There are many reasons a homeowner would choose a free-standing stove over a fireplace or fireplace insert. Free-standing stoves deliver more overall heat without the need for power and generally require a less-expensive venting system. Free-standing stoves come in many sizes and shapes and are available with many decorative and functional options. Current models have much better clearances to combustibles than their predecessors. We typically display thirty to forty models in our showroom at any given time.