The Contura 996 Style wood burning stove is a tall 6 kW stove designed to combine strong heating performance with wider flame visibility. Its raised firebox and generous side glass panels give the fire more presence in the room, helping the stove act as both an efficient heat source and a clear focal point within the interior.

This model is built around height, visibility and everyday practicality. The tall firebox lifts the flames further off the ground, which improves the sightline to the fire and gives the stove a more commanding stance without increasing the footprint. The side glass panels extend the flame view beyond the front of the stove, making the fire more engaging from different positions in the room. The cast iron door gives the front a more classic feel while also providing the shape retention needed under repeated temperature change. A log compartment beneath the stove keeps fuel neatly stored, and the choice of a black painted aluminium top or black soapstone top allows the finish to be adapted to suit the room more closely.

In terms of performance, the 996 Style 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 fresh wood is added, and the Silent Sliding Ashtray and cool-touch handle improve day-to-day handling.

Key Features:

• Tall 6 kW wood burning stove
• Raised firebox
• Generous side glass panels
• Cast iron door
• 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
• Choice of black painted aluminium top or black soapstone top
• Top or rear chimney connection
• Available in black
• Maximum log length of 40 cm

Expert Insight

A tall stove with side glass changes the way the appliance works visually in the room. The raised firebox improves the main view of the flames, while the extra glazing widens that effect so the fire remains visible from more than one seating angle. That makes this type of model especially effective in open living areas where the stove is intended to be seen, not just used.

The Bypass Function is also an important operational detail, because smoke control during door opening has a direct effect on everyday usability. Accessories such as Powerstone may also be relevant where additional heat retention is part of the brief.

Suitability

The Contura 996 Style is well suited to living rooms, open-plan interiors and renovation projects where the stove is expected to be a visible focal point as well as an effective heating appliance. It is a strong choice for customers who want higher heat performance in a tall stove with a broader view of the fire and a more traditional cast iron front.

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 130 kg, takes logs up to 40 cm in length and is listed with accessories including Powerstone and floor protection.