Hello,
I'm looking to heat about 600-800sf, just the common area. The house is about 2000sf with a full basement, and I've got a wood stove for downstairs. If I can keep the auxiliary heat from coming on as much (100% electric home with a heat pump) I'll be pretty happy. I need an insert, and the FP is pretty big. 27"Deepx50"Wx25"H.
I'd like a firebox no smaller than 2.0cf since some of my splits are a little big/long this year. I'm sure I have some splits that are 19" long. Actually, after reading these brochures, I can't make the association between firebox size and split length. Maybe firebox size isn't such a big deal?
I'm in Dayton, OH, so I've spoken with one dealer who handles Jotul and Buck and seems proficient in installs. He's a one man operation - store, sales, install. The other dealer handles Hampton and Regency, but I don't think he installs.
The position of the fireplace makes it NOT the central focal point of the room, so total bling is not a requirement. Quiet would be a plus.
Any thoughts as to pros and cons on the brands would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Greg
I'm looking to heat about 600-800sf, just the common area. The house is about 2000sf with a full basement, and I've got a wood stove for downstairs. If I can keep the auxiliary heat from coming on as much (100% electric home with a heat pump) I'll be pretty happy. I need an insert, and the FP is pretty big. 27"Deepx50"Wx25"H.
I'd like a firebox no smaller than 2.0cf since some of my splits are a little big/long this year. I'm sure I have some splits that are 19" long. Actually, after reading these brochures, I can't make the association between firebox size and split length. Maybe firebox size isn't such a big deal?
I'm in Dayton, OH, so I've spoken with one dealer who handles Jotul and Buck and seems proficient in installs. He's a one man operation - store, sales, install. The other dealer handles Hampton and Regency, but I don't think he installs.
The position of the fireplace makes it NOT the central focal point of the room, so total bling is not a requirement. Quiet would be a plus.
Any thoughts as to pros and cons on the brands would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Greg