They can typically be placed 1 to 3 inches from the back wall and 6 to 7 inches from sidewalls. Because of the heat they generate, pellet stoves should be at least 36 inches from furniture and draperies and placed out of the main foot-traffic areas, especially in households with small children.

How far does a pellet stove have to be away from the wall?

The outer surfaces of a pellet stove dont get as hot as the surfaces of wood stoves or fireplaces, so most can be placed closer to combustibles—typically 3 inches from walls at the sides and 1 inch from a back wall. Most need to stand on a non-combustible surface such as stone or tile that is at least 3/8 inch thick.

Can a pellet stove sit on concrete floor?

When installing a pellet stove, it must sit on a noncombustible floor at least 1/2 inch thick and extend at least 6 inches beyond the front and back of the stove. Rather than purchase a plain stone stove pad, you can customize a pellet stove pad by making it yourself with cement board and flooring tiles.

Where should pellet stove be in basement?

The stoves manufacturer will list the appropriate places for your stove, but generally, basement concrete is the best possible surface on which a stove should rest. Stoves should be kept away from flammable objects on all sides, ideally in a central location in the basement.

What should I put under my pellet stove?

To prevent fire, pellet stoves must be installed on a noncombustible surface, typically called a hearth pad. This is typically made of a masonry material, beneath which is a cement backer board. Hearth pads serve an important function, but they dont have to be bland.

Do pellet stoves need floor protection?

Yes, all pellet stoves and appliances require floor protection of some type. To learn more about the specific floor protection requirements for your stove, refer to your product manual.

How do I get my pellet stove to heat up upstairs?

Use Fans. Using fans to move the heat around will allow you to heat the entire upstairs, or place fans that move the wood stove heat to only one room. A fan mounted high in a doorway or on the wall in the same room as the stove will blow hot air to where you need it to go.

Do I need a stove board for a pellet stove?

If the pellet heater is being installed on a floor of concrete, stone, brick or another non-combustible material, no stove board is needed at all except for decorative purposes to highlight the unit or for framing, separating it from any combustible floor coverings.

What size hearth pad do I need for pellet stove?

What size hearth pad do I need? The stove you put on determines the size of the pad. Generally speaking, wood stoves require pads 48″ and larger to protect from falling embers. Pellet, gas, electric, corn, oil and propane stoves can be installed on smaller pads.