Find answers to common questions about our masonry heater kits.
A masonry heater kit is a set of high-precision pre-cut bricks and stone tiles, along with all necessary metal parts and supply materials, that can be assembled into a beautiful masonry heater for your home or sauna.
The decision is yours, but here is a comparison:
1. Efficiency: A masonry heater is generally more efficient than a metal stove. To keep your house warm for 12 hours, you need to burn just one load of logs (11-13 lbs.). Two loads (morning and evening) will keep it warm for 24 hours. A metal stove typically stays warm only while logs are actively burning.
2. Air Quality: Air quality inside your house is often better with a masonry heater. The surface temperature of a masonry heater usually does not rise above 170°F, which helps preserve humidity. In contrast, metal stoves can get much hotter, drying out the air and making it uncomfortable to breathe.
3. Environment: Due to higher efficiency, a masonry heater emits significantly fewer solid particles and carbon dioxide per unit of heat generated.
4. Aesthetics: In our modest opinion, our masonry heaters are absolutely gorgeous.
The assembly process typically takes one to three days, depending on the heater model. However, note that chimney connection/installation must be taken into account as well. This can be either a very straightforward process or a more complicated one, depending on whether you already have an existing chimney.
The short answer is yes. The assembly process is very straightforward thanks to the detailed installation manual and video provided. It can be completed by any adult.
However, if you would prefer to use the services of a certified heater mason in your province or state, please contact us, and we will refer you to a certified professional in your region. Please remember to comply with your local building code and fire safety regulations.
Chimney installation can also be a DIY project. If you decide to install the chimney yourself, you must invite a WETT-certified inspector (please see the link to WETT in the 'Our Trusted Partners' section on the HOME page) upon completion of your project.
An inspector will perform a survey of both your new masonry heater and chimney to confirm compliance with local building codes and fire regulations. This survey can be provided to your insurance company or local regulators.
Yes, we ship across all of North America (though we have not had many orders from Mexico yet). Please contact us for a shipment rate.
Every masonry heater assembled from our kits is typically insurable by your insurance company under the following conditions:
