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Review of Jotul F 100

Jotul F100

Chris 14 years ago

We looked at alot of stoves before deciding on this one. Obviously it's difficult to predict how well a stove is going to perform before you've got it installed but just seeing it in the shop was enough to convince us of the build quality. They're expensive, but you get what you pay for. As far as ease of lighting goes there are those who can set a fire and those who can't, it's nothing to do with the stove. The firebox is a bit small but it has to be bourn in mind that it's concieved for burning a small quantity of wood at a time with frequent refill, not good if you're putting in a great big lump and expecting to come home to a lovely fire eight hours later. As for overnight burning alot depends on what you put in it before going off to bed, or out for the day, same thing. I put aside the driest, knotiest bits of ash for the night and we always have enough embers to light kindling in the morning.

I've no problems with the airwash, see previous comment about shutting down at night. Handle operation is great,very firm and smooth. I'd certainly buy it again.

For anyone considering a woodstove remember that the quality of the wood that you put into it is vital, it MUST be dry (stored, covered and aired, for at least two years after felling)

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4.8)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 4.1)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 4.2)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 4)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4.7)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 4.2)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 4)