Well, things have changed a bit since my first post. I've had a couple contractors out here for bids to finish the basement. When I posted before the basement was 500sq ft, I was going by an appraisal that was done when I bought the house. I found out the actual space to be finished is more in the 350-375sq ft range. And since I was somewhat on the fence about putting the big Englander 30 down there before, I am almost certainly going to have go with something smaller now. Unless any 30 owners have had success with smaller fires in this small of a space.
I am hoping a few of you might be able to suggest a different stove. One of the reasons I first was looking at the 30 was the positive reviews and the value of it. It seemed like you got a lot for the money. So what I'm wondering is, is there a particular manufacturer or model that is highly regarded here as being a very good value for the money, that would fit the bill for a smaller stove for me. Keep in mind, for people not reading this whole thread, I have an open stairway for the split entry, its not a closed off 350sq ft. I really like the looks of Jotul and Harman, but It looks like they come at a premium price. I'm not completely against spending the extra money if there isn't a suitable cheaper option.
Thanks!
I am hoping a few of you might be able to suggest a different stove. One of the reasons I first was looking at the 30 was the positive reviews and the value of it. It seemed like you got a lot for the money. So what I'm wondering is, is there a particular manufacturer or model that is highly regarded here as being a very good value for the money, that would fit the bill for a smaller stove for me. Keep in mind, for people not reading this whole thread, I have an open stairway for the split entry, its not a closed off 350sq ft. I really like the looks of Jotul and Harman, but It looks like they come at a premium price. I'm not completely against spending the extra money if there isn't a suitable cheaper option.
Thanks!