The Stovax Futura 8 Highline Wood Burning Stove is designed for homeowners seeking a larger, more powerful stove with a strong visual presence. As part of the Futura range, it combines advanced combustion technology with contemporary styling to deliver both performance and aesthetic appeal.
Its tall Highline body enhances the flame picture, positioning the fire higher within the room and creating a more prominent focal point, particularly suited to open-plan spaces or larger living areas.
Design & Visual Impact
The Highline design gives the stove a taller, more refined profile compared to standard models. This elevated structure improves flame visibility and adds a sense of height and elegance to the installation.
The large glass viewing window provides a wide, uninterrupted view of the flames, while the matt black finish ensures the stove complements modern interiors without overpowering the space.
Its clean lines and minimalist styling make it particularly suitable for contemporary homes, extensions and renovation projects.
Heat Output & Performance
With an 8kW nominal heat output, the Futura 8 Highline is designed to effectively heat larger rooms or open-plan living areas. It provides strong, consistent warmth while maintaining efficient fuel consumption.
The stove achieves an efficiency rating of approximately 76.4%, ensuring a significant proportion of fuel is converted into usable heat.
Wood Burning Efficiency
As a dedicated wood burning stove, the Futura 8 Highline is engineered to burn logs efficiently using a fixed grate system. Wood burns most effectively on a bed of ash, and this design helps maximise combustion performance while reducing waste.
This makes it an excellent choice for those who prefer the natural aesthetics and sustainability of wood fuel.
Cleanburn & Airwash Technology
The stove incorporates Stovax’s advanced Cleanburn technology, introducing pre-heated air into the combustion chamber to burn off excess gases and particles. This improves efficiency while reducing emissions.
An integrated Airwash system directs a flow of air across the glass, helping to keep it clean and maintain a clear view of the flames.
EcoDesign & DEFRA Compliance
The Futura 8 Highline is fully compliant with SIA EcoDesign standards, ensuring it meets modern requirements for low emissions and high efficiency. It is also DEFRA approved, allowing it to be used in smoke control areas when burning wood.
These certifications make it a responsible and future-proof heating solution for UK homes.
Installation & Practical Features
The stove features a 5″ (125mm) flue outlet and is designed for flexible installation within a range of fireplace settings. As a Cool Hearth appliance, it can be installed on a 12mm hearth, simplifying installation requirements in many modern homes.
Its robust construction and high-quality materials ensure long-term durability and reliable performance.
Key Features at a Glance
- 8kW nominal heat output
- 76.4% efficiency
- Highline tall design for enhanced flame view
- Large glass viewing window
- Cleanburn technology for improved combustion
- Airwash system for cleaner glass
- DEFRA approved for smoke control areas
- SIA EcoDesign compliant
- Wood burning appliance (dedicated log burner)
- Cool Hearth compatible (12mm hearth installation)
- Contemporary matt black finish
- 10-year manufacturer-backed warranty
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Stovax
- Model: Futura 8 Highline
- Product Type: Wood Burning Stove
- Heat Output: 8kW
- Efficiency: 76.4%
- Fuel Type: Wood logs
- DEFRA Approved: Yes
- EcoDesign Ready: Yes
- Flue Diameter: 125mm (5″)
- Dimensions (D x W x H): 425mm x 609mm x 1000mm
- Colour: Matt Black
- Warranty: 10 Years
Who Is This Best Suited For?
The Stovax Futura 8 Highline is ideal for homeowners with larger living spaces or open-plan layouts who require a higher heat output stove. Its tall design and wide flame view make it particularly suited to installations where the stove is intended to act as a central visual feature.
With modern styling and high efficiency, it is well suited to contemporary homes and renovation projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this stove be used in smoke control areas?
Yes, the Futura 8 Highline is DEFRA approved for use in smoke control zones when burning wood.
What size room is an 8kW stove suitable for?
An 8kW stove is typically suitable for larger rooms or open-plan living spaces, depending on insulation levels.
Does this stove burn multi-fuel?
No, this is a dedicated wood burning stove designed specifically for burning logs.
How does the Airwash system work?
The Airwash system directs airflow across the glass to help keep it clean and maintain a clear flame view.
Is a 12mm hearth suitable?
Yes, as a Cool Hearth appliance it can be installed on a 12mm hearth, subject to installation guidelines.
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Downloads:
- Futura 8 Installation Instruction Manual: Futura Range Installation Instructions
- Futura 8 User Instructions: Futura Range User Instructions
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