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  1. cr0

    Handling/reducing ash on BK Princess 29 insert

    We're wrapping up our 3rd season with a BK Princess 29 insert. Getting the hang of it, hopefully getting our wood supply into a better rhythm (the spring shoulder season keeps finding me digging into wood not seasoned enough sadly). I'm a new woodstove operator but hope to use it for many years...
  2. S

    Smoke comes out when opening fireplace door

    We have a 2 door BIS 1.2 ZC fireplace. When adding firewood, I usually only open one door. However, if I also open the second door (part way) a lot of smoke (and some ash) escapes into the room. What is causing this to happen? I ask because we are thinking of replacing our unit with a new single...