Hot Box ® Stoves Technical Guide
Charnwood Stove Dimensions
Compare Charnwood stove sizes, outputs, flue outlets, log lengths, weights and clearance requirements before ordering.
Charnwood stove dimensions matter before you buy online or book an installation. This technical guide brings together useful model data for popular Charnwood Aire, Arc, Bay, Bembridge and C-Series appliances so you can measure your fireplace, check flue size, compare output and understand clearance requirements.
Measure Before Ordering
Check appliance height, width, depth, flue outlet, log length and clearance requirements before buying a Charnwood stove online.
Installation-Led Advice
Dimensions alone are not enough. Hot Box can advise on fireplace openings, hearths, flue liners, twin wall flue and ventilation.
Range Comparison
Compare Aire, Arc, Bay, Bembridge and C-Series technical data, then link through to the main Charnwood buying pages.
Technical Buying Guide
Will a Charnwood stove fit your fireplace?
Before ordering a Charnwood stove, it is worth checking more than the headline heat output. The appliance must fit the fireplace or hearth, connect safely to the flue, maintain the required distance from combustible materials and provide enough heat for the room without being oversized.
This guide is designed to support customers comparing Charnwood stoves, especially where online ordering, supply-only delivery or installation planning is required.
Use this page to check:
- Rated output and heat range
- Net efficiency
- Flue outlet diameter and position
- Maximum log length
- Appliance weight
- Low stand, store stand and leg options
- Minimum distance to combustible materials
- Whether a heat shield or insulated flue may reduce clearances
Important: this page is a practical guide only. Always confirm the latest Charnwood technical documents and site conditions before ordering or installing any appliance.
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Technical Comparison
Charnwood stove dimensions and specification table
The table below compares useful technical information for selected Charnwood models. It is designed to help you shortlist appliances before checking the full model page, current price and installation requirements.
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| Model | Rated output | Net efficiency | Flue outlet | Max log length | Weight | Minimum distance to combustibles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aire 3 | 3.7kW to room Range 1.5–5kW |
86% | Top or rear 125mm / 5″ |
250mm / 10″ | 62kg low 71kg store stand |
Side 310mm Rear 250mm With insulated flue and heat shield: side 310mm, rear 100mm |
| Aire 5 | 5kW to room Range 2–7kW |
84% | Top or rear 150mm / 6″ |
300mm / 12″ | 109kg low 123kg store stand |
Side 350mm Rear 350mm With insulated flue and heat shield: side 350mm, rear 100mm |
| Aire 7 | 7kW to room Range 5–11kW |
82% | Top or rear 150mm / 6″ |
390mm / 15″ | 117kg low 135kg store stand |
Side 420mm Rear 360mm With heat shield and insulated flue: side 390mm, rear 110mm |
| Aire 300 | 3.6kW to room | Refer to current data | 125mm / 5″ | 244mm | 69kg low 77kg store stand |
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| Aire 500 | 5kW to room | 87% | 150mm / 6″ | 340mm | 102kg low 115kg store stand |
With insulated flue: side 350mm, rear 150mm |
| Aire 700 | 6.6kW to room | 88% | 150mm / 6″ | 400mm | 107kg low 120kg store stand |
With insulated flue: side 350mm, rear 150mm |
| Arc 5 | 5kW to room Range 2–7kW |
81% wood 82% solid fuel |
Top or rear 125mm / 5″ |
290mm / 11.5″ | 130kg low 150kg store stand |
Side 300mm Rear 200mm With insulated flue: side 270mm, rear 80mm |
| Arc 7 | 7kW to room Range 5–11kW |
81% wood 79% solid fuel |
Top or rear 150mm / 6″ |
325mm / 12.5″ | 150kg low 170kg store stand |
Side 270mm Rear 150mm |
| Bay BX | 5kW to room Range 2–7kW |
81% | Top 150mm / 6″ |
463mm / 18″ | 103kg freestanding 126kg store stand 136kg centre stand 139kg bench stand |
Side 150mm Rear 270mm With insulated flue: side 100mm, rear 130mm |
| Bay VL | 5kW to room Range 2–7kW |
81% | Top 150mm / 6″ |
463mm / 18″ | 94.3kg | Side 190mm Top 350mm |
| Bembridge | 5kW to room Range 2–5.5kW |
82% | Top or rear 125mm / 5″ |
300mm / 12″ | 80kg low legs 89kg store stand 83.5kg high legs |
Side 500mm Rear 400mm |
| C-Eight Blu | 8kW to room Range 7–9kW |
81% | Top or rear 150mm / 6″ |
366mm / 14″ | 119kg low legs 127kg store stand 122.5kg high legs |
Side 600mm Rear 650mm With heat shield: rear 250mm |
Charnwood Aire Dimensions
Charnwood Aire stove dimensions
The Aire range is one of the most popular Charnwood families and includes compact, 5kW-class and larger room models. It is a strong choice for customers wanting a clean-lined wood burning stove with a large view of the fire.
Aire 3, Aire 5 and Aire 7
The Aire 3 is suited to smaller rooms, snugs and cottages. The Aire 5 is the popular middle option for many UK living rooms, while the Aire 7 suits larger spaces and open-plan areas.
- Aire 3: 3.7kW, 125mm flue, 250mm max log length
- Aire 5: 5kW, 150mm flue, 300mm max log length
- Aire 7: 7kW, 150mm flue, 390mm max log length
Aire 300, Aire 500 and Aire 700
The wider-format Aire models provide a broader flame picture and can suit contemporary interiors where the appliance is intended to sit as a feature stove.
- Aire 300: 3.6kW, 125mm flue, 244mm max log length
- Aire 500: 5kW, 150mm flue, 340mm max log length
- Aire 700: 6.6kW, 150mm flue, 400mm max log length
Charnwood Arc Dimensions
Arc 5 and Arc 7 technical guide
The Charnwood Arc range is a contemporary curved stove family, often chosen for modern living spaces where the appliance needs to work as a visual centrepiece as well as a heat source.
The Arc 5 uses a 125mm flue outlet and provides a 5kW rated output, while the Arc 7 uses a 150mm flue outlet and is suited to larger rooms and open-plan areas.
Arc quick comparison
| Model | Output | Flue | Max log | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arc 5 | 5kW | 125mm | 290mm | 130kg low / 150kg store stand |
| Arc 7 | 7kW | 150mm | 325mm | 150kg low / 170kg store stand |
Charnwood Bay Dimensions
Bay VL and Bay BX measuring guide
The Charnwood Bay range is ideal for customers looking for a wide landscape flame picture. Bay VL is an inset-style appliance with a clean-lined surround, while Bay BX uses the same firebox concept with an outer casing to create a freestanding stove.
Both Bay VL and Bay BX provide a 5kW rated output, 81% efficiency, a top 150mm flue outlet and a generous 463mm maximum log length.
Bay quick comparison
| Model | Format | Output | Flue | Max log |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay VL | Inset / insert style | 5kW | Top 150mm | 463mm |
| Bay BX | Freestanding / stand options | 5kW | Top 150mm | 463mm |
Bembridge Dimensions
Charnwood Bembridge technical guide
The Charnwood Bembridge is a 5kW-class stove with a 125mm flue outlet, 300mm maximum log length and a choice of low legs, store stand or high legs.
It is available in selected colour finishes and is often considered where customers want softer styling and a distinctive Country Living appearance.
- 5kW rated output
- 82% net efficiency
- Top or rear 125mm flue outlet
- 300mm maximum log length
- Side 500mm and rear 400mm combustible clearances
C-Series Dimensions
Charnwood C-Eight Blu dimensions
The Charnwood C-Series includes some of the most commercially important stoves in the Charnwood range. The C-Eight Blu is the largest model in the C-Series and is designed for larger fireplaces and living spaces.
- 8kW rated output
- 81% net efficiency
- Top or rear 150mm flue outlet
- 366mm maximum log length
- Side 600mm and rear 650mm combustible clearances
- Rear clearance may reduce to 250mm with compatible heat shield
Installation Interpretation
Why dimensions are only part of the installation
Checking the appliance size is important, but a compliant stove installation is not based on width, height and depth alone. The fireplace, chimney, hearth, flue route and surrounding materials must all be considered.
Flue outlet size
Some Charnwood models use a 125mm outlet, while larger models use a 150mm outlet. This affects liner selection, stove pipe, adaptor choice and whether the existing chimney route is suitable.
Clearances
Distance to combustible materials can determine whether a stove will work in a specific fireplace or against a specific wall. Heat shields and insulated flue can sometimes reduce clearances, but only where the model allows it.
Hearth and opening
The hearth must be suitable for the appliance and the fireplace opening must allow safe installation, access, air movement and maintenance. A stove that fits physically may still be unsuitable if clearances are not met.
Buy Online or Installed
Ordering a Charnwood stove after checking dimensions
Once you have checked the likely appliance size, output and flue outlet, Hot Box can help you move from research to order. Some customers know exactly what they need and can order online. Others need a fitted package with stove, flue components, hearth preparation and installation.
Before ordering, consider:
- Is the stove output suitable for the room?
- Does the fireplace opening provide enough clearance?
- Is the hearth suitable?
- Does the chimney need lining?
- Is a twin wall flue system required?
- Is the property in a smoke control area?
- Do you need external air, ventilation or a heat shield?
Lighting • Fuel • Maintenance
Light and maintain your Charnwood stove properly
Correct stove use starts with dry fuel, good airflow and a clean flue. Use logs with a moisture content of 20% or below, follow the appliance instructions and keep the stove, glass, rope seals and throat plate in good condition.
Hot Box ® Firestarter can help light a Charnwood stove without kindling, making everyday stove lighting easier for wood burning appliances.
Visit Hot Box FirestarterChimney sweeping and servicing
A stove installation should be maintained with regular chimney sweeping and servicing. For chimney sweeping support, visit The Stove Guys.
- Use Ready to Burn logs
- Do not burn wet wood, treated timber or waste
- Check fuel with a moisture meter
- Keep the flue and appliance clean
- Arrange regular chimney sweeping
Order from Hot Box
Need help choosing the right Charnwood size?
Send Hot Box your room details, fireplace photos, chimney information and preferred model. We can help you check whether the stove is likely to fit, whether the flue size is suitable and whether a full installation quote is required.
Send us:
- Property address and postcode
- Photos of the fireplace and chimney breast
- Photos of the outside chimney or proposed flue route
- Room dimensions and ceiling height
- Preferred Charnwood model
- Whether you want supply-only or installation
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