Hi,
when we purchased our house two years ago, it came with an old Arrow Wood Stove – Model 1800A, MH 11315 UL 1482-SC. I asked this forum a while ago whether it was a good idea to keep the wood stove in a rental unit, and most of you advised against it. However, our tenant has experience using wood stoves, so we decided to keep it. We also feel it adds a nice touch to the home. That said, please let me know if you still believe it’s a really bad idea to keep it in a rental unit.
Currently, the baffle plate is missing, and the metal support bracket is broken. I considered hiring a welder to fabricate a new bracket and baffle plate, but the quotes have been over $450, which feels a bit high for the scope of the work. So, I’m thinking about purchasing a Lynn Manufacturing baffle board instead. I noticed there are a few options available — could someone recommend which one is best for our wood stove?
Also, regarding the broken support bracket, I’ve heard that it may be possible to drill and bolt a replacement bracket or use high-temp fire cement to secure one. Can anyone advise whether those methods are safe and long-lasting, or is it still better to go with a welder?
By the way, there are several trees on our property that fell down many years ago. I’m not sure what type they are, but I believe most of them are pine. Would it be okay for the tenant to use that wood and branches for the stove, or should we require them to use properly seasoned firewood from a supplier?
Thank you!
when we purchased our house two years ago, it came with an old Arrow Wood Stove – Model 1800A, MH 11315 UL 1482-SC. I asked this forum a while ago whether it was a good idea to keep the wood stove in a rental unit, and most of you advised against it. However, our tenant has experience using wood stoves, so we decided to keep it. We also feel it adds a nice touch to the home. That said, please let me know if you still believe it’s a really bad idea to keep it in a rental unit.
Currently, the baffle plate is missing, and the metal support bracket is broken. I considered hiring a welder to fabricate a new bracket and baffle plate, but the quotes have been over $450, which feels a bit high for the scope of the work. So, I’m thinking about purchasing a Lynn Manufacturing baffle board instead. I noticed there are a few options available — could someone recommend which one is best for our wood stove?
Also, regarding the broken support bracket, I’ve heard that it may be possible to drill and bolt a replacement bracket or use high-temp fire cement to secure one. Can anyone advise whether those methods are safe and long-lasting, or is it still better to go with a welder?
By the way, there are several trees on our property that fell down many years ago. I’m not sure what type they are, but I believe most of them are pine. Would it be okay for the tenant to use that wood and branches for the stove, or should we require them to use properly seasoned firewood from a supplier?
Thank you!
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