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Review of Merlin Slimline stove

pay for what you get

9 years ago

Best thing about merlin stoves are the hinges which are nice and big the rest is not a patch on Clear view, Wood Warm or Charnwood stoves.

The baffle distorts and I have had to smash mine to get it out, my fire bricks fell apart the door lock wears into the body. I have seen them crack where the door handle rubs on stove body, they over priced in my opinion. Disappointed.

Overall rating:

3.5 flames

Build Quality 3 flames (avg 4.5)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4.6)
Value for money 3 flames (avg 4.5)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.9)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 3.9)
How well does the airwash work 4 flames (avg 4.7)
Controllability 4 flames (avg 4.8)
Handle operation 4 flames (avg 3.5)
How likely are you to buy it again? 1 flames (avg 4.2)
What is your overall satisfaction? 2 flames (avg 4.4)