What Does The Furnace Do In Stranded Deep? Need to Know

Introduction


Stranded Deep contains furnaces – essential for survival. They make structures, cooked food, and materials for shelters. Here’s all you need to know about furnaces in Stranded Deep:

What Does The Furnace Do In Stranded Deep

Image: Fire Spit Furnace

Furnace TypeMain UsesNecessary Materials
Fire SpitCooking FoodSticks and Items from Inventory
PitCooking Food & LightingGathered Sticks and Ground as Fire Starting Nodes
SmokerCooking & LightingConstruction: Pit + Lashing + Wood Plank
Locations:Sandy Beaches (low tide)

Plus, Fuel Still and Clay Furnace structures. With these, you can make fuel and clay objects.

Pro Tip: Click ‘Craft Item’ multiple times, when crafting with rawhide or leather items, for faster results!

Time to fire-make like a pro and cook without a blaze!

Understanding Furnace Basics


To understand furnace basics in Stranded Deep, let’s take a look at how to build one, what materials are needed, and where to place it. Building a furnace requires necessary materials, constructing it is straightforward, and it’s essential to find a suitable location to place it. In the following sub-sections, we’ll go over the materials required to build a furnace, how to construct it, and where to put it.

Necessary Materials to Build a Furnace

To build a top-notch furnace, here’s what you need:

  1. Refractory materials for insulation
  2. Fuels like coal and charcoal for consistent heat
  3. A blower to distribute heat evenly
  4. Metal pipes to pass hot gases safely
  5. Furnace cement to hold everything together
  6. Basic tools like gloves, hammers and chisels

Get yourself a trustworthy manual too, and ensure safety. Mishandling of dangerous parts can be risky. With these items, you can construct your own high-quality furnace. Use this newfound power wisely so you won’t waste time fixing issues later. Good luck!

How to Construct a Furnace

Constructing a furnace? It needs careful planning and execution. Here’s how:

  1. Choose a location that’s far away from flammables. Make sure it has proper ventilation, too.
  2. Pick the right fuel type – gas, electric or oil. Factor in availability and cost.
  3. Build the furnace body with firebrick or refractory cement. Insulate it to keep heat inside.
  4. Install components like burners, air intake systems, chimneys and temperature gauges.

A well-made furnace will last if you look after it. When designing, think of its intended use, fuel efficiency and safety features. Invest in upgrades like draft regulators or programmable thermostats for improved efficiency.

A family in our town once built a furnace following these guidelines. They used clay bricks and sand from the area. The furnace was so effective they cut their energy bills while keeping warm during winter.

Choose the perfect spot – not too hot, not too cold – so your furnace can do the job!

Suitable Location to Build a Furnace

Choosing the right place for a furnace is essential to keep it safe and efficient. Here are some factors to consider:

FactorDescription
VentilationEnsure the furnace is in an airy place so air can flow.
AccessibilityIt should be easy to access for repairs.
Distance from flammablesStay away from curtains, papers, and chemicals that can cause fires.

Also, put the furnace on a concrete base or non-combustible flooring. This will prevent damage from heat and oil leakage.

If you install the furnace in the wrong spot, it could start a fire. To stay safe, make sure to follow these guidelines when picking the location.

Types of Furnaces in Stranded Deep


To construct the necessary structures in Stranded Deep, you will need a reliable source of fire. One way to achieve this is by building a furnace, which allows you to cook food, create items from raw materials, and produce structures. There are three types of furnaces in Stranded Deep: the Clay Furnace, the Hobo Stove, and the Fuel Still. I will introduce each of these sub-sections to you in the following paragraphs.

Clay Furnace

Get your hands dirty and craft a clay furnace! Without it, you’re basically just a castaway camping trip gone wrong. To construct one, you need 1 clay and 1 stone axe. As fuel, use kindling or coconut husks. Ensure there is ventilation to prevent smoke inhalation and potential suffocation. Keep the furnace away from flammable objects to avoid any fires.

Clay furnaces date back centuries – they were used for cooking food and smelting metals. Even today, some societies still use clay furnaces for their daily lives.

Crafting a Clay Furnace

Crafting a Clay Furnace is key to surviving in Stranded Deep. Without it, you can’t cook, boil or smelt metals. It’s easy – you just need to get some basic resources on the island. Here’s a 4-step guide to make one:

  1. Collect Clay Bricks: Get 4 lumps of Clay, and bake them in a Campfire for 10 minutes.
  2. Craft the Furnace: Place the clay bricks on top of each other – make sure there’s enough flat ground.
  3. Add Fuel to Fire: Use Coconut husk, Palm fronds or sticks – light up with Fire Starter tool or Wood Sticks.
  4. Start Cooking: Put whatever you want to cook or smelt. Don’t let the fire burn out – or else the furnace won’t work.

The height of the furnace depends on how many bricks you use. The taller it is, the more resources it can hold.

Earlier, clay furnaces were used when modern heating appliances weren’t around. They were made with clay & sand mixture that could handle high temperatures. They helped people survive cold winters by giving them warmth.

Who needs a fancy kitchen when you have a clay furnace and some coconuts? Adventure time!

Using a Clay Furnace to Cook Food

Using a Clay Furnace is an effective way to cook food in Stranded Deep. It can make cooked meat, which helps with health and hunger. Here’s a 6-step guide:

  1. Get a Clay Furnace, usually found on small islands.
  2. Gather fuel: sticks and dry leaves.
  3. Put the fuel and raw meat into the furnace.
  4. Light the furnace with a lighter or kindling.
  5. Cooked meat will be produced after the fire has been burning for a while.
  6. Don’t let it burn too long – it will become charred and useless.

Clay Furnaces won’t last forever. If it breaks, you’ll need to find another one or use other cooking methods.

Remember to check the food regularly – otherwise, it’ll be overcooked and not as helpful when eaten. One player forgot about their meal and returned to a furnace of charred unrecognizable food!

Craft clay objects in the furnace – but don’t use that precious vase you stole from the plane wreckage!

Crafting Clay Objects in the Furnace

Crafting Clay Objects in the Furnace is an essential part of Stranded Deep. Clay is a vital material for crafting tools to survive on deserted islands. Here’s a guide:

  1. Gather clay from underwater with a tool or hands.
  2. Put clay and fuel (sticks, planks, logs) in the furnace.
  3. Wait for the furnace to smelt clay and turn it into bricks.
  4. Use these bricks to make items like a Crucible or Forge.

You need a furnace before attempting this! Plus, have enough fuel sources as smelting can take time.

I once came across an old furnace on an abandoned island. Despite damages, I repaired it and used it for survival. Who needs a fancy furnace when you can just use rocks and sticks?

Hobo Stove

Ready to cook on Stranded Deep? Try a Hobo Stove! This DIY stove is great for cooking anything – seafood, veggies, you name it. Here’s how to make one:

  1. Find an empty can
  2. Pierce holes around the bottom
  3. Put sand or rocks for a level surface
  4. Place the can upside down on top
  5. Light a fire and start cooking!

Hobo Stoves are easy to transport – lightweight and hassle-free. So no matter where your island adventures take you, you can enjoy hot meals. Save money and get cooking with a Hobo Stove. Who needs a fancy stove when you can build your own?

Crafting a Hobo Stove

A hobo stove is a makeshift furnace that can be made in Stranded Deep using rocks, sticks, and palm fronds. Here’s how to make one:

  1. Find a flat spot at least a meter away from any flammable objects.
  2. Build the fire pit/base with rocks or stones.
  3. Put two bigger rocks opposite each other. Between them, line up smaller ones as an opening.
  4. Create a dome with fronds and sticks.

Hobo stoves are great for cooking, boiling water, and keeping warm. Remember to extinguish your fire after each use and don’t leave it unattended.

Having essential tools like a hobo stove can mean the difference between life and death in Stranded Deep. Get cooking today!

Using a Hobo Stove to Cook Food

Cooking in Stranded Deep requires planning and strategy. One easy way? Use a Hobo Stove! This is a makeshift stove made by placing a metal box or tin can on top of a solid fuel source. Here’s a 3-step guide for using one:

  1. Collect Materials. You need a metal container (tin, flat-bottomed can, or any metal pan) and a solid fuel source (sticks, wood chunks, or coal).
  2. Build your Hobo Stove. Use small sticks or dry grass to ignite the fuel inside your metal container/tin can. Then, place your cooking pot on top.
  3. Cook your Meal. Wait for the fuel to burn. Then, place your meal in the pot. Depending on what you’re cooking, it may take some time.

Pro Tip: Smaller pots work best due to size limitations. Use clean and durable materials for your hobos’ stove. This helps its lifespan and efficiency. Also, keep an eye on your cooking pot. Hobo stoves cook faster than other heat sources and can easily overcook or burn meals if left unattended.

Bonus Tip: Master the art of crafting clay bricks in your makeshift stove for unique details!

Crafting Clay Bricks in the Hobo Stove

In Stranded Deep, crafting clay bricks in the hobo stove is a must-do task. Without them, advanced structures cannot be built and survival can’t be sustained. To craft clay bricks, here are 5 steps:

  1. Find Clay – Look at shorelines or underwater to spot clay. It’s slightly yellow and harder to find than other resources.
  2. Dig Clay – Use a shovel or pickaxe to mine the clay block to get a lump of raw clay.
  3. Start Fire – Create a small fire with sticks, leaves, and tree bark.
  4. Put Lump on Stove – When the fire starts burning, add the lump of raw clay to the hobo stove.
  5. Wait for Crafted Brick – Let it burn until it turns red-orange, then remove with tongs.

It’s renewable as you can continuously dig up more clay patches on your island.

Tip: Store extra bricks since they can be hard to craft again once you run out. And who needs a bar when you can make your own fuel and forget being stranded?

Fuel Still

The Fuel Still Table has four columns – Item Name, Quantity Required, Time to Produce, and Amount Produced. To make one Unit of Fuel from one Coconut Flask, you need two Crude Oil and one Fibrous Leaves. It takes 10 minutes to make one unit, which yields three Units when it’s done.

Interesting fact – Fuel Still can be a source of light in the night. Players should bring enough wood or other resources to keep the fire alive during production.

If you love Stranded Deep and want an ultimate gaming experience, don’t miss out on this furnace – Fuel Still. Time to spark up the heat and start crafting that Fuel Still – you’ll need all the booze you can get to survive on the island!

Crafting a Fuel Still

Crafting a Fuel Still is key for surviving in Stranded Deep. Here’s a guide on how to make it.

  1. Gather two corrugated scrap pieces and three lashings.
  2. Grab two coconut flasks and fill them with water.
  3. Mix the materials in the crafting menu to craft the fuel still.
  4. Put the fuel still on a flat surface and add wood sticks as fuel.
  5. Pour saltwater into the still and light the fire.
  6. Your purified water will be ready in the spout at the bottom.

You can also get crude oil from rocks underwater. This can be refined into biofuel or gasoline with other tools.

Remember, crafting fuel still may take some time, but it’s essential for survival. It gives you clean drinking water and valuable resources.

IGN claims that Stranded Deep has “thrilling” gameplay. So fuel up with a fuel still, because coconut milk won’t get you far!

Using a Fuel Still to Produce Fuel

Furnaces are essential for Stranded Deep survival gameplay. Finding the right one is a must for optimal performance. A fuel still is a great choice for gamers. It’s not hard to set up and use.

  1. Gather Resources: Coconut flasks, palm fronds, and crude axes are needed to make a fuel still. You can locate these items on or near the islands.
  2. Construct the Fuel Still: Use the resources you gathered to make a fuel still. Open your crafting menu and select the fuel still recipe. Put it in a flat location close to your home base.
  3. Producing Fuel: Fill the fuel still with coconut flasks. The still will transform the flasks into biofuel. Wait for it to do its job.

Wild potato plants also give biofuel ingredients that can be used in fuel still if you’re lacking coconuts. Don’t expect a rock to work in your furnace, but these attachments may help.

Furnace Attachments


To attach the necessary furnace attachments in Stranded Deep, including Fire Spit, Fire Pit, and Smoker, you need to craft specific items from the crafting menu. Each attachment has its unique purpose, such as cooking food, allowing you to sleep, and producing smoke to ward off predators. These attachments require different items and need suitable locations to place them for efficient use. By clicking on the furnace structure and attaching the necessary items, you can construct buildings and structures while gathering resources and placing them on the ground.

Fire Spit

Fire Spit – enjoy yummy food at home! Here are the ingredients and cooking times for mouth-watering dishes.

DishIngredientsCooking Time
Roasted ChickenChicken, Salt, Pepper2 hours
Grilled VegetablesZucchini, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms30 minutes
Shish KebabsBeef or Lamb, Onions, Peppers40 minutes

Fire Spit – what a great way to cook! It adds flavor and moisture to your dishes. Plus, it’s easy to clean and maintain.

For best results:

  • Use wood instead of charcoal
  • Rotate the spit every 10-15 minutes
  • Monitor the fire level to avoid burnt food

Unlock the hidden benefits of Fire Spit – like staring into a fire pit and contemplating life!

Fire Pit

Fire pits can transform a cool night into an unforgettable one. They provide warmth and light, plus serve as a gathering spot for family and friends. Various materials like brick, metal, and concrete can be used to create a fire pit.

It’s important to place the fire pit in an open space, away from flammable objects like trees and buildings. Wood or gas-powered fuels can be used, depending on your preference. Safety equipment like gloves and tongs should be used when handling hot coals. Fire pits come in different sizes, so you can choose one that fits your needs. With proper maintenance, they can last for years.

Not only are fire pits perfect for backyard, pool, and patio settings, they can even be brought on camping trips! Be sure to get the necessary permits and follow local regulations when having a bonfire.

You can also spruce up your fire pit with grilling attachments or seating options like benches and chairs. For a truly immersive smoking experience, forget the cigarettes and attach your lungs directly to the furnace.

Smoker

Smoker? Let’s create a table to help you pick one!

Check out the type, size, fuel source and cooking area.

TypeSizeFuel SourceCooking Area(sq.in)
Offset smokersLargeWood or charcoal900+
Bullet smokersSmall/MediumWood or charcoal200+
Gasser smokersLargeNatural gas or propane800+

Some smokers even double as grills! You can smoke and then sear over high heat. Plus, there are models with digital controls for easy temperature monitoring. Don’t miss out on smoky flavor! Get a quality smoker and take your BBQ game to a whole new level.

Building Structures with Furnaces


To build structures with furnaces in Stranded Deep, you will need to craft necessary materials for constructing a furnace. In order to do this, you need to use the crafting menu and gather materials like clay and water. One of the sub-sections to construct a furnace is a crafting station, which allows you to craft various items such as a fire spit, smoker, hobo stove, and more. Another sub-section is the brick station which helps you to create clay bricks that can be used as a foundation for your structure.

Crafting Station

A Crafting Station is key in any crafting game. Raw materials can be turned into valuable items here. Let’s look at the table:

Crafting StationBenefitsHow to Obtain
FurnaceSmelts ores, makes glass, cooks food, creates items20 stone blocks and 3 torches
WorkbenchFurniture, armor, weapons10 wood planks
AnvilUpgrades weapons/armor, creates grappling hooks/watches6 iron/lead ore and bars

The Furnace needs fuel – wood or coal – to work. Place it near a source of fuel to save time. To make multiple bars, put ores in the ‘input’ slot.

To optimize furnace use:

  1. Clear out chests.
  2. Get Minecart Tracks + Chests for ore/bars storage.

Now, you can use the Crafting Station and progress through your adventure!

Brick Station

Furnaces are a must when building structures. A Brick Station is the best way to go. It’s a centralized spot for brick production. Begin by constructing layers of furnaces in the middle and chests on either side. Fill the chests with clay and fuel the furnaces with coal or charcoal. You’ll get lots of bricks for buildings this way.

Automate the process with hoppers. Place them under the chests and they’ll direct items to the furnaces when needed. This way, you can build while multitasking.

Redstone mechanisms, like levers and buttons, can make the furnace system easier to control. With them, you can quickly turn it on and off without messing with each component.

Conclusion:


Furnaces are important in Stranded Deep. They provide light and are perfect for building shelters and producing stuff. To use one, you need clay bricks, sticks, water and fuel.

In the furnace, you can craft a smoker. Use it to cook potatoes and raw hide. You can select what to build by clicking on nodes or ‘E’. Keep in mind that furnaces take up a lot of space.

Pro Tip: When constructing buildings, use clay instead of brick stations. Clay is easier to manage and replace.