Seeing double?

Double sided stoves can provide a superb focal point in a property.

Further, they offer double the benefit versus traditional single facing wood burning stoves.

Double sides stove | Let us explain how they work…

A double sided stove serves two spaces with both heat from the fire and a view of the flames.

Usually, they are built into a stud or partition wall which can be constructed to suit the dimensions of the stove.

However, it is possible to build them into spaces where there is an existing masonry wall. There are various tricks that can be considered to make this work such as log stores either side to create depth.

Moreover, as with all stoves, there are a number of manufacturers competing for sales. At Hot Box, we have pretty much narrowed it down to three main players.

Which double sided stove?

To help, we have set out our view of the best double sided stoves and included them within our range.

• Stuv | Some great offerings in the double sided stove line up, Stove units are designed to be designed ad built into a living space. Features such as concealed doors and custom side panel options make Stuv stoves a key contender for those looking to go double sided.
• Spartherm | Germany’s finest range, these stoves have the build quality of a BMW and are superb. Designed to be constructed into a space a Spartherm stove can provide a serious focal point in any room. Further, there are models that can be used to heat water and provide ducted heat elsewhere in your home.
• Parkray | In comparison to the uber luxury of the Stuv and Spartherm offerings, the Parkray double sided units are more subdued. A well built traditional wood burner which can be slotted into an existing chimney breast. Alterations will likely be needed but may be minor.

Fitting a double sided stove…

Fitting a double sided wood burner can be a challenge and is usually a task best left to the teams at Hot Box. Our locations in York and London offer double sided stove installations using only the best wood burners and HETAS installers. 

Lighting a double sided stove…

Usually, a double sided stove will only have one opening door for lighting and re fuelling. Therefore, before installation, you need to decide which side you want to door to be on.

Furthermore, we always use Hot Box ® Firestarter for lighting all of our stoves.