I have a new Avalon Rainier insert on the way.....and I am getting psyched! Couple of questions from a rookie:
I have a good pile of very seasoned hardwood ready but want to know if I can mix in some less seasoned hardwood and pine? If so any tips would be appreciated. Will also get another cord or two of "seasoned" wood from dealer this year but am actively scrounging dead wood from town forest, dump etc.
How much heat will this baby crank and how much of my 2500 sf house can I heat this winter - it will be in a 500 sf family room on one end of my cape with two doors open to sunroom and living room - not too concerned about heating the two upstairs bedrooms that total about 600sf but should they get some benefit? Insert will extend onto hearth and have the blower kit.
What is the learning curve for new user? Any tips, comments etc would be great - I have been thinking of pulling the trigger for a couple of years and value all the experts on Hearth.com!
I have a good pile of very seasoned hardwood ready but want to know if I can mix in some less seasoned hardwood and pine? If so any tips would be appreciated. Will also get another cord or two of "seasoned" wood from dealer this year but am actively scrounging dead wood from town forest, dump etc.
How much heat will this baby crank and how much of my 2500 sf house can I heat this winter - it will be in a 500 sf family room on one end of my cape with two doors open to sunroom and living room - not too concerned about heating the two upstairs bedrooms that total about 600sf but should they get some benefit? Insert will extend onto hearth and have the blower kit.
What is the learning curve for new user? Any tips, comments etc would be great - I have been thinking of pulling the trigger for a couple of years and value all the experts on Hearth.com!