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Review of Burley Brampton 9108 stove

Not Impressed

D McArthur 7 years ago

We are singularly unimpressed with this stove. It is only 2 years old and the insulation panels have cracked,the top metal plate has buckled and the mesh burnt away. The stove has never been ''overfired''.

This stove is very efficient when operating as per the instructions, however it then burns wood so rapidly it is hardly more efficient in wood than an open fire, although it does give out more heat. But hardly economical.

The glass keeps reasonably clean if burning the stove fast, but turn it down and it soots up rapidly.

Would we buy one again? Definitely not, there are many better stoves on the market.

Stove expert replied: Internal parts are classed as consumable but it is a shame that these have not lasted very well. The liners do crack sometimes but providing they stay in place, to protect the stove metal, they can continue to be used. The baffle plate buckling does raise concerns that the stove may be working harder than it should be and this needs to be carefully monitored.

Overall rating:

2.5 flames

Build Quality 3 flames (avg 4.3)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4.4)
Value for money 2 flames (avg 3.9)
Ease of use 3 flames (avg 4.4)
Ease of lighting 3 flames (avg 4.6)
Firebox size 3 flames (avg 4.7)
How well does the airwash work 2 flames (avg 3.7)
Controllability 4 flames (avg 4.4)
Handle operation 3 flames (avg 4.1)
How likely are you to buy it again? 1 flames (avg 3.7)
What is your overall satisfaction? 2 flames (avg 3.8)