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Review of Woodwarm Fireview 9kw stove

Not a clearview

Steve 16 years ago

Generally pleased with this stove, but it was only a consideration as Clearview don't sell a double sided stove, and I was in fact recommended to contact Woodwarm by Clearview themselves.

When opening the door it has a tendency to puff smoke out of the air inlet holes at the side, and the retro-fit locking device to stop the ash door being open when the glass door is open is TERRIBLE. I uninstalled it as it was a nightmare shutting the door. Also the supplied handle is no good for opening the door - I've lost count of the number of times I've burnt my hand using it. I ended up cutting a piece of 15mm copper which is MUCH better. The airwash is much better than I expected for a double sided stove and they were very flexible about size & style and flue outlet positioning - a definite plus if you want to cook on one side of a double sided stove. All in all I'm pleased with the stove - it heats most our house, and is controllable, but what I can say - its not a Clearview

Overall rating:

3.5 flames

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