In Canada, there are generally more months of the year when we need some sort of heat on, than there are not. It’s time to start thinking about how…and what..we are using to heat our homes. For some it’s staying cozy with the “can’t be beat” heat from a roaring wood stove, and for others it’s the simplicity and ease of propane. Whatever option you choose, Gow’s Home Hardware has what you need to help with your home heating needs this winter.
For years the go-to for many when it came to heating our homes, was an old-fashioned wood stove. This is still the preferred choice for many. The crackle of the fire, the logs and coals burning and the incredible warmth and heat provided by a wood stove is a reliable option that some choose when it comes to home heating. Knowing that you will have heat during a power outage as well as knowing the price of heating your home each year, makes wood stoves an economical and reliable choice.
The size of your room, how well insulated your space is, chimney placement, clearance needed, etc are all things to consider when selecting a wood stove. When it comes to the aesthetic of your space, wood stoves today come in many new and attractive styles that can improve the appearance of many rooms in your home.
Wood stoves can be made from cast iron, steel, soapstone or a combination of these materials. There are also many different styles of stoves, from rustic to modern, with something to fit almost any decor or space.
Gow’s Home Hardware also sells small bundles of firewood and kindling for those who may need it. Fiber fuel is another consideration. Fiber Fuel is hardwood or softwood sawdust, compressed into bricks. One pallet of Fiber Fuel contains 60 bags and is the rough equivalent of one cord of seasoned hardwood.
You can watch our Facebook Live where we talked all about care, maintenance and options when it comes to wood stoves…
For some, the manual labor involved with a wood burning stove, may be too much and they might be looking at other possibilities. Besides wood stoves, Gow’s Home Hardware also carries a wide range of propane fireplaces and inserts. The most obvious advantage to using propane is the ease of being able to light your fire with the push of a button. Propane fireplaces are also easy to maintain. They have the ability to produce a roaring fire that needs no looking after and requires minimal cleanup.
Once you have propane installed, then it can also be used for more than one item. If you have a propane fireplace, you then have the ability to also use that propane for an indoor grill or outdoor fireplace. Propane also gives the ability to use your wood stove or insert during a power outage, just without the blower.
Propane inserts are a popular option. Propane fireplace inserts require minimal maintenance compared to wood fireplace inserts. Propane fireplace inserts are designed to be installed in your current masonry fireplace, so you don’t even have to clear out an extra space. A great idea for anyone looking to still have a fireplace, but looking for an easy, reliable way to light a fire on a cool night. Get home from work, put your slippers on, flick a switch then sit by the fire and relax…sounds good! 😉
Gow’s Home Hardware carries a wide-range of wood stoves, propane fireplaces and inserts for you to choose from. From Pacific Energy, Continental, Jotul and more they have various makes and models to help you decide on your next home heating option. Gow’s also works with local installers that will come out and advise you to determine what will work in your space or assist with installation if required. Do you have a fireplace or wood stove now that needs some maintenance? Gow’s Home Hardware also carries everything you need to repair and maintain your stoves for years to come.
How do you heat your home in the winter months? A lot of people say you can’t beat the heat of a wood stove, but is the ease of propane something that you are considering? Let us know in the comments and stop back in the Home Heating department at Gow’s Home Hardware, check out their selection and chat with the experts about any questions you have around home heating.
*This post has been sponsored by Gow’s Home Hardware. Founded in 1848, Gow’s has been serving the residents of Bridgewater and remains one of the oldest established businesses in the community.
