What Size Stove Do I Need for My Campervan?
Choosing the right size stove for your campervan is an important part of planning your installation. Because campervans are relatively small spaces, a compact stove is usually the best option.
A stove that is too small may struggle to heat the van properly, while a stove that is too large can produce far more heat than the space needs.
Small spaces heat quickly
Campervans warm up much faster than houses or cabins. Once the stove is burning well, the heat quickly spreads through the interior of the van.
Because of this, most campervans only require a relatively small stove to stay warm. A compact stove running steadily usually provides the most comfortable heat.
Avoid installing a stove that is too large
A stove that produces too much heat can make the van uncomfortable.
Unlike houses where heat can spread into other rooms, a campervan is a compact space. A very powerful stove can quickly make the interior too hot, even during colder weather.
Smaller stoves are usually easier to manage and allow you to maintain a steady temperature.
Consider the size of your van
The size and layout of your van will influence the type of stove that works best.
Smaller vans often work best with very compact stoves, while larger conversions such as lutons or horseboxes may benefit from slightly larger models.
Insulation, window size and how often you use the van will also affect how much heat is required.
Choosing the right Little Burners stove
At Little Burners we design compact multi-fuel stoves for campervans and other small spaces. Different models suit different vehicles and living spaces.
Little Lenny
Little Lenny is perfect for weekend travellers or people who use their campervan for shorter trips. It provides comfortable heat in smaller vans without taking up too much space.
Lenny
Lenny is a great option for people who live in their vans full-time. It works particularly well in vans such as Mercedes Sprinters or smaller luton conversions where steady everyday heat is needed.
Florence
Florence is ideal for people living in their vans who like a little extra warmth. It works very well in larger conversions such as horseboxes and larger lutons where more heat output can be useful.
Dotty
Dotty is a fantastic choice for medium sized spaces. It works beautifully in a well-insulated 19ft luton (excluding the cab) with windows, and it is also a great stove for smaller shepherd huts.
Betty and Burt
Betty and Burt are designed for larger spaces. They are perfect for places such as summer houses, log cabins and larger shepherd huts where more heat is required.
Finding the right balance
In most campervans, a small stove running steadily provides the most comfortable heat. Rather than producing large bursts of heat, a compact stove allows you to maintain a warm and cosy space while using fuel efficiently.
Need help choosing the right stove?
If you’re unsure which stove would suit your campervan or small space, feel free to get in touch.
We’re always happy to help people plan their installations and choose the right stove for their setup.