Just got inspected yesterday. Our first “full” fire (600+ degrees measured using a laser thermometer). Other than some initial downdraft smoke when starting the fire I’m a happy camper. Installers did a great job.
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In our town in Massachusetts the inspectors insist on at least one break in fire. As does the manufacturer (Hearthstone) who advise three break in fires of 200, 300, and 400 degrees F each.
Looks great and nice fire.
Did the inspector say anything about needed 16" of hearth protection in front of the stove door?
Did the inspector say anything about needed 16" of hearth protection in front of the stove door?
While required here in Massachusetts he made no mention whatsoever. Overall, I found the inspection mostly perfunctory. FWIW, my installation is completely to code.
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Vg3200p
Minister of Fire
Not sure. Purchased from a farm stand. Definitely was well-seasoned as the logs are lightweight and uniformly grey. Next year I'll be burning sugar maple as I just split a cord of a tree recently felled on our property.
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