Your water-bearing stove from Spartherm®
Innovation and quality meet security of supply
With a water-bearing fireplace, you are investing in sustainable heat and more independence, as you can use the energy from the fire twice: it not only heats the room, but also supports your central heating system. Part of the heat energy is transferred to the heating system, ensuring efficient hot water preparation and room heating throughout the house.
In this way, a water-bearing fireplace not only provides more comfort, but also increases your security of supply.
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Energy-saving heating - with a water-bearing fireplace that supplies the whole house
A fireplace as a water-bearing model offers you more than just atmospheric flames. Thanks to state-of-the-art technology, the heat generated is not only used in the room where the fire is installed. Part of the energy from the flue gas is stored in a buffer tank and made available for the central heating system.
This allows you to get the most out of the firewood - good for the environment, good for your wallet.
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Heat
Water-bearing wood-burning stoves are integrated into the heating system of your home. In water-bearing wood-burning stoves, there is a so-called "heat exchanger" above the combustion chamber. This ensures that otherwise unused energy from the flue gas can be efficiently stored and used in other ways.
Wondering how this works? The heating water flows "cold" into the heat exchanger via a pipe system and is heated there by the energy of the flue gas. The water heated in this way is transferred to a water tank - the buffer tank. It is stored there and can be used in other rooms via the heating pipe system, even with a time delay.
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Expert knowledge at first hand
How exactly does a water-bearing stove work? What needs to be considered when planning?
Daniel Przybyl, Head of Product Management at Spartherm, explains in an interview what is important and what advantages the system offers.
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The power of flexibility - versatile fireplace solutions
At Spartherm, you will find a wide range of water-bearing fireplace solutions. Whether you are looking for a wood-burning stove, a fireplace system or a fireplace insert as a water-bearing variant, you will find the right solution with us. Our models not only impress with their high energy efficiency, but also with their attractive design. With efficient technology and timeless design, they combine function and living comfort.
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Our product advisor will help you find the right water-bearing fireplace quickly and easily - tailored to your wishes and technical requirements.
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Sustainable heating, comfortable living - a look inside the Jachens family's home
The Jachens family shows just how much comfort, efficiency and independence a water-bearing fireplace can offer:
In their home near Bremen, the ambiente a4 H₂O not only supplies the living room with pleasant warmth - but also large parts of the house with hot water via a buffer tank.
Read our home story to find out how the project was planned, what challenges they faced and how the family heats their home today.
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Water-bearing fireplaces can be perfectly combined with a heat pump or solar thermal system. Both systems feed into the same buffer cylinder - for an efficient heat supply all year round.
- With a solar thermal system: In summer, the sun provides heated water, in winter the fireplace takes over.
- With a heat pump: This covers the basic heating requirements - the fireplace supplements the system and provides additional heat in winter.
You can find out more about the benefits of a water-bearing fireplace in our blog.
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Why a fireplace with a water pocket from Spartherm®?
Our water-bearing stoves and fireplace inserts are characterized by outstanding workmanship and innovative technology. Thanks to continuous further development and the use of state-of-the-art firing technology, our products not only offer an impressive flame pattern, but also maximum efficiency. The use of high-quality materials and precise manufacturing guarantee durability and reliability.
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Since our company was founded in 1986, we have been constantly developing innovations in the field of combustion technology for wood-burning stoves. With over 35 years of experience, we develop new solutions that meet the highest technical and aesthetic standards and specifications.
Our many years of expertise and our commitment to excellent workmanship also make us one of the leading manufacturers of water-bearing wood-burning stoves - a piece of state-of-the-art technology and the result of decades of know-how and precision craftsmanship.
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The most important questions about fireplaces
and heating at a glance.
How does a water-bearing stove work?
A water-bearing stove - or a stove with a water pocket - is a special wood-burning stove which, in addition to emitting heat to the room in which it is installed, also heats water and feeds it into the home's heating system. The heat from the flue gas heats water in the heat exchanger, which is then fed into the house's heating circuit via a pipe system to support the central heating system and provide hot water.
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What are the advantages of a water-bearing fireplace?
A wood-burning stove with a water pocket enables efficient use of the heat generated. This is not only used to heat the living space, but also for heating and hot water preparation. This saves heating costs and protects the environment.
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Can I have a water-bearing stove retrofitted?
Yes, in many cases it is possible to retrofit a wood-burning stove as a water-bearing model into an existing heating system. However, it is important to seek advice from a specialist beforehand to ensure that the installation is carried out professionally and that all requirements are met.
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Are water-bearing stoves environmentally friendly?
Compared to other heating methods, water-bearing stoves are considered a more environmentally friendly heating option, as they are powered by wood as a renewable resource and emit very little CO2. They also enable more efficient use of the heat energy generated.
How large must the buffer tank be?
It is best to consult a specialist dealer in your area. As a specialist, he can carry out an exact calculation and determine the right size of buffer tank.
A combination of a solar thermal system and a water-bearing stove, for example, can also be very useful. Both require a buffer cylinder, but usually work at different times.
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What maintenance should I plan for?
A water-bearing stove should be serviced regularly to ensure optimum performance and safety. This includes cleaning the combustion chamber, flue pipe and heat exchanger as well as checking the seals and safety devices in the system. It is advisable to have maintenance carried out by a qualified specialist.
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Are there subsidies for water-bearing stoves?
Yes, in many cases there are government subsidy programs or grants for the installation of environmentally friendly heating systems such as water-bearing stoves. We therefore recommend contacting the regional authorities or energy agencies to find out about possible funding opportunities. Your local specialist dealer can provide you with the best possible support.
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Do you have any further questions?
We have compiled frequently asked questions and answers for you in our detailed FAQs. Here you will find answers to topics such as fuels, planning your stove, choosing the right stove or important terms and questions relating to the operation of a stove.
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