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A Partner From Concept to Completion

We work alongside designers, architects, builders, and other trade professionals throughout the Central Coast, providing product expertise, design support, specifications, and access to a carefully curated collection of premium brands. Since 1982, Woodstove & Sun has been a trusted resource for designers, architects, builders, and contractors throughout the Central Coast. Our experienced team provides product expertise, design assistance, and technical support to help bring your projects to life. From initial concepts and product selection to specifications and installation coordination, we're here to make the process easier every step of the way.

HOW WE SUPPORT YOUR PROJECTS

Are you ready to bring warmth, style, and comfort into your home? Whether you need a wood stove, gas stove, pellet stove, or electric fireplace, we specialize in stunning fireplaces that will be the heart of your home.

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Help identifying the right fireplace, grill, outdoor appliance, cabinetry, or fire feature for the project's design and performance requirements.

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We have curated our outdoor patio product lineup so we can offer the most durable, highest quality, lowest maintenance options available, with styles for every taste and unmatched quality to last through every season.

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Access to installation manuals, specifications, clearances, contact with manufacturers, parts and warrenty, installation and service.

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Layout assistance, cabinetry design, appliance selection, finish coordination, and detailed proposals for custom outdoor kitchens.

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Showroom Meetings

Meet with your clients in our Santa Cruz showroom to compare products, see finishes, and experience more than 50 burning fireplace displays in person.

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A Familiar Face for Your Projects

At Woodstove & Sun, our team brings decades of experience, product knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping people create spaces they love. First and foremost, we're a group of people who enjoy working together and taking care of our customers. We take pride in what we do, value great service, and love helping bring each project to life.

Chase Rubin

Design & Product Specialist

Chase specializes in working with our local designers, architects, contractors, and other trade professionals. Whether you need specifications for a project, help selecting a product, or want to bring a client into the showroom, he'll help make the process straightforward.

Miranda Lima

Outdoor Kitchen Designer

Miranda grew up in the hearth industry and has been part of the Woodstove & Sun team since 2020. As an outdoor kitchen designer and hearth specialist, she's known for her attention to detail and loves helping customers create beautiful, thoughtfully designed spaces.

Allison Lima

Outdoor Kitchen Designer

Chase specializes in working with our local designers, architects, contractors, and other trade professionals. Whether you need specifications for a project, help selecting a product, or want to bring a client into the showroom, he'll help make the process straightforward.

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Have a Wood Burning Stove

September 22, 2026
As energy costs in the Monterey Bay continue to rise, many homeowners are looking for reliable and sustainable heating options for their homes. Although wood stoves have been used for centuries, today’s models use catalytic technology to achieve near carbon neutrality. Here are some of the key benefits of using a wood-burning stove in today’s home.
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How to Replace Your Wood Stove

September 19, 2026
A modern wood stove, wood stove insert, or wood-burning fireplace is an excellent choice as a primary source of heat for your home. Heating your home with a modern wood stove is cost-effective and eco-friendly, while also adding warmth and charm to your living space. Unlike traditional open wood-burning fireplaces that produce minimal heat, modern EPA-certified wood stoves are designed to be a primary heating sources, offering extended burn times, precise air controls, and improved efficiency.
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How to Choose the Perfect Gas Fireplace Insert for Your Home

September 17, 2026
Traditional fireplaces may look charming, but they’re often inefficient and can draw heat out of your home instead of warming it. By installing a gas fireplace insert, you can transform your old wood-burning fireplace into a highly efficient heating solution that adds both warmth and style to your living space. Gas inserts are particularly popular due to their convenience, clean-burning efficiency, and ability to create a cozy ambiance. Here's what you need to know to choose the best option for your home. 
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Best Outdoor Furniture Materials for Monterey's Coastal Climate: Outdoor Furniture Store Guide

By Chase Rubin • August 18, 2026
Find the best outdoor furniture store serving Monterey, CA. Woodstove & Sun carries coastal-grade POLYWOOD and more. Beat salt air and fog. Get a free quote today.
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