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Review of Clock Blithfield 5 and Compact 5 Stoves

Annoyingly Smokey

Christopher Leaming 3 months ago

Having read these reviews and experiencing the same Smokey problems, maybe it’s time the manufacturer tried to alter the design of the extraction system to overcome this problem.

It is a real shame as it’s a lovely stove and they are not cheap but expensive, I agree with a previous reviewer that the smoke is diverted to the front of the stove by design and then when the door is open overspills into the room, a flu fan may overcome this I’m not sure but should you really have to do this..

Overall rating:

2.5 flames

Build Quality 3 flames (avg 4.2)
Quality of finish 3 flames (avg 4.1)
Value for money 2 flames (avg 3.7)
Ease of use 3 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of lighting 3 flames (avg 4.2)
Firebox size 3 flames (avg 4.1)
How well does the airwash work 2 flames (avg 3.8)
Controllability 3 flames (avg 4.1)
Handle operation 1 flames (avg 3.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 1 flames (avg 3.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 2 flames (avg 3.5)