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Review of Franco belge Savoy Elegance - MKII

Franco Belge Savoy Mark II

Louise Shepherd 14 years ago

We are having the same problems as other people on this site. The front of the fire box was too low, but our installer contacted the manufacturer and the sent a further bar that sits on the top of the existing bar to increases the height. This does solve the problem.\n\nAlso the back fire brick has cracked and been replaced twice in 3 months. Again, the manufacturer was contacted and they are apparently aware of the problem, and are looking to rectify it. We have been told that once this is sorted, a replacement brick will be supplied. Contact your installer to get the problem sorted, as the manufacturer appears to be looking to solve.\n\nApart from these problems, great stove, lovely burning pattern, brilliant heat output, with large viewing window.

Overall rating:

4 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 3.4)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4)
Value for money 3 flames (avg 3.4)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 4.3)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 4.4)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 3.9)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Controllability 4 flames (avg 3.8)
Handle operation 4 flames (avg 3.1)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 2.9)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 3.4)