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    Just starting out

    Hello all, This is my first time posting and new to hearth.com. I live in a town home that is 3 levels and about 2000-2200 sq ft. I live in Pa where the winters can get pretty cold and I’m looking for a wood stove insert for my fireplace. Currently have hvac but I would like a wood stove...
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    Restoration chances on a 1826 home with a ‘three sided fireplace’?

    Sorry, it’s my first post so I’m not totally sure everything you’ll need to know and what’s not necessary, so info overload incoming! I own an 1826 home in Midcoast Maine as of just under 2 weeks ago (yay!) that heats on oil (way less yay given prices). Here’s the real issue: There’s a chimney...
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    Stove for a new construction cabin - advice please?

    Hi, I am building a new construction modern/rustic cabin in Rappahannock County, Virginia. My wife and I have been around and around on wood stoves -- I have been in these forums more than is healthy. We are struggling to find a stove that meets all of our requirements and interests ... I would...