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Review of Stovax Riva 55 stove

Crazed glass on Riva 55

Pat Phelan 11 years ago

I have a two-year old Riva 55. Its had about 12 months of use since purchased in Nov 2011. I've recently noticed that the glass has a crazed appearance - but not on either surface, but appears to be inside the glass itself. We clean it after each fire using Stovax's own cleaner, have only ever used kiln-dried hardwood and use the air wash as recommended. The glass is not covered by a warranty. Is it normal for a glass to go like this after only 12 months of use?

Stove expert replied: Grazing of the glass is normally due to the stove slumbering for long periods. The grazing gradually gets worse but does not affect the strength of the glass.

Overall rating:

3.5 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 3.7)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4)
Value for money 2.5 flames (avg 3.2)
Ease of use 4.5 flames (avg 3.9)
Ease of lighting 4.5 flames (avg 3.8)
Firebox size 4.5 flames (avg 4)
How well does the airwash work 3.5 flames (avg 3.6)
Controllability 4 flames (avg 3.7)
Handle operation 4.5 flames (avg 3.5)
How likely are you to buy it again? 2.5 flames (avg 2.9)
What is your overall satisfaction? 2.5 flames (avg 3.3)