We just bought a new Quadra-Fire 7100. From my understanding it has been on the market for over 10 years. Has there been any updates, fixes, or new features added over the years.
Thanks for posting this. Makes me feel better about what we are paying for our new fireplace.
Not really, and we are getting a PE FP30, just comparing similar packages and installation rates.Sounds like you paid a lot less for your 7100
Not really, and we are getting a PE FP30, just comparing similar packages and installation rates.
I don't know where you would put a thermometer but we also use a humidifier in the room to balance things out through the winter.
even though our 5100i ACT is rated for another 100 square. ft. more than the 7100, I've found it has barely enough oomph during frigid 5-10 degree mornings to sustain comfort level temps desired for our square footage which is quite large in comparison, so I'd say yours will work just fine based upon your climate zone, square footage and ceiling height.
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Thank you for the reply. I tend to get bloody noses when the weather is cold and dry. What or brand humidifier do you have?
I thought the 7100 was rated higher (BTU's) then the 5100. When rating the efficiency of fireplace, I thought the BTU output was a better number to compare with than the square feet the manufacture lists.
After lots of research I chose to go with the Winix AW107 humidifier. There is usually around 3 gallons of water per day needed to keep it happy. This really helps with burning eyes and sore mucus membranes but especially helpful to keep static electricity lower.
There's nothing like being zapped when reaching for a light switch or the woodstove handle!
Rating metioned were for square footage, However with that in mind, Yes, BTU ratings are fundamental in which appliance to consider as a purchase but these are two different classes of appliances. According to Quadrafire, The 7100 fireplace is rated up to 3000 sq. ft. and is listed as a "fireplace", whereas the 5100i ACT states up to 3100 sq. ft. and is listed as an fireplace "insert".
I'm a woodstove guy so this was Not my first choice but it fits the hole in the wall.
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