Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

There are a lot of dead, downed trees out there from the initial lot clearing that have been drying since last summer. We're going to start cutting it to firewood length as soon as the weather clears up some. We'll use it in our outside firepit if nothing else.

I'd really prefer a wood stove but it would have to be tiny to fit in the fireplace space I have. If it sticks out into the room too much, it will set my coffee table on fire, lol. It's a small space. I was thinking a little fireplace with some sort of vent or blower might work. I guess I just need to have some fireplace people come look and see what can be done in my situation.

Yes, I'd like to do like you do and keep the main room warmer in the winter. I could keep the thermostat turned way down most of the time that way. Thankfully, there are no open ceilings, lofts or anything in my house. It's just a standard two-story with 8 ft. ceilings and a door at the bottom of the stairway.