What Are the Dangers of Coal Burning Stoves in the Home ...
The reason wood stoves and coal stoves are vented through chimneys is because burning wood or coal creates smoke. In an efficient, airtight stove, this smoke is minimal, but it still isn''t something that you want in the house. A coal stove that isn''t properly vented can be subject to backdrafts that can fill the house with toxic coal fumes.