Hi all,
New member first post. I have always wanted a wood stove to supplement my heat bill, and finally scored ( or not ) a Sears Franklin model #143-433 for free. After researching this site, it seems they are not the best units for heating. My house is very small, 900 sq. ft, 1 story. The stove came with 8" single wall piping, but no chimney.
My question is, should i spend the money for the proper piping and chimney? I understand it eats wood, with very little heat, but wood is plentiful where im at.
I see that most newer units are 6" pipe- What issues will i have if i use this for 2 yrs, then by a newer stove . 8" vs. 6" Thanks for any help in advance, as i'm eager to learn about this. Look forward to talking with ya's
Brokenrod
New member first post. I have always wanted a wood stove to supplement my heat bill, and finally scored ( or not ) a Sears Franklin model #143-433 for free. After researching this site, it seems they are not the best units for heating. My house is very small, 900 sq. ft, 1 story. The stove came with 8" single wall piping, but no chimney.
My question is, should i spend the money for the proper piping and chimney? I understand it eats wood, with very little heat, but wood is plentiful where im at.
I see that most newer units are 6" pipe- What issues will i have if i use this for 2 yrs, then by a newer stove . 8" vs. 6" Thanks for any help in advance, as i'm eager to learn about this. Look forward to talking with ya's
Brokenrod