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Review of Dovre 1800 stove

Dovre 1800

Lucy D'Arcy 13 years ago

Perfect for an inglenook and offers an excellent compromise between a stove and an open fire. Open the doors and fold them back, and enjoy the open fire, whereas close the doors and close the vents and it operates like a traditional stove (with a few minor caveats).

We've had ours for 3 years and not had any problems at all. It heats a 6m x 4m room (old cottage, solid walls, no insulation) with no effort. We use coal and/or wood and it works equally well with either/both. Easy to light and control.

Aesthetically it is amongst the best. A great buy for those looking for the best of both worlds. Given our experience of Dovre, we are about to commit to installing a second Dovre (500 model) in our other fireplace.

Stove Expert: Nice feedback from customer, stove working well.

Overall rating:

4 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.8)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.4)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 4)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.6)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 5)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 3.6)
How well does the airwash work 1 flames (avg 1.8)
Controllability 3 flames (avg 3.6)
Handle operation 4 flames (avg 4.4)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 4.2)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 4.2)