I bought a Vermont Castings Century wood stove back in November. The stove has been great but over the last few days it doesn't seem to burn as hot. I have to leave the damper fully open to keep the house warm. In the past I've kept the damper closed. Any ideas?
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Are you tapping into a new pile or different species of wood that might be green? If not I'd take a look at your stack/chimney (especially if your cap has a screen)
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Henz
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I did just get another wood delivery from a different company. I never knew that would be an issue. I'll keep an eye on that. Thanks.
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most definatly! my god, it makes a really big difference. Everyone has their favorite woods. Mine is Red oak, hard maple and locust. If you have a fire with hard maple vs a fiire with soft maple you will see a big difference
hey Jeeper, nice to see another Rhode Islander on the forums. I bought wood from 2 different people this year, but I didn't get a stove top thermometer until after I got the second load...that's your best way to tell.
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