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Review of Bergen stove

leave the door very slightly open

Dr Mugh 13 years ago

I've just installed a Bergen. Hetas check suggested I did not need a flexible liner.So have a one metre flue coming off the top only. I agree if you close the door there is a slight problem but the design of the door handle, such that you can leave the door open very slightly without the problem of anything coming into the room but the logs burn with extreme ferocity. It radiates huge amounts of heat. I do have a very very good draw in my chimney however the normal vent system is clearly not well designed. The problem is that the only similar looking contemporary design is the Contura 51L which is slightly more expensive. I got mine on ebay ex display for £550 so that's why I'm happy with my purchase.

Stove expert replied: Some times you get what you pay for, fair review.

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Value for money 3 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 3.7)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 3.6)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.5)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 4)
Controllability 3 flames (avg 3.4)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4.3)
How likely are you to buy it again? 4 flames (avg 3.7)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 3.8)