Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro
Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro is a non-catalytic wood stove from Stove Builder International certified at 2 g/hr particulate emissions with 76% HHV efficiency and a 14,300–50,200 BTU/h output range.
| Appliance type | wood-stove |
|---|---|
| Combustion technology | Non-Catalytic Stove |
| Certified fuel | Cord Wood |
| Covered model numbers | Bistro Series (Bistro, Gusto, Pyra, 600, HEC240, IW600) |
| Emission rate | 2 g/hr |
|---|---|
| Carbon monoxide | 1 g/min |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 76 % |
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| Heat output (low) | 14300 BTU/h |
|---|---|
| Heat output (high) | 50200 BTU/h |
| Firebox volume | 2.26 cu ft |
| 25C tax credit eligible (≥75% HHV) | Yes |
|---|---|
| 2020 NSPS compliant | Yes |
| Currently in production | Yes |
| EPA certification number | 337-22 |
What space does the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro suit?
- Its 50,200 BTU/h peak output covers roughly 1,450–2,000 sq ft at the 25–35 BTU/h-per-square-foot rule of thumb — see the sizing calculator to adjust for your insulation and climate.
- The 2.26 cu ft firebox puts it in the mid-size home class.
- Rough fuel use: about 2.3 cords per season at the midpoint of its output range (8 burn-hours/day, 150-day season, 22 MMBtu/cord — see methodology).
- Certified burning Cord Wood — the test fuel closest to real-world firewood.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro EPA certified?
Yes, the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro is on the EPA's current list of certified wood heaters (certification number 337-22) and meets the 2020 NSPS Step 2 emission limits.
What is the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro's emission rate?
The Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro is certified at 2 grams of particulates per hour (tested with cord wood). Real-world emissions depend heavily on fuel moisture and operation — the lab figure assumes seasoned fuel and correct air settings.
How many square feet can the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro heat?
Roughly 1,450–2,000 sq ft, estimated from its 50,200 BTU/h peak output at 25–35 BTU/h per square foot. Insulation, climate, ceiling height, and floor plan move this figure substantially in both directions.
Does the Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro qualify for a federal tax credit?
No — the federal 25C credit for biomass stoves was terminated for property placed in service after December 31, 2025. The Stove Builder International Bistro Series (Bistro's certified efficiency is 76% HHV, which met the credit's ≥75% HHV threshold while it existed. State and local incentive programs may still apply — check your state energy office and air district.
Sources
- cfpub.epa.gov (retrieved 2026-07-23)