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Review of The Barrington 8kw

Barrington 8kw

Terry 12 years ago

Its early days at the moment as we've only had the stove installed a week ago so I can only comment on the experience so far. We have found the build quality good though personally I think the dual fuel lever could have been a little more aesthetically pleasing when initially designed. Having said this I think the fire is fab, just cant believe how easy and quick it is to control and light. I have had to clean the glass but the airwash system works very well and the black glass has been more my fault than the manufacturers as I have run the fire at lower temps than recommended on occasions. Our living room so 32ft x 19ft and for the first time since moving in a year ago we can now sit in the room with the door open and not feel cold. The fire not only keeps the living room warm it also raises the temp in the hallway and kitchen which is a massive plus as initial expectation was we would still need to keep the gas central heating on to keep this part of the house warm. I think the burn time is as good as any of the more prestigious ranges on the market and after months of debating which fire to buy we finally came down to the Chesney and Clearview. The Clearview is also a fab piece of kit which was very impressive so the final decision to buy was based purely on looks as the spec between both were very similar. So one week on my verdict is as follows:-

I LOVE MY FIRE...........THOUGH BEWARE IT IS LIKE A NEW BORN CHILD.....IF YOU GO OUT WHEN ITS LIT YOU KEEP LOOKING AT YOUR WATCH AS YOUR AWARE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO GET HOME TO FEED IT. It has been one of the best decisions I have ever made and cant wait for the next real winter to arrive.

Hope this helps

Stove expert replied: Great feedback, enjoy this new baby feeling!!!

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 3.3)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 3.3)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 2.8)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 3.3)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 3.5)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 2.5)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 2.8)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 3)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 2.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 2.5)