Osburn 950 Wood Stove | OB00950

Osburn 950 Wood Stove | Model OB00950

The Osburn 950 OB00950 is a small freestanding wood stove for compact rooms, cottages and cabins where a large heater would be out of scale. Its slim footprint, warm fire view and practical firebox make it an appealing choice when supplemental heat matters but usable floor space is limited.

The 950 combines high-density firebrick with a C-Cast-based combustion system, a top heat deflector and side panels designed to manage clearances. Ceramic air-wash glass allows the fire to remain a feature of the room, while the compact door and firebox support shorter fuel loads appropriate to this stove's size.

Who Is the Osburn 950 Best Suited For?

The Osburn 950 is a compact wood stove intended for small cottages, cabins and modest rooms where a full-size heater could take too much floor space or produce more heat than is comfortable. Its manufacturer-published range of roughly 250 to 1,200 square feet provides context for the smaller format. A shorter maximum log length and five-hour published maximum burn time mean the refueling routine is different from larger 1700, 2000 and 3500 models; choose it for an appropriate heat load, not merely its appealing compact appearance.

Measure the desired hearth location as carefully as you would for a larger wood stove. The smaller body still needs the required floor protection, 6-inch chimney and certified clearances for its actual configuration. Osburn has listed multiple 950-related SKUs over time, including a separate 950 N variant; confirm that the item being supplied is OB00950 and that the manuals and accessories match it. Because the official product-detail link has been inconsistent, verify current availability and model documentation with the supplier before publication or sale.

Why Choose the Osburn 950 Wood Stove?

• Compact footprint for smaller heating areas
• 1.8 cu. ft. firebox and ceramic glass door
• High-density firebrick and top heat deflector
• Air-wash viewing glass and side heat shielding
• Non-catalytic combustion with 6-inch flue outlet

Osburn 950 Wood Stove Specifications

• Manufacturer model: OB00950
• Manufacturer-recommended heating area: 250-1,200 sq. ft.
• Fuel: Dry cordwood (manufacturer recommends 16" pieces)
• Maximum heat output using dry cordwood: 45,000 BTU/h
• Tested overall heat output range: 12,124-26,700 BTU/h
• Maximum published burn time: Up to 5 hours
• Overall firebox volume: 1.8 cu. ft.
• EPA test loading volume: 1.55 cu. ft.
• Maximum log length: 17"
• Average overall efficiency (HHV): 74%
• Average overall efficiency (LHV): 79%
• Optimum overall efficiency: 80%
• Average particulate emissions: 1.8 g/h
• Overall dimensions (W x H x D): 20 1/4" x 28 7/8" x 27 7/8"
• Firebox interior dimensions (W x H x D): 14 1/4" x 11 3/4" x 19 1/8"
• Viewing glass size (W x H): 10 1/4" x 8 7/8"
• Door construction: Single glass door, cast iron frame
• Shipping weight: 317 lb
• Flue outlet diameter: 6"
• Manufacturer minimum chimney height: 12 ft; verify complete installation requirements
• Blower: Optional blower
• Mobile home approval: Yes
• Combustion technology: Non-catalytic
• EPA listing: EPA 2020 approved (per manufacturer Specs/Manual)
• Manufacturer warranty: Limited lifetime; see written warranty for terms

Manufacturer figures are reference values, not guaranteed heating results. Maximum BTU output, tested output rates and burn-time estimates use different conditions; real performance depends on fuel quality, chimney draft, climate, home heat loss and operating settings. Confirm all dimensions and listed installation clearances in the current manual before ordering.

Installation and Compatibility

Confirm all hearth and chimney requirements for the specific model and listing. Osburn offers a separate 950 N variant, so verify that manuals and ordered accessories match SKU OB00950 rather than OB00951.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Osburn 950 heat a large house?

It is not designed as a large-capacity whole-home heater. Osburn's published range is 250 to 1,200 square feet, and actual performance depends on insulation, climate and the room arrangement.

How long can the 950 burn between loads?

Osburn publishes up to 5 hours as its maximum burn time, not a guaranteed interval. Expect real results to vary by fuel quality, draft and desired heat level.

Is OB00950 the same as the Osburn 950 N?

Do not assume that. Osburn has also listed a separate 950 N identifier. Confirm the active model number, installation documents and included components before ordering.

Osburn Manuals and PDF Resources

• Osburn Wood Stove Owner's Manual Part 1 of 2 (PDF)
• Osburn 950 Wood Stove Owner's Manual Part 2 of 2 (PDF)
• Osburn 950 Wood Stove Dimensions (PDF)

Questions about fireplace fit, venting or compatible accessories? Contact WoodStovePro at info@woodstovepro.com or 888-418-0005 before placing your order.

California residents: Review Proposition 65 information before purchasing.

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