A wood stove is a great way to add extra warmth and ambience to your garage. These can be installed in an old wood shed or any other area that is going unused, and they are in some cases easily portable if you want to move them to somewhere else in the house later on.
There are many options when it comes to choosing a stove – they range from basic storage units with stoves built into the top of them, all the way up to modern designer stoves which look good as well as work well.
One of the things you will need to consider is where exactly you want your stove located, and how much floor space it needs. You should also think about what fuel source you are going to use – some stoves can take logs or briquettes, for example, and some cannot.
Depending on what you want your garage to look like, the choice of stove will affect how it looks in the space so, for example, a more traditionally styled stove would not look right in a modern garage. Here are some ideas to get you started:
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13 Different Garage Wood Stove Ideas to Inspire You
1. Portable Wood Stove from Steel Barrel
If you’re looking for a wood stove that you can move around easily, this is a great option. It’s made from an old steel barrel, and has been repurposed into a portable wood stove. You can take it with you when you go camping, or use it in your garage to take the chill off on colder days.
Take a look at the page on BackWoodsHome on how they built a portable woodstove for $30.
2. Wood Stove Made From A Propane Tank
You can also repurpose an old propane tank into a wood stove. This can be a good option if you don’t have any other materials to hand. There are many different ideas online on how to do this, but the general principle is to make a cut in the bottom and side of the tank and put in some kind of burn grate.
Head over to Workshop Satisfaction’s video on their channel to see how you can repurpose a propane tank into a wood stove.
3. Outdoor Stove with Heat Exchanger
This idea is great for outdoor spaces and can make your garage feel cozier even on the coldest days. It’s basically an outdoor barrel stove with an attached heat exchanger; this helps to keep your garage warm without letting too much heat escape, and is an efficient way to use your stove.
To learn more about building a stove with a heat exchanger, take a look at this guide from PracticalSurvivalist.
4. DIY Outside Wood Stove
Now, it’s not just propane tanks that can be repurposed into stoves. This idea shows how you can take an old drum and turn it into a wood stove. This is a great option if you want something more traditionally styled for your garage, as the rounded shape of the drums lends itself well to this look.
To find out how to make your own outside wood stove, take a look at Instructables tutorial.
5: Forced Air Wood Burning Stove
A far more complex option is to build a forced air wood burning stove. This can be quite an involved process, but the result is both visually appealing and very effective at keeping your garage warm as it also is on the larger side.
This particular design uses a blower to force air into the fire, and you can find further instructions for building it on FarmShow.
6. DIY Mini Wood Stove
This also involves using a propane tank but on the slightly smaller scale. It’s a great option if you don’t have access to other materials, and it’s simple enough to make that even beginners can have a go. You will need some basic welding and metalworking skills, but the basic design of this stove is quite simple.
You can find full instructions on how to make this DIY outside wood stove over on the channel at Rafael Ellis-Rech.
7. Gas Bottle Wood Stove
For this idea, you will need an old gas bottle and some other materials such as a heavy duty hinge and a pipe for the chimney. This is a great option if you want to build a wood stove but don’t want something that’s too large or bulky.
You can find more on how to make this particular design over on Instructables.
8. Car Rim Wood Stove
Definitely more on the innovative side, this design uses old car rims as the body for the stove. This is a great option if you’re looking for something different, and it’s also a good way to upcycle an old car part that you might otherwise have thrown away.
You can see how this design was put together over on Glavnyiy Mehanik’s YouTube channel.
9. Gas Tank DIY Wood Stove
Another design that uses a gas tank, this one is a little more complex than some of the others on this list. It’s a good option if you have some basic welding skills and access to the necessary materials. You will need an old gas tank, as well as some metal plates and tubing for the chimney.
You can find full instructions for building this design on the Instructables website.
10. Homemade Wood Burning Stove
Now, if you like the idea of a wood stove made from oil well steel casing, this design is definitely for you. It’s fairly straightforward to make, and you can some info for instructions that you need on the website Permies.
11. Low-Cost Barrel Wood Stove
For those who are on a tight budget, this design uses an old steel barrel as the body of the stove. It’s a great option if you want to save money, and it’s also fairly simple to put together. You will need some basic welding skills and access to the necessary materials.
You can find full instructions for building this design on MorningChores.
12. Metal Scrap Wood Stove
Using a gas cylinder is a popular option for making DIY wood stoves, so it’s no surprise that there are plenty of examples to choose from. This design uses an old gas cylinder and some scrap metal to create the body of the stove.
If you like this idea, you can find full instructions on Instructables.
13. Simple Barrel Stove
Last but not least, we have another example of a DIY wood stove made from an old oil barrel. This design is quite simple, and it should be achievable even for beginners. You will need basic skills and access to the necessary materials.
To investigate this design even further, visit the website OutdoorRevival.
FAQ
Yes, of course. In fact, many people choose to put their wood-burning stoves in the garage to save on space. Just make sure it’s well-ventilated and all flammable materials are kept a safe distance away. Always follow any local regulations or building codes when installing a wood-burning stove in your garage.
Most wood-burning stoves do require a chimney, although there are some types that are designed to be ventless. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions for your particular stove to find out what type of ventilation or chimney is required. Some stoves may also need specialized accessories like heat shields and flue pipes.
The clearance requirements for a wood stove will depend on the particular model and design, as well as any local building codes or regulations. Typically you should have at least 12 inches of clearance from the stove to any combustible materials, although some stoves may require more than this. Always consult the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations.
Many different factors can impact how much space a wood stove can effectively heat, including the amount of wood used, the current climate conditions, and how big the space is. Typically, a wood stove can be expected to heat a space of around 1,000 square feet. However, this will vary depending on your specific situation and needs.
Conclusion
There are many different garage wood stove ideas to choose from, so it shouldn’t be too difficult to find one that suits your needs. Just make sure you have the necessary skills and access to materials before you get started. And always follow any local regulations or building codes when installing a wood-burning stove in your garage.
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