{"product_id":"empire-gateway-3500-epa-certified-28-freestanding-wood-stove-wb35fs-tax-credit-qualified","title":"Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28\" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS (Tax Credit Qualified)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe class=\"zoom-modal__video\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4OnRhgb3aXQ?autoplay=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empire Gateway 3500 EPA Certified 28\" Freestanding Wood Stove WB35FS is built to provide exceptional heating performance for large homes while combining rugged durability with timeless wood-burning appeal. Featuring advanced non-catalytic combustion technology and EPA 2020 certification, this powerful freestanding stove produces up to 110,000 BTUs and efficiently heats spaces ranging from 1,000 to 2,700 square feet. Its generous 3.5 cubic foot firebox accommodates logs up to 22 inches long and delivers burn times of up to 10 hours, providing long-lasting warmth with fewer reloads. Finished in a durable metallic black coating, the Gateway 3500 offers classic styling that complements both traditional and rustic interiors. As a tax credit qualified model, it also provides additional value for eligible homeowners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for years of dependable service, the Gateway 3500 features a heavy-duty 5\/16-inch steel top that maximizes heat radiation while ensuring outstanding durability. High-density firebricks line the firebox to improve heat retention and distribution, while a premium ceramic baffle promotes efficient combustion and resists deterioration over time. The advanced air wash system continuously directs heated air across the ceramic glass to help keep the viewing window cleaner, allowing you to enjoy a clear view of the fire. A heavy-duty door latch creates a tight seal for efficient operation, and the simple one-lever air control makes it easy to adjust the burn rate for optimal performance and extended burn times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with homeowner convenience in mind, the Empire Gateway 3500 includes a removable ash pan with a fitted cover for clean, hassle-free ash disposal. With optimum efficiency reaching 77%, impressive 10-hour burn times, and clean-burning EPA-certified performance, this wood stove delivers economical, environmentally responsible heating throughout the coldest months of the year. Combining Empire's trusted craftsmanship, durable construction, and outstanding heating capacity, the Gateway 3500 is an ideal choice for homeowners seeking powerful, reliable warmth and lasting value.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGateway 2300 Wood Burning Stove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor Overlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedestal and Leg Sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermodisc Kit Quick Connect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVariable Speed Blower \u003c\/span\u003eKit\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFresh Air Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire Screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIFFEENT SIZES: \u003c\/strong\u003eAvailable in \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-gateway-1700-freestanding-24-metallic-black-wood-stove-wb17fs\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e24\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-gateway-2300-epa-certified-26-freestanding-wood-stove-wb23fs-tax-credit-qualified\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e26\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and 28\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAIR WASH SYSTEM:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHot air circulates through the stove and keeps dirt and debris from building up on the glass, maintaining clear view of the fire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDOOR LATCH:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe heavy duty door latch ensures your door seals tight every time for an efficient burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNO MESS ASH PAN:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe easy to remove ash pan includes a cover to keep dirt and debris contained, allowing easy, mess-free disposal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIMPLE CONTROL:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEasy to use one-lever control adjusts the burn rate to optimize burn times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDURABLE STEEL:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e5\/16\" thick steel top allows for extended heat radiation and adds lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHIGH HEAT BAFFLE:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe high heat ceramic baffle is made of high quality ceramic that won’t deteriorate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCERAMIC GLASS:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHigh temperature ceramic glass stands up to the changing temperatures inside the firebox.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFIREBRICK LINED:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHigh-density firebricks line the interior of the firebox, allowing for closer clearances and more heat distribution into the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGateway 3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetallic Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombustion Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Catalytic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry Cordwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEPA Certification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEPA 2020 Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirebox Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 cu. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeating Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 to 2,700 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBTU Ratings 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Location\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreestanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecorative Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic\/Traditional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jun_18_2026_02_25_23_PM_240x240.png?v=1781771144\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: 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and electronics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLIMITED 1 YEAR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePaint peeling, gaskets, insulation, ceramic fiber blankets, firebricks and other options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLIMITED 90 DAY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll parts replaced under warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eTax Credit Information\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Wood Stove is Eligible for the 26% Tax Credit Program\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e?75% HHV Efficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 26% tax credit is valid from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022. In 2023, the tax credit will remain in effect for the entire year, but the percentage steps down to a 22% tax credit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers will claim their tax credit when they file their taxes on IRS form 5695 under “Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit “. They will need their purchase receipt (showing the cost of product and installation).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers will also need the manufacturer certificate stating that the stove qualifies for the credit and is at least 75 percent efficient HHV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe credit applies to qualifying wood and pellet stoves and, unfortunately, not to the gas stoves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who have zero tax liability may not qualify for the tax credit. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's recommended to consult a qualified tax professional to determine if the customer is eligible to take advantage of this tax credit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Manufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_Logo.png?v=1781790141\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFounded in 1932, Empire Comfort Systems is a trusted American manufacturer of high-quality heating products known for their reliability, efficiency, and innovation. Family-owned and proudly made in the USA, Empire produces a wide range of fireplaces, gas log sets, room heaters, wall furnaces, and zone heating solutions designed to deliver dependable comfort and long-term value. Renowned for pioneering safety features such as Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) technology and for developing highly efficient heating systems, Empire continues to be a leading choice for homeowners seeking durable, energy-efficient, and easy-to-operate heating products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44679589330986,"sku":"WB35FS","price":3189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_Gateway_3500_EPA_Certified_28_Freestanding_Wood_Stove_WB35FS_Tax_Credit_Qualified.png?v=1786243749","url":"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-gateway-3500-epa-certified-28-freestanding-wood-stove-wb35fs-tax-credit-qualified","provider":"Ridge Flame","version":"1.0","type":"link"}