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Review of Franco Belge Monaco stove

Replaced baffle with fibreboard

Aaron Jury 11 years ago

I have been a Hetas installer for some yrs now and have fitted 1000s of stoves and I have the Franco belge Monaco in my front room as it is one of the best around, in my opinion.

I am aware of the failing baffle so I replaced all the internal lining and baffle with vermiculite fire board 25mm.

3yrs later with serious amount of use all is still fine.

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 2.7)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 3.6)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 2.8)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 3.6)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 3.7)
How well does the airwash work 4.5 flames (avg 3.8)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 2.8)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 3.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 2)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 2.6)