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Review of Fondis Stella Stoves

Fondis Stella 2

Mark Street 15 years ago

Very expensive - not a great finish with the expensive surround. Finding difficult to light. Fantastic once going.\n\n

Stove expert replied: the lighting issue may be down to fuel - wood with a high moisture content is very hard to light.

Overall rating:

2.5 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 4.5)
Quality of finish 3 flames (avg 4.3)
Value for money 3 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of use 2 flames (avg 4)
Ease of lighting 2 flames (avg 3.8)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 4)
How well does the airwash work 1 flames (avg 3)
Controllability 2 flames (avg 4)
Handle operation 2 flames (avg 3.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 1 flames (avg 3.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 1 flames (avg 3.8)