On Wed, 14 Nov 2007 08:31:07 -0600, HerHusband
wrote:

We have a small woodstove (Lopi Patriot model) and as anyone who uses a
woodstove knows, the air gets very dry when we use it. Dry eyes, dry noses,
and static electricity. So, I'd like to buy a steamer to set on the stove
to add moisture back into the air.

Unfortunately, all of the steamers and kettles I have seen are rather large
and wouldn't fit on the top of our small woodstove very nicely.

So, I'm curious if anyone knows where I could find a SMALL steamer (to fit
on a 6" ledge), or what other options I might have for setting on the
stove. I don't have a lot of money right now, so I'd prefer something under
$50. It should also be black to match the stove, it shouldn't rust or leave
marks on the stove, and it shouldn't be damaged if it runs out of water.

I'm currently using a glass pyrex dish which has helped with the air
situation, but doesn't look very attractive. I'm also worried about it
cracking when I need to add more water, and don't know what would happen if
it ran dry.

Thanks,

Anthony

Your Pyrex dish sounds perfect--easy to clean, easy to see water
level, fairly easy to clean, no rust, inexpensive. If glass is hot
and dry never get it wet until it completely cools to room
temperature. I bought a tea kettle (for $1 at Goodwill) to use a wood
steamer for my shop--still works well after 12 years of use.