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Review of Vermont Castings Intrepid 2 Multi fuel stove

Intrepid

Jane Wheeldon 14 years ago

We have four of these woodburning stoves in different properties. They last for years; our oldest is 24years old and still going strong. Both basic cast iron and enamelled finish are easy to look after. Our mutlfuel stove does work well overnight as long as the fire is completely shut down and allowed to smoulder. Amazing amount of heat for a small amount of fuel when chimney is closed. Last winter we had no central heating until Christmas eve 2010 whilst new boiler was installed and this little darling threw out the heat with abandon. Only stove we could find with top loader. Much higher quality spec than others we have experienced- every home should have one.

Stove expert replied: Can't be bad providing adequate heat during such a cold winter with no central heating.

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 4.4)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 3.7)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 3.9)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.2)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 3.8)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 3.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 3.8)