| Wood stoves were invented to heat small areas | | | | flames really dance behind the glass. But the electric |
| where space was limited. They are free standing | | | | flames do not take extra energy. They only burn with |
| systems instead of built into the walls, and they | | | | as much energy as is needed for one or two small |
| traditionally have stove pipes instead of chimneys. | | | | lightbulbs. And if you have children who are soothed by |
| Electric wood stoves are no less convenient. They are | | | | the steady burn of an electric flame, you can keep the |
| perfect for smaller rooms that either don't need as | | | | flame going without using the heating element. That |
| much steady heat from a furnace, or that are simply | | | | means that the investment in this type of stove will |
| hard to keep warm. For example, this time of electric | | | | pay off year around, and not just in the winter months |
| fireplace could be a perfect addition to a small family | | | | when it is necessary to keep the house warm. |
| room, a basement, or even a children's room. Yes, | | | | Electric wood stoves range in price and size. Some |
| they are safe enough to keep in a child's room, with a | | | | are quite large, which means they need to be placed in |
| thermostat that controls the amount of heat and | | | | larger rooms. Others are smaller and are great for |
| safety glass. They are also safe to put things on, like | | | | tighter spaces. They are designed to look like the |
| books or picture frames. | | | | classic wood stoves that you would find in older |
| Electric wood stoves are also fascinating to watch. | | | | houses, but have a sort of timeless class that will bring |
| They are designed to look just like real wood burning | | | | up the tone and flair of your living quarters. |
| stoves, which means that the coals really glow, and | | | | |