These are the kinds of drawings that I wish I had had more exposure/access to when I was starting out in masonry heater building.
It still takes a somewhat trained eye to understand the overall flow of gases through these sections. Further refinement and artistry would render them more understandable still. Basically, wood is burned very efficiently in the firebox, goes up and around a “white” oven and then down and around into a heated bench before coming back up and exiting through the chimney. A bi-pass damper will be installed in order to be able to prime the flue.
It has long time been a desire of mine to contribute to sustainability and ultimately to peace and happiness. I am hoping to put more energy into communicating through writing and drawings, and also into sharing both the artistic and emotional parts of this process. Subscribing to Firespeaking’s mailing list and/or following us on Facebook are two good ways to stay in touch and show your support!
