Soapstone Masonry Heaters:

Why Soapstone? 

The practice of heating stone for its warmth retention qualities has long been known. Stretching back to ancient times, man used heated stones to keep warm and to cook food.  Now, Dorado Soapstone combines this long-known practice with state of the art engineering, technology and design to bring you the finest heating source in the world… a soapstone masonry heater. 

Many of our customers ask what makes a Dorado Soapstone masonry heater so special and so different from traditional wood stoves, even those wrapped in soapstone. The first answer lies in the way heat is transferred to the surrounding area by a soapstone masonry heater versus a traditional wood stove. With a Dorado Soapstone masonry heater, most of the heat is transferred to the living area by radiation rather than convection. Instead of heating the air directly the radiation warms the solid surfaces in the room and will even pass through walls and warm adjacent rooms.

The second answer lies in the extreme efficiency of our units and their minimal pollution to our environment. Our masonry heaters function at roughly double the efficiency of a traditional stove and because of our multiple combustion chamber design emit drastically less environmental pollution.  We encourage you to learn more about the benefits of a Dorado Soapstone masonry heater to the environment and your health.  The purchase of a soapstone fireplace, or masonry heater, is a decision that will improve your lives for years to come.   We are thrilled that you are considering the wonder of radiant soapstone heat for your home. 

A soapstone block heater absorbs the heat of an open fire rapidly, but releases it slowly over time to keep your hearth warm.  Another great characteristic of a soapstone masonry heater is that they can burn nearly any type of fuel, and the stone holds and radiates heat long after that fuel as been completely consumed.   

Soapstone masonry heaters are quickly becoming all the rage in home heating.  They're the safest, most efficient, and most proficient way to heat your home this winter.

A soapstone masonry heater radiates heat steadily, long after your fire has died down.  Soapstone holds twice as much heat per pound as iron or steel.  The warm grain and color of soapstone masonry heaters make them beautiful pieces of furniture you can build a room around.   

Time-honored concepts with today's technology...soapstone heaters and ovens burn brilliant and hot in the firebox, and as the hot gases inside circulate through channels, the mass of soapstone stores and radiates the warmth for over twelve hours. These healthy and clean fireplaces and heaters are regarded as the best in efficient and environmentally sound home heating. 

We can also help you design a custom unit to fit your home and the needs of your family. Please contact us by phone or email with all your questions.  We would love the opportunity to discuss the wonder of our masonry heaters with you.

Dorado Soapstone gives you the freedom and opportunity to show off your own personal style through a beautiful and unique masonry heater of your choice. If you are interested in your own personal custom unit, we offer complete design services. We have locations throughout the United States and offer shipping and installation throughout North America.  Because our stone is quarried and manufactured in North America, we provide the best turn around time in the industry on standard and custom designed units.