saw a keyboard in the house, God is so good! Thanks for the wonderful video! Jill from Baudette Minnesota

[@coolstamper]

Most homes I’ve been in have had wood burning fireplaces. And YES, the heat from a wood fire is UNLIKE NO OTHER type of heat. I moved into my current home almost 20 years ago and I do not have a wood burning fireplace in this home, and BOY DO I MISS IT!!! ENJOY your new stove this winter...STAY COZY!!! ❤️🙂❤️

[@katherineb.3140]

Handsome stove you have! I hope y’all get many years of enjoyment out of it! Just in time for Fall/Winter 😀

[@NatureAndOther]

Yay, I was just thinking how it would be nice to see your wood stove . Thanks a lot for sharing.

[@pauljones914]

Great video, we have just moved to France from England and are going to get a wood stove for our farmhouse. We have never had a wood burner and are looking forward to sitting in front of one. Take care

[@roberthastings6270]

Looks Great. I agree, for peace of mind a wall shield behind the stove would be functional and look good as well. I heated my home of 2800 square. ft. with wood for years. Cold long winters here in northern Ontario, Canada and went through about 4 bush cords of seasoned wood per winter. The best tip, clean out the stove regularly and if your local Lowe's sells it, buy a couple boxes of Fatwood. 1 small piece will start a fire every time, much better than kindling, I always have 2 pieces about 3 inches in length in my pack when I go in the bush. Stay warm, stay safe. Thanks for the vids !!

[@philipbrazis8732]

We have a big fireburning stove in the basement, Phil, my husband, like to get a really hot fire going in the morning, he thinks it keeps from building up in stove and chimney

[@autiemuse]

Yep! We buy our fatwood at Lowe's when we don't have access to our own cut cypress or cedar wood! And yes, I carry some for all hiking/camping trips. Best tip of the week, right there, Robert Hastings!

[@thomaswhite1579]

When I put a heat shield behind my wood stove I used ceramic electric fence insulators to space the shield away from the wall [local farm store] and cement board painted with high temp. black paint has been installed for 10-15 years no problem... appreciate your video incites well done! Thanks!

[@ritasenergyherbs3650]

In the process - the ceramic electric fence insulators is a great idea.

[@ladydrone2345]

You've inspired me to install a wood stove!

[@autiemuse]

Bill and Elizabeth inspire many of us!

[@emilmills9553]

You really need a fireproof material behind the stove there've been so many fires from people not blocking heat from hitting the walls I follow used to keep here at 95 in the living room to get heat in the bedrooms I know what it's like

[@kjvonly2451]

Me too! I just bought mine today. Yay! God I’d good all the time! ❤️❤️❤️

[@JanColdwater]

I want one too! I have a fireplace but it is so inefficient. I have to buy a Texas fire frame to get the heat in the house. I never bought one but I rigged it up with a bbq grill grate and the iron grate in the fireplace. I haven’t burned in a long time and I am really missing my fires. I hope they enjoy many warm and cozy winters w/ their stove!

[@oneness3359]

Dave, You sound like a very sweet man.I can only imagine what kind of a father you are .Best Wishes to you and your FAMILY.

[@Marthacraftsandmore]

I agree it’s probably a good idea to have the extra protection, great video!

[@teresarodgers8233]

Leo has found his winter place. Putting a matching mat behind the stove will be aesthetically pleasing. Learned from this a double wall pipe is the way to go ; price aside.

[@jan6293]

Bill, so awesome! I can see Leo loves the stove already!💕🔥

[@j3ffro773]

I'd be lost without my wood stove. Not only for the amount of money it saves me on electric but I don't have to worry about the power going out. I'll always have heat and a way to cook .

[@terrydriggers5217]

Exactly, then stepping close to it and being able to warm up quickly!

[@msgwen2u]

That is such a cute little stove, cuddle time ! I love winter living in New Orleans the summers are so clammy and hot here, so I'm looking forward to cold weather come January.

[@lewishodge4935]

As a heat shield, I use a piece of 3'X5'X1/4" Hardibacker cement board, stood upwards, leaned sightly against the wall. It has 2 semicircular cutouts at the bottom (about half of a six inch circle), to let air rise behind the panel and a piece of wood that is 2" long by 3/4"X3/4", (glued on), behind the top, standing the top slightly off the wall, to allow air to convect from the bottom up through the top, flowing in back of the panel to cool it. The wall stays totally cool. If you need a shield, this is cheap, it works and it can be simply removed for the summer. You can even paint it the same color as your wall. It's nice to know the wall will stay cool while you're sleeping!

[@sylviapap3]

I trust that you know very well what you're doing. Thanks for the review. Love the look of that stove !!

[@patrickleprieur9794]

Grate,i think it's the burning of the wood , it makes a person feel relaxed ,looking at the fire flickering, the warmth we feel .thank you

[@deborahloyd8972]

You might want to put a hear resistant kettle filled with water on top of your stove. It will add a little bit of humidity to the otherwise drying heat.

[@scottcoleman7304]

great idea I never thought of that. I have a wood stove insert so basically a wood stove that sits inside an existing fireplace hole. so I dont have the option of putting water on top of the stove. any ideas for me to get some humidity in that heat?

[@NatureAndOther]

If you woukd lihe or need humidity, you can have water in an open recipient anywhere near tge fire....just be cafefull it's pritected from pets so they don't get hurt

[@theadster2702]

@@scottcoleman7304 You don't necessary need to use a kettle...if you don't have the height space.....maybe you could fit roasting pans????

[@scottcoleman7304]

@@theadster2702 no it's like completely sealed to the wall to make it look like a built in fireplace I guess. its for people who have existing fireplaces but dont have enough space outside of the fireplace for a legit free standing wood stove.

[@theadster2702]

@@scottcoleman7304 oh...darn!!!! they are nice when you can be able to put the kettle on top.

[@jackienjoevienneau4262]

We love the wood heat. Looks like Leo is in heat heaven 🤣 our CJ was furry like Leo and we had to put a stool in front for her and her short haired brother Tucker they would leave to eat and go to the litter 😂 it was so peaceful to watch. Thank you Bill for sharing the first fire with us, have a blessed day 🌈

[@allthatandabagofChips777]

For the record I retract my first comment...my apologies for commenting while watching the video and not waiting til the end of it.have a great day everyone!

[@jessannchittum9360]

Thinking of this for my mobile home. With the way this worlds going gotta take care of our own.

[@PricillaMac1]

hahaha Bill.. its so special when you add such regal music to little Leo :) that makes my night. ok now back to this wood stove.

[@BonnieLeah]

Bill, my husband and I have a wood burning stove. We had it professionally installed some years ago. Everything was done according to code. Even with everything done according to code, our wall still gets HOT. Almost too hot to touch. It’s not a large section of wall, but it is enough to worry me. We live in a 24 year old double wide and the wall that is behind the stove is sheetrock/ dry wall. So I took a piece of aluminum foil and used double sticky tape, and I taped that foil to the wall .. it may look tacky or hillbilly, but IT WORKS. lol It was cheap and it can be removed in the warm months and a new piece put back up when the stove is in use. We hardly ever get company (just my daughter and her little family every now and then) so it doesn’t matter if it looks tacky or not, and it serves its purpose. God loves you and your family. God bless you all.

[@craftlover9702]

I absolutely love wood stoves but unfortunately in my later years I have asthma so I no longer can have one. Enjoyed your video! I used to love simmering a pot of stew or pot roast on mine..

[@kayleighm7856]

I have asthma so do 2 of my children 🤔 we have had a Woodstove in the past and plan on installing one again soon are the asthma and wood stoves not compatible?

[@canderson7663]

I have severe asthma and grew up with a woodstove in our house. It rarely gave me any asthma problems,my parents kept the dust and ash cleaned up really well. I want to install a small wood stove in my house so bad! Not for constant use but for when the power goes out (a LOT in the cold weather) or for the times when it's bitter cold and we are having problems with our house heater keeping the house warm.

[@357bullfrog2]

Nothing feels better on a cold winter night than sitting with your shoes off propped up in from of a good wood fire. Listening to the radio and drinking coffee

[@sherrygreene6245]

Stove is darling! Your house is snug and so cute. Enjoy staying warm and toasty this winter. God bless you.

[@farmerbill5079]

The Aspen C3 is a great stove with the smart burn rate; it's so easy to use. The double wall pipe lasts way longer than a single wall.

[@eirinisyrrakou2803]

We are heating our house with a big woodstove (with an oven too) for the last 7 years. It is not easy to have a woodstove though : you need to bring wood in all the time, you need to watch for the fire, control it and not to mention ashes and cleaning them every other day. But its warmth cannot be compared to any other ! The smell of the first firing will go away pretty quickly. Don't you worry about it. You may have the same smell each winter when you first put it in use again. Enjoy the fireplace !

[@sj6728]

Sooooo cozy. Since I do not have a fire place I will truly enjoy yours. We do have a pellet stove and it feels so good to stand by it and warm up.

[@raggedyquilter1928]

The BEST part was Leo in front of the fire. How cute!

[@marieleopold1625]

Am HAPPY 4 you! You have made VERY wise decisions and I am SURE your lovely family assisted in the planning...especially dear Elizabeth. WHAT a pretty and perfect addition to your sweet home. At first, Leo was curious, surprised by it's heat and then soOOoo pleased by it's comfort. I truly enjoy watching the practical and well done little home improvements you do...WELL DONE Bill! Thank-you kindly 4 sharing your time/talents with us. Any negative comments come from a 'broken' world...we encounter them and we pray for them = our mission to Love! Health and God's continued abundant blessings upon you n' yours!

[@chefevilee9566]

You know what would look really good behind that stove? Some tiles that match Elizabeth’s Polish dinnerware that she loves so much!!!! Just saying!!!!

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

Oh wouldn't that be beautiful!

[@SH2006]

Good job, Bill, thanks for sharing !

[@louise7029]

I enjoyed your video very much & learned something new. You've introduced me (both of you) to new things, then I find myself trying it out. Looks like I'm going to inquire about that stove. My home is 800 s.f. & that is small but efficient. Always had a wood stove but the one we brought here is to much stove for this house. Thank you again. I really appreciate learning from you. Take care .

[@bessieoriotis5104]

You are getting prepared and trying to use safety measures in the house and I can't help feeling that you are right and that things are changing. We are getting older and less quick, I know because I have spent time in bed because of falling, but something is changing...

[@DeborahAnneWeber]

Lovely! And Leo approved.... thanks for the EPA info, too... It's like you are talking to us individually, btw...

[@sandral2178]

Your stove will be so warm and cozy this winter, and Leo is gonna LOVE it! I love the idea of putting something behind the stove, it will give you peace of mind for those cold winter months ahead!

[@patriciakoester1580]

Nice Fire 🔥!!! Very Cool Stove !! Patricia & (Daniel)

[@edwardcollins1596]

Fire starter tip. Five gallon bucket with lid. Fill bucket with sawdust add a few cups diesel fuel stir well. Scoop some on your wood and light.

[@beverlylevenhagen454]

I will admit I was concerned about how close the stove was to the wall but didn't say anything because you have way more knowledge in house renovation etc that I do. Lol But that being said it makes me happy that you are putting up something to protect the wall. 😊

[@752brickie]

That Aspen is a great little stove. I only ever sold and installed one of them but the girl absolutely loved it. Most of ours were to heat 1500-2000 sg feet. You have an amazing little stove there that will give you many years of worry free service. The stove will smell for a few hours but you will soon have the smell gone ! Make sure to use a stove top thermometer that way you know how the stove is operating and not producing creosote ! The one thing I always loved about the Vermont Casting units was the bi metallic damper.

[@karldunne5595]

Yeah...(I stay at a cabin)..it's great to stoke the fire around 6-8pm!!!!!!......then just go to sleep!!..☺️

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

Glad you shared the instruction of installation. Some people don't read them. New stoves are designed to be safer & clearance amounts are accurate.

[@jeanniealford4234]

My brother stacks his wood along the outside wall and cut a door open to the inside. Easy peasy: open door from the inside, get more wood, close door in your slippers!

[@leighgilllio3385]

I am very happy for you. I also have a small woodstove. I believe the secret to the charm of a woodstove is that the heat is very penetrating and there's the smell and the sound of the wood burning. It's wonderful. Be blessed my friends.

[@carpenterfamily6198]

Not watched a video in a while - Love the new intro.

[@bluestarhealingangels9162]

We had 2 wood stoves in our house at 1st it was fun but then it got to be too much work we were getting up in age we’re glad to leave it all behind & moved forward but enjoy it’s always is so pretty to watch

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Yes, it’s a lot of work. Since our house has heat, we can chose to use the wood stove or not. The main purpose is to have heat when the power goes out!

[@suiteypies]

We grew up in a home with a wood stove, my mom and dad always had one ( a much older model than what you have of course ) and they always had a shield behind to protect the walls, so when I seen that you hadn't installed one I must admit I was a bit concerned but I felt you knew what you were doing and read all the instructions etc...I'm happy to hear you will be installing one however, and yes it definitely gives an old worry wart like me piece of mind knowing you're taking extra precautions. When we built this house I wanted a wood fireplace but couldn't talk my husband into it, just the smell alone is worth it to me, but he didn't like the thought of bringing in bugs hiding in a woodpile. ( I've had a wood fireplace in a previous home and that was never an issue for me , I think he has a phobia about bugs? ) lol Anyway I love your wood stove and it looks like Leo does too! Nothing like a toasty fire on a cold winter's night I say.

[@amypatton6730]

Love your kitty enjoying all that warm cozy heat.

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Once used to wood heat, no other heat feels as warm. Thank you for sharing, this was educational to me. The cat sure will love you!

[@lilerb1313]

Just a helpful suggestion, cut up a bunch of kindling and get a blow torch to start the fire rather than spending money on "fire starters ".

[@lilerb1313]

@Rose just a cheaper way of starting a fire.. just a suggestion that works for me.

[@kmw4359]

@@lilerb1313 my dad lights fires that way, too.

[@okiemoto6114]

We have been heating with our wood stove for two years now and you are correct there is nothing like that heat. We keep a pot of water on top to replace the humidity in the air. Nice job!

[@jeanblythe1595]

And a cat warming by the hearth :-) It is Leo approved, so there you go!!! What a beautiful stove and a cozy fire. And a place to cook if the lights go out!

[@DabblelyDiddly]

Would love to see more videos on this stove and it burning. You guys are the only ones with one on youtube that I can find.

[@AppalachianLife]

I've heard it said, "a wood stove warms the soul".

[@TheLeehendrickson]

Where did you get that wood rack in the living room??? I LOVE IT!!!!

[@jamesshanks2614]

I've always started my fires by simply stacking up the wood in the firebox then spraying the wood with charcoal lighter ( comes in a 1 quart jug) then strike one match and fully close the door and away it goes. Simple, it works and you never need a second match. Enjoy the new wood stove.

[@woodspirit98]

Not supposed to use any propellant in woodstoves

[@djterry1218]

You sure have worked hard getting things the way you want them since you moved in that house. Good job. Now take a break!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Ha. I wish! There are more projects planned. 😊

[@nenamart5272]

I did not comment on your first video of installing the stove, but on this video I have just got to say something. You did a great job both in the work and also the video. As for the people that are giving you bad comments, well I believe they are jealous of you or stupid. Nevertheless, they are childish and just ignor them. At this day and age of our human history we still have slot of people that lack the maturity to be a human being. How sad that is true. Thanks for your videos and all your work. I am saving these videos to show my son in law. He had been talking about a wood burning stove. And you so happen to cross my path. Thanks again and God bless your.

[@Nerd3927]

Radiant heat from a coal or woodstove heats the house and furniture keeping the warmth steady. Hot Air will fluctuate in temperature much more. The invention of the thermostat is man's biggest mistake. Much better to have a steady BTU output then switching the heat on and off all the time.

[@CH-uf3jp]

Hi dear Elizabeth & Bill, what a great addition to your lovely home. Now y'all enjoy for many winters to come. 😁 🏠👵X

[@allthatandabagofChips777]

To be safe you might add a heat /fire board behind your stove on the wall.just a suggestion☺

[@nessieb8422]

I agree👍

[@grtdeal]

he already addressed that in the video. Did you not watch????

[@allthatandabagofChips777]

Yes my apologies I put the ccart before the horse, as I was watching the video I commented ...whoops I retract my first comment. Thanks

[@nessieb8422]

Oops sorry, me too!

[@Skunknuts007]

I can’t wait , I’ve watched both of your videos on your now 2 year old wood stove we are converting our 2 and 3/4 garage to our new gaming / bedroom and we are going to use a wood stove for heat and I learned a lot from your videos . Can’t wait . Thank you .

[@jamiejizzle9819]

I've left u guys for quite some time. Tea with Jesus by Tiny House Preppers is awesome! I remember 2 other stoves that were so cute, but not very efficient I suppose...I'd love to live FREE like you guys! I'm stuck in an institution for people with brain injuries from car accidents...its either here, or homeless, so God does take care of ALL my NEEDZ! I do have a nice apartment, my dogs, and FREE bills & food! I'm extremely grateful for it, but it gets REALLY REALLY sucky when a person's individual rights get sheetstomped daily!!! To have just a simple lil life outside of here would be a dream come true, and an answered prayer. I suppose God puts us where He needs us to be....there are so many here that NEVER have even a chance at FREEDOM and peace away from institutional living...its NOT nice! There's very warped, ungodly employees around here that love to go outta their way to create controversy when it's NOT warranted! They restrict us from the "public", even make fun of us unlucky folks, and punish us like children for ridiculous things. Thanx for keepin my dreams alive!!! I live FREE monetarily, but NOT FREE to just be me and simply live...I have FAITH God will get me outta here to a simple, FREE life, full of love, and simplicity one day....God bless you all!

[@donnadiesburg1869]

I feel for you Jamie. I've felt it recuperating from a knee replacement. I'm going to pray for your healing. Jesus can! When I saw staff treat people badly it made me sick and very very sad. There's hope in this life, with Jesus. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Say psalm 91 daily. And last of all eat something good for you daily. It works.

[@donnadiesburg1869]

It's difficult to witness in the midst of your situation i know. Try. I can only try. Where are you from? I was just at a Bible study last night where they almost glamorized poverty. I think it's prideful of them to say how much money they gave away and they still live comfortably.

[@kayleighm7856]

Thinking of you! Your not alone , I hope you find happiness. I bet your dogs are sweet company, I was surprised to hear they were allowed! 😊 Take care

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

I will be thinking of and praying for you that you can find happiness in your situation Jesus loves us and I take great comfort from that during my my troubles in life. I am so grateful I am a Christian and have his love. I pray He turns those employees you were mentioning to have a change of heart TODAY! May God bless you Jamie.

[@elizabethmacdonald4605]

Prayers for you Jamie. Stay strong. God bless!

[@brianb713]

Love watching you guys! Thanks for the update, I too just installed our wood burner, almost the same size, and can't wait to fire it up!!! Glad everything worked out on the installation! Stay blessed!!!

[@georgetemartins3574]

Hi, thanks for your interesting videos love watching you guys, I wish Elizabeth would do more sewing videos. 😊

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

She has been visiting her sister in Maine, and has a sewing video with her sister coming soon. The truth is, she doesn't have as much time to sew as she would like.

[@judyhosey4060]

We had a Two story ten room home in Upstate N.Y. - We also had wood stove like that in one of our familt rooms.- loved it - We Also had a Wood/ Kerosene Furnace down cellar. Nothing more warming than wood heat.. Never used the Kerosene with the furnace other than to start the wood at the beginning of the heating season. Or to keep it tested throughout the season.. Living in Oklahoma now, and really miss the little wood stove, thinking about getting another one here ! Happy Heating !

[@lahusa6866]

Leeeoooo. Haven’t seen your Royal Highness is quite a while. ❤️

[@jeromesmith1662]

Bill it is a more steady heat...you don't have to wait for that chill in the house for a thermostat to turn on the heat. It's constant.....you have a fire burning....youve got heat!! Yes sir I agree. Take care GOD bless! ❤

[@erwinbrubacker7488]

We get more refined, in our older age, don't we ? Carry the wood !

[@deborahelliott3826]

Im going to have a door to the outside from my bedroom (french) in the event of a fire in the wrong place.

[@dnldnil2257]

I agree, their is just something better about heat from a wood fire rather then from a furnace. I can't explain it either, but from another who owns a wood stove I understand completely.

[@judithgash5184]

Bill just delete all the know it all people, you always do a great job.

[@sharonsmith2480]

Loved Elizabeth’s piano playing as you put the wood in the stove. Seeing Leo enjoy the warmth was a treat. I love cats.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Sorry, that wasn’t Elizabeth on the piano. She’s been visiting her sister in Maine for the past week

[@BassByRon]

Bill. You are too kind a soul to deserve any mean comments. I’m on your side! 😊

[@JanesDough855]

You make a lot of sense. Putting up a shield behind the stove is a good idea. Better to be safe than sorry. Too bad that people have to call you names. You certainly don't deserve that. Enjoy your stove and its comfort/warmth!

[@sylvialearningtoheal3273]

Trees collect photosynthesis from the sun that releases when you burn it, is why Wood fires warm you better and feel much better than conventional heat. It is healthier too! Thank you for sharing

[@bellarosesmama2597]

We have had wood heat in the past when we lived in the country and were raising iur boys. There is nothing like wood heat in my opinion for warmth. and comfort! I am sure like Leo Pops will enjoy the nice warm heat. The instillation looks nice and another job behind you. Always so much to do at this time of year! It looks like you will be in good shape for the winter season. My best to you and yours. Have a blessed day and winter in your new home! 🐺🐺🐺🐺🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊🕊🕊🕊👍👍👍👍

[@bali2880]

Hi I don't know how I came across this video but it was very helpful To all the negative people out there you should not give them the time of day Take care 🙏

[@hondaatver]

Nice looking stove you have there. I especially like that door. Stay cozy.

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

I agree that woodheat is the best. And I like the way you can see through the glass in the door and watch the flames. You did a great job on the installation. Thank you for the great video.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Glass in the door was one of Elizabeth’s requirements when we bought the stove. 😁

[@lisagialucci2296]

Leo will enjoy this a long while 💚

[@angb7389]

Looks great and I’m sure it will really put out some wonderful heat this winter . Leo sure seemed to enjoy it ! Lol . Thanks so much for sharing and for all of the really enjoyable videos you and Elizabeth take the time to make for us ! God bless and have a wonderful day !

[@dellagilchrist7647]

I enjoy your channel; you are quite knowledgeable and also have a spirit that is willing to learn how to do things on your own. You don't need to defend your actions; you're a good teacher.

[@connienelson3162]

When the nights cool in the fall I start craving to start the wood stove. I have used wood heat for 50 of my 72 years so it is second nature I guess. Love my wood heat.

[@johnheitz4427]

I put my wood stove in over 30 years ago and yes only 3 inches from the wall/curtains. No worries for over 30 years, wall stays cold as well as the curtains. Heat seems to go up and out but not backwards.

[@bernieosully3192]

Good job , I have one just put in, use it in stead of gas, I am in uk gas over here £1,000 to heat house I only got a one bed house. Bigger house in uk £2000 to £3000 a yr for gas, nice to see how it’s done.

[@HaroldMalaby]

Save dryer lint and distribute in paper egg cartons then drip wax over lint. When dry remove from egg cartons and store in container. I use one or two to start my wood stove at the cabin.

[@fluoridefree]

Thanks for posting, great stove install. We all need to get off grid as much as possible. BTW Con\/id was brought in for the \/s, not the other way round.

[@Michael-xz1nk]

If you keep the door open for 4-5 minutes, the fire will get a lot more air and start much faster, for what its worth. Happy stoving!

[@trevorfillmore698]

Great video we have always had wood heat in our old house we a wood furnace and a wood cook stove loved my wood cook stove then we built a new home last fall and we had to have some type of wood heat and we went with a ducked fireplace and love it like you our main source of heat is a heat pump.

[@MrBeav1018]

Bill you know what your doing with the wood stove the new technology is something everyone who has a wood stove will have to get use to. Enjoy it with Elizabeth and pop . Take care my friend. The wood stove heat is natural and comfortable.

[@herbbayer9099]

Thank you friend!

[@karenminckler4198]

My husband put strips of wood on the wall and then put tin on the wall and on the floor. People told us the code enforcer never passed it the first time. But, he did and he loved what he did.

[@frankmills5284]

I did the same thing but I used galvanized metal. It reflected the heat into the room really well.

[@johnwashingtoncountyor4954]

Good idea to have the first burn on a new and/or freshly polished woodstove when it's mild enough to open doors/windows if needed. $75 for a bed load of seasoned/split wood, typically 16 in. length, may equal a face cord (4ft tall, 16 in wide, 8ft long). Full cord (4ft x 4ft x 8ft) at/about 3 loads would be $225 a cord. We heated our home with a woodstove for 30 years when living in northern NH. We were lucky to have our own wood lot, get permits for designated cutting in the local national forest, and clean up properties after storms. Although somewhat labor intensive/time consuming, heating with wood is fantastic. We also cooked on ours and hung clothing on racks nearby to dry them.