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Review of Riva 66 Multi-fuel Fire

Good stove

William Winstone 11 years ago

We've had this stove for around 8 years, and its been very hot and burns very well.No problems with the baffles. However its always been a bit smokey when opening the door to refuel. We don't have a flue liner which may contribute to this; the smoke goes straight into the chimney. So I'm looking at either fitting a full flue liner, or small length of rigid flue off the stove which should heat and help draw better. Any thoughts?

Stove expert replied: A flue liner should help with the smoke issue and is recommended in older flues or ones that are larger than 12 inch square 9incs diam.

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 4.5 flames (avg 3.9)
Quality of finish 4.5 flames (avg 3.9)
Value for money 4.5 flames (avg 3.8)
Ease of use 4 flames (avg 4.3)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 4.4)
Firebox size 4.5 flames (avg 4.4)
How well does the airwash work 3.5 flames (avg 3.9)
Controllability 4.5 flames (avg 4.4)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4)
How likely are you to buy it again? 4.5 flames (avg 4)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 4)