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48 Wood Stove Hearth Ideas [with Images]

A wood burning stove exudes a magical warmth that can make you forget about the cares of life. But to safely enjoy your wood stove, it must include a properly designed hearth.

What is a hearth? In simplest terms, it’s the surface immediately surrounding a fireplace or wood stove. Hearths are made from heat and fire resistant material such as brick or stone. Think of it as a safety zone to prevent sparks and embers from catching your house on fire.

The type of hearth you choose depends on your decorating style and whether you want your hearth to stand out from or blend in with the surrounding decor. Scroll through our gallery for ideas on building a beautiful and functional wood stove hearth.

1. Brick

Brick is a time-tested fireplace surround material. It’s an inexpensive choice compared to many other wood stove hearth ideas and will last a long time. Brick adds a rustic flavor to the room and is a logical choice if your home has a brick exterior.

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You’ll often see a brick fireplace insert inside a traditional fireplace. This helps to protect the walls from the intense heat a wood-burning fire generates.

Achieve the same fire insulation by building a brick wall behind a freestanding wood stove. Add a mantel shelf to the brick surround to make it feel more like a classic masonry fireplace.

2. Corner

The exterior wall corner is a logical location for a wood burning stove. Not only does it maximize the room’s footprint, it’s easy to vent the stove pipe through the wall.

Many wood stove manufacturers now offer tall, narrow stoves that are excellent for small spaces. Regardless of the burning stove size, an adequate hearth pad is necessary.

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While vintage stove models often lack integrated insulation, newer, well-insulated stoves might eliminate the need to apply brick or stone to the surrounding corner walls. Even so, most building codes require a solid hearth pad.

3. Freestanding

Freestanding wood burning stoves radiate heat throughout the room. They’re a great way to add affordable heating in a home without a built-in wood or gas fireplace, especially in cold climates where heating costs are high.

A freestanding wood stove or pellet stove can be moved if necessary.

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Wherever you locate your freestanding wood burner, it will need a hearth for safety reasons. A good hearth serves many purposes, including outlining a zone that keeps people and burning wood a safe distance apart.

4. Jotul

Norway is notoriously cold, and the Norwegian company Jotul has become legendary for its variety of indoor and outdoor wood stove products. A Jotul cast iron stove is durable and will not be deformed even after years of use. Cast iron stove parts are also easy to replace.

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Design your stove or fireplace hearth around the type of Jotul stove you get. An antique stove model can stand up to a ceramic tile or other decorative hearth design. A modern gas stove looks good above a square or circular stone slab hearth.

5. Living Room

The fireplace is usually the living room’s focal point. Whether you install an electric fireplace, wood cook stove, boiler stove, or multi fuel stove, the fireplace hearth provides an opportunity to give the room a designer touch.

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The wood burning stove hearth is a practical storage spot for fireplace tools and wood. If you have a coal stove, keep a bucket of coal on the hearth. Build up your hearth on a platform to raise the stove’s presence in the room.

If your stove has an open grate or window, be sure to arrange your furniture so that each seat has an unobstructed view of the flames.

6. Platform

A hearth platform may serve a decorative or functional purpose—or both. Because the hearth is meant to protect your home from a fire’s intense heat, it must be a certain thickness.

If a renovation includes adding a wood burning fireplace or wood burning stove, a raised hearth platform may be your best solution.

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If you’re installing an electric stove, a hearth is not required. However, many homeowners add one anyway because a hearth is such a classic part of fireplace design.

7. Rustic

A stone fireplace with a wood stove insert provides a classic rustic vibe. Its hearth can be made from any combination of brick, flagstone, slate, and other non-combustible natural materials.

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A rustic hearth can be a simple slab, such as a stove board or hearth pad.

8.

Stone

Granite and marble are popular types of hearth stone. They come in a huge range of textures, colors, and patterns. You may even be able to replicate the same type of marble or granite used on your kitchen countertops or foyer.

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Soapstone is a great material for hearths and wood stove sides. It has natural veining that varies from piece to piece, making each slab a one-of-a-kind décor element. It retains heat for a long time, providing radiant heat overnight. Vermont-based Hearthstone stove products are made with soapstone.

9. Tile

Tile is a must if you want to add a decorative flair to the wall and floor around your wood stove. Available in countless sizes, colors, and patterns, hearth-friendly tile design options abound.

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Solid color tile is also a good option, particularly if you want the hearth to blend into your décor instead of standing out. Mix and match tile textures while keeping to the same color. This adds interest to your stove area without taking away from other design elements in the room.

10. Wall

Some types of heating stoves do not require the surrounding wall to be covered in fire-safe material. However, most coal, wood, or cook stove models will require a brick or stone wall surround.

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For a rustic or industrial touch, cover the wall behind your wood stove with corrugated metal panels. Their subtle reflective surface maximizes the light given off by a night-time fire.

11. Wood Burner

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Wood Stove Hearth FAQs

What is the best material to use for a hearth?

Slabbed granite is often touted as the best hearth material for wood-burning fires. Slabbed granite has been cut into smaller pieces and mounted in concrete. This allows the granite to safely expand when exposed to heat.

How thick does a hearth pad need to be?

Building codes may vary by location, but most require a hearth pad to be at least 4 inches thick. It must also be made of a non-combustible material, such as stone, brick, or tile.

What is the difference between a pellet stove and a wood stove?

A wood pellet stove and a wood burning stove look similar but use different types of fuel. Wood pellets burn cleaner than wood logs. Additionally, a wood pellet stove requires less maintenance than a log burner stove.

Kari Apted is an Atlanta-based freelance writer who has been educating and entertaining readers for over 15 years.

Kari Apted is an Atlanta-based freelance writer who has been educating and entertaining readers for over 15 years.

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Our wood burner ideas can help to create a cozy, warming and inviting ambience in the home.

Fire has been used for centuries to provide us with warmth and light, and when heating up the home, a wood burner can be both a highly efficient and stylish choice.

Great for those cold winter evenings, as the days grow shorter and the nights longer, a log burner not only provides warmth, it can establish a characterful and comforting focal point in a room.

Whether you want to refresh your fireplace ideas and add a wood burning stove, or incorporate an electric wood burner in a dining room or for your living room fireplace ideas, there are options to suit all styles and spaces.

Wood burner ideas

We have gathered some of our favorite wood burner ideas, from the traditional to the colorful and contemporary, as well as spoken to the experts, to help you make the right decision for the wood burner in your home.

1. Establish a cohesive, coordinated look

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When many of us think of wood burners, we think of black box, traditional designs, however, as technology and styles have adapted over time, we are seeing many more colorful, stylish wood burners that can beautifully integrate into the modern home.

As shown in this light and bright living room, the Chesneys Beaumont Gas Stove in Parchment perfectly coordinates with the calming, neutral scheme. Establishing a cohesive and coordinated look, many brands offer a range of colors for their wood burners so the design can perfectly match with the style of your home.

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Throughout history, fires have created natural gathering points where people come together to appreciate and benefit from warmth and light. 

A fireplace or stove establishes a hub in the home where family and friends naturally congregate to both socialize and relax, so why not make a statement of your stove to elevate this central feature and focal point.

In this living room, the 690 Style wood burning stove by Contura Stoves is a truly stand out piece of design. The majestic, modern style and large, cylindrical shape create a striking contrast with the rest of the room, making the sleek stove the real star of the show.

3. Create an enhanced feeling of coziness

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For many of us, incorporating a wood burner in our home is to create an enhanced feeling of coziness; helping us feel more relaxed and content in our space. 

This inviting living room is a beautiful embodiment of coziness and comfort, and is exactly where you would want to be snuggled up on a cold winter's night, a great example of fall mantel ideas.

The traditional fireplace has been redesigned with a new wood burner, with the surrounding area beautifully decorated and styled with log storage, candles and decorative pieces; making a real feature of the space. A charming living room, this wood burner is at the center of a design that prioritizes that comforting feeling of coziness.

4. Embrace color

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Fireplaces and wood burners often establish themselves as one of the main focal points in a room, with many rooms with a fireplace designed so the eye will be drawn to that area.

For added impact and allure, embracing a bright and colorful wood burner can not only make a statement, but it can make the stove feel united in your scheme.

This striking design from Arada Stoves , part of an innovative new series of never before seen colors, injects a fun and unexpected element of color and charm into the elegant pink living room. With pink and green being a match made in heaven in interior design, this Peapod finish adds a dynamic energy and element of freshness into the space, creating an eye-catching and long-lasting impression.

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For traditional fireplace ideas and for stoves that are in keeping with a more classic look, choosing a wood burner with a canopy can create a subtle element of grandeur and tradition in a space, as well as making the stove feel more integrated into the fireplace.

As shown here, the Elmdale Inglenook Woodburning Stove by ACR Stoves, offers a contemporary solution for traditional, large inglenook fireplaces. Defined by an elegant, curved canopy, the stove then features more contemporary glass doors, allowing for an expansive, clear view of the fire - an innovative mix of the old and the new.

6. Opt for a striking, integrated stove

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Combining the timeless beauty and practicality of traditional stoves with contemporary technology and versatility, there are an increasing amount of modern stove designs that can adapt to homes of all shapes, sizes and styles. 

An integrated stove is not only a striking design feature, it can be a more practical option for saving on space, with many able to be placed virtually anywhere in the home.

As shown here, the Celsius stove by Schiedel creates a beautifully modern fireplace. Crafted from volcanic pumice, sourced directly from the Hekla Volcano in Iceland, the stove is surprisingly lightweight, with its small, simple and clean design ideal for creating a more minimalist, Scandi inspired look.

7. Keep it compact yet charming

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If you're looking to update a traditional fireplace with a new stove, choosing a more compact design can allow you to get creative with styling the surrounding space. 

Similar to mantel decor ideas, thinking about the area that surrounds the stove, and enhancing the physical warmth with visual warmth, such as innovative log storage ideas and decorative designs, will only create a more inviting area in the home. 

In this country home, the traditional space has been lifted by the use of floral wallpaper and paint. The compact Morsø stove sits charmingly within the refreshed, white brickwork, with the use of lanterns, fireside accessories, baskets and bowls adding inviting texture and decoration.

8. Let the flames take center-stage

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On many original stove designs, the doors are relatively small, concealing the fire within. However today, many designs embrace the beauty of the flames and make a spectacle of the fire by having larger glass doors.

Vicky Naylor states, 'consumers want to see as much of the fire as possible, so the larger the glass viewing area the better.'

The Charnwood Cranmore 5 stove shown above is defined by a large, glass picture window, with its Regency era style able to integrate into both modern and traditional spaces. Providing greater flame visibility, these innovative designs try to depict the same effect of watching flames on an open fire.

9. Bring a stove into a dining room

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Fireplaces and wood burners are often associated with living rooms, due to the placement of chimneys and traditional fireplace designs. However, with many modern styles allowing for more flexibility in placement across the home, why not bring the warmth and character of a wood burner into a dining room space. 

In this stylish, monochrome dining room, an electric wood burner has been placed towards the end of the table. An easy way to make a dining room feel more cozy and inviting for your dining room ideas, this wood burner is a simple addition that makes the room feel more intimate and comfortable.

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Choosing a wood burner design that incorporates a log store can create a clean and uncluttered look, and provides an easy solution for your log storage ideas.

Both visually pleasing and highly practical, stove designs that incorporate areas for log storage also allow for you to keep logs beside the stove without any safety concerns.

This Farringdon stove from Arada Stoves is part of a collection available in a pretty palette of autumnal colors. This bright Spice finish, inspired by the colors of winter leaves, makes for a stunning color pairing with the deep blue, painted walls. With the stove mounted on a matching stand to create a handy area to store and display logs, this design creates both a practical stove area and stand-out design feature.

11. Raise the stove as well as the temperature

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As we have discussed, wood burners and fireplaces are often one of the main focal points in a room, so to enhance this effect even further, instead of placing your stove on the floor, why not elevate it so it stands tall and easily within eye level when seated.

As demonstrated in this cozy, open-plan living space, the raised area, built to mirror the colorful wooden paneling on the walls, creates the perfect platform for the wood burner, a great look for farmhouse fireplace ideas. 

Adding a modern touch to what we would expect from a traditional fireplace and stove area, this unique, tiered design creates a beautiful feature of the stove, ensuring you are in full view of the flames no matter where you are in the room.

12. Make the most out of your space

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With so many shapes and styles to choose from, there really is a wood burner to suit all manner of interior spaces, no matter the size, layout or design of your home. 

Many stoves can fit into awkward alcoves and cozy corners seamlessly, ideal for smaller spaces where there isn't as much space available.

As shown in this study, the Morsø 4043 stove is defined by a sleek, functional design that can easily integrate into most homes. Simple and stylish, the stove fits into this corner of the study perfectly, with the elegant glass hearth effortlessly zoning the space.

What are the different types of wood burner?

When deciding what wood burner is best for your home, there are four main options to choose from:

Wood Burning Stove - A stove that burns wooden logs, Jon Butterworth, Director at Arada Stoves states, 'burning proper fuel will ensure you get the best results from your stove. Low-moisture wood is better than wet wood, as wet wood is known to increase smoke and emissions, with minimal heat output. Not only is this inefficient but it causes soot to build up, blackening the glass of your stove. Opt for seasoned wood which can be recognized as it's noticeably lighter than wet wood.'

Multi Fuel Stove - A multi fuel stove can burn wood, coal or smokeless fuel such as peat. A versatile stove design that can cater to different fuel types, from traditional logs to more eco-friendly options.

Gas Wood Burner - Energy efficient and easy to clean and control, gas wood burners are often much cheaper to run than others, so a more cost effective option for your wood burner ideas.

Electric Wood Burner - If you do not have a chimney of flue, but want the aesthetic, coziness and warmth of a roaring fire, an electric wood burner is for you, simply plug the stove into an electric power supply to feel the heat and and watch the mesmerizing LED flames.

Is a wood burner a good idea?

A wood burner is not only a source of warmth and light, they can add character and coziness to a room, making it more inviting and comforting.

Jon Butterworth states, 'although used mostly in the winter months, a wood burning stove is a statement feature in any room throughout the year. Whether the style of your home is traditional or contemporary, a wood burning stove is a timeless piece.'

With so many styles to choose from, from classic to colorful, there are options that can be incorporated into any interior design.

Vicky Naylor says, 'choosing and installing a stove is a real investment, not only increasing the value of your property but adding a real sense of warmth and comfort to your living space.'

Before you buy your stove be sure to do some checks of your space, and ensure that your chosen design will work perfectly in your home. As Phil Wood at Contura states, 'there are a number of factors to consider before selecting and installing a wood burner. Whilst aesthetics are of course, important, it is essential to look at the size of the stove, its heat output, and the technology of the stove model. Try to also look out for a stove that features a Clean Burn system – this means it burns more efficiently and for longer periods of time, resulting in a combustion with very low particle concentrations.'

Wood burners can be both highly energy efficient and cost efficient, meaning that wood burner ideas can keep you warm, help you save money as well as helping the environment - an ideal situation really!

How do you install a wood burner?

An electric wood burner is relatively easy to install: work out the right location, plug in and you're done.  Niall Deiraniya, UK General Manager for DRU Fires supports this and says, 'electric fires can be installed without any special preparation, an electrician may be required to install the cabling and power points and there may also be the need for some chimney restoration work.'

However, for others, checking gas connections, ventilation, chimneys and flues is key when installing and deciding which wood burner is best for your home.

Vicky Naylor, General Manager at ACR Stoves states, 'you should always enlist the help and advice of your local stockist and registered competent heating engineer before purchasing your stove to ensure that the installation will comply with building regulations and the manufacturer’s instructions.

'When it’s time to install, it’s important that the chimney should always be checked for soundness and lined if necessary. Remember that each installation will be different - it is important to ensure that the hearth requirements and clearances are complied with, but the level of work will alter from installation to installation. '

Are wood burners sustainable?

Many modern wood burner designs have an increased focus on sustainability, having to pass certain environmental regulations and standards before they can be used.

For wood burning stoves, The Stove Industry Alliance states, 'a wood burning stove costs about a third of the price of electric heating and less than gas central heating for the average household under the current price cap, with that saving set to further increase as fuel prices continue to rise. This cost effectiveness, combined with wood fuel’s renewable and sustainable credentials, and the ability to source fuel locally, further reducing the carbon intensity of home heating, means responsible wood burning has a clear role to play in our low carbon future.

A professionally installed, regularly serviced modern Ecodesign stove used with correctly seasoned wood fuel is a very low carbon, low emission, sustainable and cost-effective way to heat our homes.'

For more information and exploration on this topic, Sebastian Cox demystifies the environmental impact of wood burners.

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In such cold weather, you want to sit near a warm fireplace with a cup of tea and your favorite book. But the design and style of your home should not be spoiled by the excessive amount of wood that is scattered here and there.

See also: 30 examples of cast-iron fireplaces in the interior, which prove that the "potbelly stove" is back in fashion

I grew up with a wood stove in my grandparents' house. It has always been a tradition to kindle a warm fire before the New Year holidays. So the wood stove definitely leaves good memories!

We have collected 35 good examples of firewood storage that only decorate the interior and add coziness. Who said that firewood should only be on the street? They are too beautiful to hide in damp and boring sheds. Check out our ideas to inspire you!

See also: The best wood for a wood stove, fireplace or potbelly stove

Stack firewood right next to the fireplace, making the room cozy, welcoming and warm

Antique fireplace, wooden box with firewood for a cozy rustic indoor atmosphere

Firewood on the floor is a great solution for a minimalist or rustic interior without having to worry about where to put it

Firewood basket can be used even in rooms without a fireplace, just for comfort

A range of baskets for storing firewood and branches will add a casual and natural feel to the space

Small house shaped wood and branch storage blocks look cozy and add a rustic feel to the space

Large wall cabinet with multiple storage compartments for firewood and bark

Vintage wood stove with firewood at the back against a black wall

An open niche in the wall where firewood is neatly stacked

Firewood in an iron bucket next to a small potbelly stove - looks great

An eclectic space with a very sophisticated fireplace and wood stored between it and the wall for maximum comfort

A wire basket with firewood is a great storage idea that adds a cozy and vintage feel to the room

Console table with stored firewood - a very cozy rustic idea for any space

An interesting niche in the wall, where you can stack firewood and comfortably sit next to the fireplace

Metal stand on wheels for storing firewood

Another version of the vintage cart that will bring a warm atmosphere to the interior

A modern wood storage cabinet attached to the wall can also have several shelves for different firewood

Large black console along the wall for firewood

Firewood box to keep it out of sight

An amazing stand made of a rough piece of wood and a metal circle in which firewood is stored - a very bold idea

Laconic wall-mounted metal shelves can be used not only for firewood, but also for other things, and at the same time are a decoration

An elegant space with an antique fireplace and a small niche next to it - a great stylish idea in a modern style

A large amount of firewood placed in niches

Firewood stored against the wall next to the fireplace is a great idea for many modern interiors

Handy metal stand with wheels for easy movement

Concrete, fireplace and large firewood niches - a good solution for rustic style

Warm wood finishes for fireplaces and firewood niches

Simple boxes with firewood and garlands are great for adding a charming winter touch to the space

Floor-to-ceiling niche completely filled with firewood

Iron cabinet for storing firewood, baskets and tools for the fireplace

Small metal firewood racks in the form of houses

Contrast wall with TV, firewood niches and fireplace

Awesome idea for placing firewood - between wooden beams

Pretty wood storage wall shelf

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Placement of a wood-burning stove in a country frame house - precautions

Frame houses are characterized by high thermal efficiency, and this is one of their main advantages, however, this does not mean that heating in them can be planned somehow. Modern technologies offer many variations on this theme, but some customers prefer the good old classics - wood-burning stoves, reasonably believing that this type of heating will not fail under any circumstances. However, in order to make it safe to place a wood-burning stove in a country frame house, precautions must be taken in full, otherwise, despite the high fire resistance, damage cannot be avoided.

Benefits of a wood-burning stove

Traditional doesn't always mean unusable and outdated, and this is true of a wood-burning stove. Intensive draft allows you to warm up the premises very quickly, removes excess moisture, which is very important for frame houses, and you can use the heat not only for heating, but also for cooking, you just need to have a little skill in this matter.

In addition, firewood is available for most Russian regions. If we consider other types of fuel, it is worth noting that electricity and liquid petroleum products are too expensive, gas is cheap, but if the house is far from a centralized highway, it is not available, and only firewood is always at hand for most owners of suburban real estate. Moreover, various wood waste is also used: branches of shrubs and trees growing on the site, sawn timber trimmings, the remains of old buildings to be dismantled.

Another advantage of the wood stove is its original and exclusive appearance. It will be the center of attention and will decorate any living room or kitchen. If you wish, you can decorate it with tiles or paintings, decorate it with stylish plaster or leave the brick in its original form - this will also look good.

Types of stoves

A few decades ago, the entire set of options was limited to two - brick or adobe structures, although no, three - if we count potbelly stoves, but they were not included in the noble class of wood-burning stoves and were considered a temporary and impractical solution. Today, the range has expanded significantly, potbelly stoves have become more decorative, ergonomic, efficient and safe, in addition, another type of metal wood-burning stoves has appeared - bulerien. Also, elegant fireplaces, practical Swedish and Dutch modifications are installed in frame houses, they did not forget about the good old Russian stoves, as well as the classics of refractory bricks.

Safety rules for installing a wood-burning stove

Whatever the type of wood-burning stove provided for by the project of a particular frame house, uniform precautions are required for its installation. The list of measures includes:

Fire safety measures are regulated by the relevant standards, which also apply to frame houses.

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