Selecting A Wood-burning Stove
Be sure your stove is made of sturdy, suitable material, such as cast iron or steel.
Look for stoves listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or other recognized testing
laboratories. If you purchase a used stove, check it carefully for cracks or other
defects. The legs, hinges, grates and draft louvers also should be checked carefully.
If you live in a mobile home, be sure your stove is of a type specifically approved
for use in such a dwelling.