Green Mountain 60 Wood Stove
Overview
The Green Mountain 60 is an efficient contemporary cast iron wood stove. A mixture of tried and true meets cutting edge in our new Tru-Hybrid combustion system. This technology provides an ultra clean burn with efficiencies over 80% while providing previously impossible burn times. The Green Mountain series has a large viewing window which affords an impressive view, and a cast iron body that incorporates more contemporary styling cues to fit in virtually any home.
Quick Specs
- BTUs: Up to 60,000 Output
- Heating Capacity: Up to 2,000 sq ft
- Material: Cast Iron
| BTU | Up to 60,000 Output |
|---|---|
| Width | 26 in. |
| Height | 31-3/5 in. |
| Depth | 18-3/5 in. |
| Weight | 494 lbs. |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Heating Capacity | Up to 2,000 sq ft. |
| Burn Time | 24 hrs. |
| Firebox Capacity | 2 cu ft. |
| Log Length | Up to 18 in. |
| Emissions | 0.6 g/hr. |
| EPA Certified | Yes |
Hearth Blog Posts
Wood-Burning vs. Gas Fireplace: Total Cost of Ownership in Idaho
Most people compare wood and gas fireplaces by sticker price and stop there — but the purchase price is only part of the story. The real question is total cost of ownership: what you'll spend over the years to buy, fuel, and maintain it, plus the value of things that never show up on a receipt, like ambiance and heat during a power outage. This guide breaks down the true 10-year cost of each in Idaho using real local numbers — the cheapest natural gas in the country (~$0.50/therm) and affordable firewood (~$200/cord) — across upfront, fuel, and maintenance. Spoiler: gas usually wins on cost, but wood wins on the intangibles. Here's how to decide which is right for your home.
Idaho Fireplace Permit & Code Guide: What's Required Where
Adding a fireplace or wood stove in Idaho? What's required depends on where you live and what you install. This guide covers gas vs. solid-fuel permits, EPA certification, clearances, chimney code, and Idaho's air-quality rules — by jurisdiction.
Fireplace Insert vs. New Fireplace: Which Makes Sense for Your Home
If you want a better fireplace, you have two fundamentally different paths: drop an insert into an existing fireplace, or install a brand-new unit. They sound similar, but they solve different problems, cost different amounts, and suit different homes — and the right choice usually comes down to one question: do you already have a usable fireplace opening? This guide breaks down both options across cost, efficiency, placement, and installation, with clear "choose this if" guidance. You'll learn why both crush an open masonry hearth on efficiency (10–20% vs. 70–90%), when an insert is the smart, cost-effective upgrade, and when a new built-in fireplace's placement freedom is worth the extra investment.
