
Overview
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The Drolet Escape 1800 wood stove on legs with brushed nickel door (model DB03112) is the dressed-up version of the mid-to-large heater in Drolet's Escape line. It heats 500 to 2,100 sq ft with a maximum heat output of 75,000 BTU/h, takes logs up to 20" and is rated for burn times up to 8 hours. It is EPA 2020 certified at 2.3 g/h emissions, with an average overall efficiency of 72% (HHV) and an optimum overall efficiency of 79%. Cast iron legs with an ash drawer, a brushed nickel overlay on the cast iron door frame, a 5/16" steel top, a top heat exchanger that pushes heat into the room and side panels that cut wall clearances.
Brushed nickel door vs. black door
The brushed nickel door is purely a styling choice. The firebox, output, burn time, emissions, clearances and accessories are identical to the Escape 1800 on legs with black door (DB03105), and the same stove also comes on a pedestal with black door (DB03102). Choose the nickel door if you want a lighter accent that picks up stainless or nickel hardware in the room; choose black if you want the stove to read as one piece and save $80; compare the ship dates shown on each page. Overall size is the same on legs: about 26 1/8" wide, 25 7/8" deep and 30 1/4" high.
Size, firebox and burn time
The Escape 1800 is sized for homes of about 1,000 to 2,100 sq ft, ideally open plans where heat can travel from the living room into a kitchen, hallway or stairwell. Drolet's heating area assumes a power outage and a minimum comfortable temperature, so insulation, layout and climate all move it; for a single room under about 1,000 sq ft, a smaller model from our wood stove collection will burn cleaner.
The firebox holds 2.4 cu ft overall (1.95 cu ft EPA loading volume) and takes logs up to 20" loaded east-west; Drolet recommends 16" splits, the length used in its EPA testing. The door opening is 17 1/2" x 9", with ceramic glass kept clear by an airwash. Under EPA test conditions the overall heat output runs from 14,200 to 44,500 BTU/h, low to high, and Drolet rates the maximum at 75,000 BTU/h with a dense load of dry cordwood. The 8-hour maximum burn time is a best case; dry hardwood and a full east-west load get you closest.
Escape 1800 vs. Blue Ridge 300L vs. Escape 2100
The Englander Blue Ridge 300L is built on the same SBI platform and its manual lists the same performance figures. The real difference is installation: the Escape 1800's side panels let it sit 16" from a side wall, where the Blue Ridge 300L needs 22" (USA), and its double-wall corner clearance is 7" versus 12". If you need more stove, the Drolet Escape 2100 steps up to a bigger firebox and longer burns.
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| Drolet Escape 1800 (legs, nickel door) | Englander Blue Ridge 300L | Drolet Escape 2100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating area | 500–2,100 sq ft | 500–2,100 sq ft | 1,000–2,700 sq ft |
| Max heat output | 75,000 BTU/h | 75,000 BTU/h | 110,000 BTU/h |
| Firebox (overall / EPA) | 2.4 / 1.95 cu ft | 2.4 / 1.95 cu ft | 3.5 / 2.88 cu ft |
| Max log length | 20" | 20" | 22" |
| Max burn time | 8 hours | 8 hours | 10 hours |
| Emissions / efficiency (HHV) | 2.3 g/h / 72% | 2.3 g/h / 72% | 1.6 g/h / 71% |
Compare the ship dates shown on each product page before you decide.
Blower option
A blower isn't required; the Escape 1800 heats by radiation and natural convection on its own. To move more warm air into adjoining rooms, add the Drolet 130 CFM variable-speed blower (AC03095), the blower listed in the Escape 1800 parts list (the smaller 100 CFM AC02050 does not fit this stove). Pair it with the Quick Connect Thermodisc (AC02055) so it switches on when the stove is hot and off when it cools.
Venting and installation
The Escape 1800 has a 6" flue outlet and uses 6" connector pipe. It must connect to a UL 103 HT (2,100°F) factory-built chimney or a code-approved masonry chimney with a flue liner, at least 12 ft tall. See our wood stove chimney and stovepipe guide and 6" stove pipe kits. In the USA, double-wall connector pipe lets the stove sit 6" from the rear wall instead of 11" with single-wall pipe; adding the AC02762 modular wall heat shield with double-wall pipe brings it to 3" rear, 4" side and 3" corner. See the clearance table below. For a mobile home, Drolet requires a fresh air kit and forbids single-wall pipe; the leg model uses the 5" fresh air intake kit for stoves on legs (AC01211).
Floor protection
Unless the stove sits on a non-combustible floor such as concrete, it needs a continuous non-combustible ember pad; no R-value is required. In the USA, the pad extends 16" in front of the door opening and 8" to each side. Shop our hearth pads; the 46 3/4" x 54" pads shown with this stove cover its footprint plus the required extensions.
Why buy the Drolet Escape 1800 from StoveSource
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- Real help with sizing, clearances and venting: email info@stovesource.com or text 1-888-866-8206.
- Heats 500 to 2,100 sq ft with 75,000 BTU/h maximum output
- EPA 2020 certified at 2.3 g/h average particulate emissions
- 79% optimum overall efficiency (72% HHV / 77% LHV average)
- Up to 8 hours burn time — 2.4 ft³ firebox (1.95 ft³ EPA load)
- Accepts logs up to 20" — east-west loading
- Overall size on legs: 26 1/8" W (leg spread) × 25 7/8" D × 30 1/4" H
- Side panels reduce clearances to combustible materials
- Top heat exchanger redirects heat forward for better room coverage
- Heavy duty 5/16" steel top with stainless steel heat shield
- Certified for mobile home and alcove installation
Installation
Clearance to Combustibles (USA)
| Single-wall connector | Double-wall connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear wall | 11" | 6" |
| Side wall | 16" | 16" |
| Corner | 10" | 7" |
| Minimum ceiling height (from floor) | 84" | 84" |
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Specifications
| Fuel Type | Dry cordwood (20" maximum) |
|---|---|
| Heating Area | 500–2,100 sq ft |
| Max Heat Output | 75,000 BTU/h (21.98 kW) |
| Overall Heat Output Range | 14,200–44,500 BTU/h (4.16–13.04 kW) |
| Average Emissions | 2.3 g/h |
| Average CO Emissions | 69 g/h |
| Overall Efficiency | 77% (LHV) / 72% (HHV) |
| Optimum Overall Efficiency | 79% |
| Optimum Heat Transfer Efficiency | 76% |
| Firebox Volume (overall) | 2.4 ft³ |
| Firebox Volume (EPA loading) | 1.95 ft³ |
| Firebox Interior (W × H × D) | 21" × 12" × 16 1/2" |
| Max Log Length | 20" (east-west loading) |
| Recommended Log Length | 16" (east-west) |
| Door Opening (W × H) | 17 1/2" × 9" |
| Max Burn Time | 8 hours |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 26 1/8" × 25 7/8" × 30 1/4" |
| Base | Cast iron legs with ash drawer |
| Door | Cast iron frame with brushed nickel overlay, ceramic glass |
|---|---|
| Steel Thickness (top) | 5/16" with stainless steel heat shield |
| Baffle Material | Vermiculite |
| Flue Outlet Diameter | 6" |
| Recommended Chimney Diameter | 6" |
| Minimum Chimney Height | 12 ft |
| Chimney Type | CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2,100°F) |
| Combustion Technology | Non-catalytic |
| Glass Type | Ceramic glass with airwash system |
| Side Panels | Included — reduce clearances to combustibles |
| Optional Blower | AC03095 variable speed, up to 130 CFM |
| Alcove Installation | Approved |
| Mobile Home Installation | Approved with fresh air intake |
| Certification (emissions) | EPA 2020, CSA B415.1-10 |
| Certification (safety) | ULC S627, UL 1482, UL 737 |
| Shipping Weight | 375 lbs (170 kg) |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
| Made In | Canada and USA |
Shipping & Returns
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Returns. Unused, uninstalled units in original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Appliance returns are subject to a $300 return freight charge plus a 15% restocking fee. Units that have been fired or installed cannot be returned. Accessories and parts carry a 15% restocking fee.
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Frequently asked questions
Not sure what size you need? Use our quick sizing calculator to get a recommendation for your space: Stove Sizing Calculator
https://www.drolet.ca/file/DB03112_Escape%201800%20sur%20pattes.pdf
The key dimensions, door opening (17 1/2" x 9") and firebox volume are also listed in the Specifications section on this page.
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