Greetings from the Shenandoah Valley! I live in a circa 1920 house, two storis, with replacement windows and decent attic insulation. We've got about 1600 sq. ft currently and use a 1980's (I guess) Sierra stove to heat the house in addition to the gas furnace. We're looking to add to the house, a living room, bathroom, pantry downstairs and a bedroom with bath and walk in closet upstairs. We're looking at 450 feet per floor. I've talked to the contractor about cutting some vents in the ceiling to allow the heat to rise upstairs. I've been doing some research and the stove that I like the most is the Dutchwest 2477 non-catalytic. I like the sideloading feature and the optional fan. In looking around this site I've seen some cautions regarding similar stoves. I don't think I'm going to have to burn this stove constantly, mostly during colder/windy days and nights. My wife's opinion (looks) is also a consideration here. Any guidance would be appreciated.