Replacing Woodstock Keystone

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What do you think you are going to evaluate for puchase?

Gasass said:

Still up in the air but leaning towards the Progress Hybrid

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That's a good direction to lean. If my house were larger, that would be high on my list.

Gasass said:

We're right at 1650 sq ft so we're a little concerned about being roasted out with the PH. The stove room has 11 windows and a door which is a battle for the Keystone when the temps drop. We find ourselves with the insulated blinds drawn and not able to enjoy the view outside. The PH should alleviate this problem...

How's the Fireview treating you?

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We are loving it. Very even, smooth, soft heat. Our house is around 1550 sq ft - built in the mid-70s; ok insulation, not great. It was interesting burning this winter during the really cold spells. Not knowing what to expect as far as performance, we are very satisfied. The stove is situated on one end of our rancher on an exterior wall - bedroom is on the opposite end of the house. We are very happy with the heat provided by the Fireview. The wood will be ideal next year, red oak, as far as moisture content. It varies now between 18% - 22%.
If I were in your situation, I think going with the PH is a good move with all of your windows. You can always burn smaller loads during the warmer winter spells.

I suspect the company has to think about the business side, they then have a used stove they have to recoup the difference in production cost with even factory reconditioned units are usually sold for a discount (its used so its expected) there's a "depreciation" that's going to be there even in a lightly used product. companies usually have an outlet for this, but even in a "good natured" trade the manufacturer or retailer one or the other will end up losing money on the transaction. hey may not take a "loss" and sell it for less than they have in it , but they do in the effect that they will not get the full price for it. part of doing business.

Gasass said:

I think their 6 month return policy is more than generous and have no issue with them not doing a trade-in after that time. We could have bought it in September instead of May. We had our reasons for buying it when we did and the rest is history. For the record, we are very happy with the Keystone...it's just our priority changed.

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oh it is, don't get me wrong. I was just explaining the manufacturers side of the equation. the keystone is a heck of a stove as well, not surprised at all you liked it.

Gasass said:

Still up in the air but leaning towards the Progress Hybrid

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The PH is an amazing stove! Our house is over 2000 sq. ft. and during the shoulder season we occasionally have to open a door or window. During the really cold weather (days with minus 0) the stove keeps the house in the low 70s. I would definitely recommend it.

Good morning Gasass, I'm in NNJ and looking for a cat stove, (going to reno my house this summer, if you don't mind can you email me better specifics of your stove, I am [email protected], thanks brother

Gasass said:

Do you think it would be too much stove for a1650 sq ft expanded cape cod with good insulation? We have 4 ceiling fans throughout the house, including one in the stove room, and with 2 well placed fans on the floor, we don't have any trouble moving the hot air out of the stove room. The room where our stove is situated has a 9'-3" ceiling, with 11 windows and an exterior door. Between the cool air blowing in the stove room from a fan placed on the floor and all the windows, we can definitely use some more heat.

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The stove is rated for over 2000 sq. ft. Thankfully you don't have to run it 'wide open' unless you need it. I normally keep my stove temperature between 350 - 425. When I need it, I take it up to over 500+. I'd give Woodstock a call and talk it over with them.