The Book of Masonry Stoves by David Lyle. Builder Rob Roy says these stoves are 35% more efficient than the best 'air-tight' stoves. Many sketches and photos of old and new designs. Learn about masonry stoves and how to maximize wood heat in your home. These stoves are designed so you can sit close and not be burned if you touch them, heat radiates out, making living areas comfortable for hours with less fuel consumed. An excellent introduction to this most environmentally friendly of combustion-based heating systems. Includes extensive history of wood burning, principles of masonry stoves, and examples of masonry stoves used around the world. 52 photos, 92 illustrations, index, softcover. #4014...$30.00 PUBLISHER INCREASED PRICING IN 2005, TEXT UNALTERED This book does not instruct on building a masonry stove, but has excellent overall information. |