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Review of Harmony 23

Woodburning Novice

Carol Burnside 14 years ago

I read with interest the comments from the previous user in astonishment. I couldnt believe we were useing the same fire. My harmony 23 is the polished one,coloured green but looks black)I absolutly love mine,I had it fitted (very badly 2 yrs ago but after a very bad installation experience I love it. I cant get any thing done with watching the flames its facinating. its my only source of heat in my cottage and heats the whole house wonderfully. The quality of your fuel is key. Also it takes quite a lot of trial and error and Im in my 2nd year now. last winter I burned smokeless fuel excel,Woooo big mistake,it was dirty,ruined the glass,and smelled terrible. But I have now found a good site for my fuel and am highly delighted. i have my chimney swept annually ready for keeping it in overnight.I also have an assortment of fuel starting the fire with kindling and heat logs then throw a couple of blazers on then advance to bone dry seasoned logs. It takes time and patience to learn how to drive a woodburner but with a little fine tuning you,ll crack it. you wouldnt put dirty fuel in your petrol tank and likewise with this if the fuel isnt right the glass will blacken. its the best thing since sliced bread

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 3.1)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 3.2)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 3.4)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 3.4)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3.2)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 3.7)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 3.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 3.2)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 3.4)