Hey Everyone,
I'm new to this site and I am amazed by the amount of information here. I'm looking for some advice on installing a woodstove or insert into an existing masonry fireplace. The fireplace dimensions are 31" height, 22" depth, 23" wide in the rear and 32" wide in the front. There is also wood paneling surrounding the fireplace that is 7" from the opening. There is brick between the fireplace opening and the paneling. There is no raised hearth, the fireplace is flush with the ground and there is carpet about 12" from the fireplace. As you can see clearances will be a major problem here. I was wondering if there is any woodstove or insert that can be used with this setup. Also, what can I put over the carpet that I can set a woodstove on. I know ideally that I should rip out the carpet but we are renting so I"m trying to avoid any major remodeling. So what options do I have? Thanks a lot.
I'm new to this site and I am amazed by the amount of information here. I'm looking for some advice on installing a woodstove or insert into an existing masonry fireplace. The fireplace dimensions are 31" height, 22" depth, 23" wide in the rear and 32" wide in the front. There is also wood paneling surrounding the fireplace that is 7" from the opening. There is brick between the fireplace opening and the paneling. There is no raised hearth, the fireplace is flush with the ground and there is carpet about 12" from the fireplace. As you can see clearances will be a major problem here. I was wondering if there is any woodstove or insert that can be used with this setup. Also, what can I put over the carpet that I can set a woodstove on. I know ideally that I should rip out the carpet but we are renting so I"m trying to avoid any major remodeling. So what options do I have? Thanks a lot.