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  1. elmoleaf
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    Almost had a great deal.

    Take the written quote to another dealer. Ask if they can match it because you'd prefer to do business with them, rather than the original dealer.
    Post by: elmoleaf, Mar 9, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  2. elmoleaf
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    Is it safe, to dry logs in front of stove?

    The idea is ok in theory but not in practice. Its hard to keep an eye on things....you forget, get sidetracked by an errand, the tv etc. Or your...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Feb 3, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Chimney Rebuild

    1. What is the structure? Stone veneer on concrete block? Entirely stone? Any vertical rebar or other reinforcing? 2. Why is it being rebuilt?...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Feb 2, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  4. elmoleaf
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    Feeling deflated...(whining inside)

    First priority should be sealing air leaks in building envelope. Then insulation. Google "stack effect"...basically whole house acts like giant...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Jan 23, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    New EPA regulations?

    My apologies if this has already been discussed: In a news article online today about research into black soot impact on global warming: "The U.S....
    Thread by: elmoleaf, Jan 15, 2013, 76 replies, in forum: The Inglenook
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    White fog on glass wont clean off VC Encore - 1 week old

    Burning wood is a dirty business (wood debris on the floor, ash debris spilling during cleanout, occasional smoke spills into the room, etc) that...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Jan 5, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  7. elmoleaf
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    I was this close

    I've got a similar height situation (±15') and masonry chimney. My stove is installed in front of existing fireplace, ±7x13" clay flue liner. I was...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Dec 20, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  8. elmoleaf
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    MY FIREPLACE

    Judging by the board clad chimney, you don't have a full masonry chimney and fireplace. All of that stone is just fancy chase covering. I suspect you...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Nov 28, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  9. elmoleaf
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    Chimney company says, "Impossible".

    A very old beehive oven style chimney likely has an unlined flue....no clay liner, just exposed bricks. Meaning, it's probably not a good idea to...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Nov 26, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    damage found after a clean inspection

    Take a flash camera and stick it up in the smoke chamber, take some photos, and post 'em here. If possible, get up on the roof and take some photos...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Nov 17, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  11. elmoleaf
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    Looking for a stove thermometer

    I've had excellent luck with Tel-tru. There's been a few threads on here about their thermometers. Very accurate and very responsive to temp. changes.
    Post by: elmoleaf, Nov 12, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  12. elmoleaf
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    Double sided fireplace: what are my options?

    I encourage you think about the overall design of your house first. 3500 sf is rather large. How much space do you really need...will all the rooms...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Nov 3, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  13. elmoleaf
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    Bedroom wood stove?

    The International Residential Code (2009), which is the base building code for many states, does not prohibit installation of a woodstove in a...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Oct 23, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
  14. elmoleaf
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    VT 0028, Engage Cat, Fire Dies

    You might also check the secondary air flap & thermostatic probe attached that controls it. Make sure the flap isn't disconnected from the probe, and...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Oct 19, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vermont Castings Intrepid II Model 1308

    In both cases, try Google online for an exploded parts diagram and the owners manual. Both will provide the information you need. Also keep in mind...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Oct 16, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Never thought I'd have birds in the woodstove

    Followup: Cleaned my chimmney today. When I removed the cap, discovered that that the wire mesh had rusted/eroded away up under the cap top. When the...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Sep 15, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vermont Castings Stove Questions (PICS)

    It certainly can be done, with proper preparation. I've done it with high temp flat black over the black enamel top on my own stove. That was...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Sep 15, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vermont Castings Stove Questions (PICS)

    The stove would likely fetch at least $400 in New England, especially because you have two warming shelves and the enamel is in good condition. While...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Sep 15, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vermont Castings Stove Questions (PICS)

    I answered you on the other forum you posted at.....glad you found here, as you'll get much more information and responses. Please also have the...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Sep 14, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    woodstoves vent out back? Circulators ?

    Vermont Castings Intrepid II has reversable flue collar. Can vent out back or straight up. Also has top load via steel cooking griddle lid. You can...
    Post by: elmoleaf, Sep 13, 2012 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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