I dont have the small stubby ones, but we use 6 of the large full size ones in the mudroom for the kids and myself and wife.. boots, outdoor gear and whatnot!
There is a pocket knife in my truck, car, quad and harley as well as one in my back pocket.. it sits next to my wallet phone and watch on the night stand... never leave home without it!
Find a nice used outdoor wood burner and run Radiant... We use an outdoor burner to heat our home ( all radiant ) about 2200 sqft. and it is large enough to also run the 30x40 we are building this spring.