The Contura 956T Style wood burning stove is a compact 6 kW stove that combines strong heating performance with the distinctive look and heat-retaining benefits of a soapstone exterior. With a cast iron door, generous side glass panels and substantial stone cladding, it is designed to work as both an efficient heat source and a clear focal point within the room.

What sets this model apart is the way it layers different materials and functions into one compact format. The soapstone surround gives the stove a more natural, architectural presence and adds useful thermal mass, helping it continue to release warmth after the fire has reduced. The generous side glass panels widen the flame view, so the fire remains visible from more positions in the room, while the cast iron door adds a more classic front and the durability needed under repeated temperature change. The integrated log compartment beneath the stove keeps fuel neatly stored and supports everyday use without taking extra floor space. Available in black or grey, the 956T Style is suited to interiors that want more than a standard painted stove body.

In performance terms, the stove delivers 6 kW output, 85% efficiency and a maximum heating area of 150 m². The BPF – Bypass Function helps reduce the risk of smoke entering the room when the door is opened, while ASF – Automatic Start Function allows the stove to be lit with the door shut by controlling the start-up air through the grate. RBF – Refuelling Boost Function helps revive embers before refuelling, and the Silent Sliding Ashtray and cool-touch handle improve day-to-day operation.

Key Features:

• Compact 6 kW wood burning stove
• Soapstone exterior
• Heat-retaining stone construction
• Cast iron door
• Generous side glass panels
• 85% efficiency
• Maximum heating area of 150 m²
• BPF – Bypass Function to help minimise smoke entering the room
• ASF – Automatic Start Function
• RBF – Refuelling Boost Function
• SSA – Silent Sliding Ashtray
• Cool-touch handle
• Log compartment beneath the stove
• Available in black or grey
• Top or rear chimney connection
• Maximum log length of 40 cm

Expert Insight

Soapstone changes both the appearance and the way a stove releases heat. It absorbs warmth during the burn cycle and continues to radiate it after the flames have fallen back, which can create a steadier heat feel in the room. On a model with side glass like the 956T Style, that added material presence is balanced by a broader flame view, so the stove feels visually substantial without becoming closed off.

The Bypass Function is also a useful feature in everyday operation, particularly during refuelling, because smoke control when the door is opened is one of the most important practical details in real use. At 165 kg, this model is significantly heavier than the standard 956 versions, reflecting the added mass of the soapstone cladding.

Suitability

The Contura 956T Style is well suited to living rooms, renovation projects and everyday family spaces where a compact stove still needs to deliver strong output, a broad view of the fire and a more premium material finish. It is a strong choice for customers who want higher heat performance with the lasting warmth and visual depth of soapstone.

Installation / Technical Notes

This model supports chimney connection from above or behind, which can help with different flue layouts. It has a net weight of 165 kg, takes logs up to 40 cm in length and is listed with accessories including a hotplate, soft-close door and floor protection.