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Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS

Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS

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Our take on the Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS

The Empire Gateway 3500 is a large freestanding wood stove with a 3.5 cubic foot firebox that takes 22-inch logs and is rated at up to 110,000 BTUs, enough for roughly 1,000 to 2,700 square feet. It uses non-catalytic combustion with a ceramic baffle and EPA 2020 certification, and it is tax credit qualified. Burn times reach about 10 hours, so reloads are infrequent on cold nights. Against smaller sub-2 cubic foot stoves it trades a bigger footprint and longer warm-up for real whole-home output; against catalytic stoves it gives up some low-burn efficiency but avoids the cost and upkeep of a combustor.

Best forHeating a large open-plan or multi-room homeOwners who want long overnight burnsBuyers avoiding catalytic converter maintenanceCabins and rustic or traditional interiors
Pros
  • Large 3.5 cu ft firebox takes 22-inch logs
  • Up to 110,000 BTUs for 1,000–2,700 sq ft
  • Up to 10 hours between reloads
  • Non-catalytic design, no combustor to replace
  • 5/16-inch steel top and ceramic baffle for durability
  • Air wash helps keep the glass clearer
Cons
  • Big and heavy; needs clearance and a strong hearth
  • Non-catalytic stoves can be less efficient at low burn
  • Long burn times depend on dry, well-seasoned wood
  • Glass still soots on slow, smoky burns

Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS prices at every store

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About the Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS

The Empire Gateway 3500 is a 28-inch freestanding wood stove with non-catalytic combustion. It is EPA 2020 certified and rated at 110,000 BTUs. It heats spaces from 1,000 to 2,700 square feet. The finish is metallic black, in a classic, traditional style.

The firebox holds 3.5 cubic feet and takes logs up to 22 inches long. Burn times reach up to 10 hours. The firebox is lined with high-density firebricks, which retain heat and spread it into the room. The top is 5/16-inch steel. A ceramic baffle supports efficient combustion, and the door has ceramic glass. An air wash system sends heated air across the glass to keep the view of the fire clear.

A heavy-duty door latch seals the door tight. One lever adjusts the burn rate. The ash pan removes easily and has a cover to keep ash contained during disposal.

Model
Gateway 3500 (WB35FS)
Color
Metallic Black
Fuel
Dry cordwood
Combustion
Non-catalytic
Certification
EPA 2020 certified; tax credit qualified
Heat output
110,000 BTU (AWEIS)
Heating area
1,000 to 2,700 sq. ft.
Efficiency
Optimum 77%; average overall 71% HHV, 76% LHV
Firebox size
3.5 cu. ft.
Max log length
22 inches
Burn time
Up to 10 hours
Flue diameter
6 inches
Mounting
Freestanding
Style
Classic/Traditional
Dimensions
28" W x 25" D x 34" H
Top
5/16" thick steel
Firebox lining
High-density firebrick
Baffle
High-heat ceramic
Window
High-temperature ceramic glass with air wash
Required accessories
Door overlay; pedestal and leg sets
Optional accessories
Thermodisc Kit Quick Connect, Variable Speed Blower Kit, Fresh Air Kit, Fire Screen, Step Top
In the box
Wood stove

Questions and answers

How much space will the Gateway 3500 heat?
Empire rates it for 1,000 to 2,700 square feet at up to 110,000 BTUs. In a well-insulated, open layout it sits near the top of that range; in a drafty house expect the lower end.
Does it need a catalytic converter?
No. It uses non-catalytic combustion with a ceramic baffle and is EPA 2020 certified, so there is no combustor to replace.
What size logs does it take?
The 3.5 cubic foot firebox accepts logs up to 22 inches long. Split and season wood well for the longest burns.
How long does a load burn?
Empire claims up to 10 hours per load. Real burn times fall with damp wood, a small load or a high air setting.
Is it eligible for the wood stove tax credit?
Empire lists it as a tax credit qualified model. Confirm eligibility with a tax professional, since rules depend on your situation.
What comes with the stove?
The stove ships as a freestanding unit with firebrick lining, ceramic baffle and air wash glass. Venting, hearth pad and installation parts are separate.
Where is the Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS cheapest?
At Ridge Flame, for $3,189.00, as of our latest check.

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