Review of Napoleon --- 1101 insert -- Fireplace Inserted Stove burning Wood only

Review of Napoleon --- 1101 insert -- Fireplace Inserted Stove burning Wood only
Installation Type: Wood/Coal - into existing Fireplace
Date Reviewed: 2011-10-21 20:50:21

Satisfaction Ratings from 5 stars (best) to 1 star (worst)
Satisfaction with unit = ✰✰✰✰✰
Satisfaction with dealer =
Satisfaction with manufacturer = ✰✰✰✰✰

Other Information about the Home and Stove
Room Size (Sq ft): 1500 | House Size (Sq feet): 1600
Bought in 2007 , Price Paid: 1000
Location : Fayetteville, AR 72701, US
Purchased from: Mail Order/Internet Retailer -

Likes: Works very well and does the job as advertised. Glass stays clean, nice viewing area and kicks out heat long after the flames are gone.

Dislikes: Shorter pieces of wood should be used to fill the box. Bigger pieces (16") are a struggle unless you have recently emptied the ashes.

Comments: Many of the bad reviews for any of the stoves listed on this site are, in my opinion, from folks that don't really understand the basics of woodburning. To a point, the seller/installer has a responsibility to educate their customers. There is no excuse for anyone, to EVER burn green or wet firewood. This insert does a very good job of burning cleanly and delivering heat in an efficient manner if a few basics are observed. 1) Good seasoned firewood 2) Proper chimney sizing/installation/insulation 3) Common sense. Enjoy the season !!!!!!

* Dates that reviews were submitted were not recorded prior to Nov. 2004