What is required to install a pellet stove?

You must have 16 inches of clearance between the stoves top to combustible materials and 3 inches of space from the stoves vent. There should be no combustibles, such as doors or drapes, within 36 inches of the front or sides of the stove.

What kind of pipe do I need for a pellet stove?

Pellet stoves require type “L” vent pipe. Most will have a 4” vent pipe requirement. L-vent uses an air space between a stainless steel inner pipe and a galvanized outer pipe. Since the exhaust on pellet equipment is pressurized, all joints between pipe components must be siliconed or have a gasketed/sealed connection.

Can I install a pellet stove insert myself?

Installing a pellet stove, if allowed by local code, requires only modest do-it-yourself skills. Because a pellet stove, like a fireplace, is an attractive addition to a room, it is best located where the family can enjoy it and where it will provide the best benefit as a heating source.

Is it OK to put your TV in front of a window?

Windows are often a burden because the glare from daylight hinders optimum viewing, and can cause eye strain. Dont put your TV in front of a window or opposite a west-facing window. An even simpler solution is to add opaque, room-darkening blackout shades to cover your windows.