Description
Small footprint, strong heat: that is the idea behind the Hydrofire Stella. This steel wood fireplace stands just 63.8 cm high and 56.7 cm wide, yet it delivers 11kW and is rated for a heating area of about 105 m2. It is a smart pick for a lounge where floor space matters but you still want the room properly warm.
Hydrofire Stella Wood Fireplace Features
Three-stage combustion
The Stella controls its air in three stages. A vent low on the door lets air in beneath the grate to get the logs going. Secondary air burns off gases above the logs and also sweeps the glass. A row of tertiary air holes at the back of the firebox finishes the burn, so more of each log turns into heat and less goes up the flue as smoke.
Glass you can actually see through
The secondary air is pre-heated and directed down the inside of the door. That air wash keeps soot off the glass for longer, so you spend more time watching the fire and less time cleaning.
An efficient 11kW wood fireplace
At 80% efficiency the Stella makes good use of your firewood. Steady heat from fewer logs adds up over a Cape winter, and the precise air controls let you run it gently in the evening or hard on a cold morning.
Thick steel build
The body is made from heavy steel plate and weighs 70 kg. It is built to European design and Eco-Design rules, and the 150 mm flue leaves from the top for a simple, straight install.
Is the Stella fireplace right for your home?
Hydrofire gives the Stella a heating area of about 105 m2, so it suits a medium to large lounge or a modest open-plan space. Large windows, high ceilings or a draughty older home will reduce that, so share your room size with us and we will check the match. You can also browse our other freestanding fireplaces.
Installation in Cape Town
Our team supplies and installs the Stella with a 150 mm flue, cowl and flashing chosen for Cape wind and winter rain, and we provide the compliance certificate. Learn more about our fireplace installation in Cape Town, explore the Hydrofire range, or read our guide to proven Hydrofire models.
Hydrofire Stella FAQs
How big a room can the Hydrofire Stella heat?
Hydrofire rates it at about 105 m2. In practice that covers a good sized lounge or an open-plan living area with a normal ceiling height. We always confirm with your actual room size first.
Is the Stella fire good for a small lounge?
Its body is compact, but 11kW is a lot of heat for a small closed room. In a lounge under about 40 m2 you would run it low most of the time, so we may suggest a smaller model.
Does the glass stay clean?
Yes, if you burn dry, seasoned wood. The pre-heated air wash sweeps the inside of the glass while the fire burns, which keeps soot build-up down.
Keen on the Stella? Request a quote or WhatsApp our team and we will plan your install.
