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Traditional Masonry Heaters feature a larger firebox than the batch loaded rocket stoves. These systems are designed to be loaded once for a firing and can hold as much as 60 lbs of firewood/fuel for a single burn. Each lb of firewood contains about 7,000 BTUs so larger firebox systems can easily rival conventional furnaces in energy output when well designed and placed for maximum heat output. Many different styles of fireboxes exist, but most are capable of meeting current EPA guidelines for clean air laws although Masonry Heaters are currently exempt on the basis of their custom nature and difficult to lab-test variances. Tallgrass does have the tools necessary to measure emissions should you be interested to test your heater or need to convince your local planning department of their efficiency ratings. |
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Today in the North American market, there are two lineages of Masonry Heaters that are commonly built, those of a Scandinavian influenced Contraflow Design, and those influenced by the Russian principles of Free Gas Movement and Bell Design. Although both of these styles of stoves reach similar end results, their internal compositions can vary quite distinctly from one another. ~ Conventional Masonry Heaters often integrate warm heated benches and bake ovens into their composition, serving as multi-faceted appliances. They are commonly finished with brick, stone, tile or plaster. Tallgrass offers a full range of options to provide you with personalized options to make your heater your own. We specialize in plaster and earthen sculptural finishes. (check out rocket stoves) |
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Greenhouse Heaters
Extend your growing season by coupling masonry, wood-fired heat with smart design and placement. Fire them once or twice every 24 hours during the cold season to keep a warm, consistent radiant heat. 
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Bake ovens...
are a sensical addition to your heater. They can be added as direct fire features, allowing the user to bypass the mass of the stove for off-grid, summer time woodfired baking without heating the home. |