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Review of Clock Blithfield 5 and Compact 5 Stoves

Clock very smoky when the door is open

Paul Worthington 5 years ago

We purchased a clock stove on its looks big mistakes because it's performance is poor when you open the door to reload with wood smoke pores into the room. I've tried turning the vents but still very smoky so wouldn't recommend. The design in poor and the manufacture hasn't been helpful.

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Quality of finish 3 flames (avg 4.2)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of use 3 flames (avg 3.9)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 4)
How well does the airwash work 2 flames (avg 3.9)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 3.7)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 3.6)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 3.7)

  • Ian Foster said 8 months ago:

    you''re using it wrong! Open the door a few inches, so it is a ajar for a few seconds then fully open it. You are allowing loads of oxygen to rush in by just swinging the door wide open. This should have been explained to you by your installer. The Clocks are amazing stoves when used correctly