Vermont Castings Montpelier wood burning stove

[DNAPLSCRAPLE]

You mention this insert would not have been your first choice, but it fit into your limited space. What would have been your first choice???

[elchino3643]

Did you use the vermon castings flex connector kit? I have a winterwarm insert that I just bought, but I think they are the same.

[micaaronfl]

where does the block off plate come in?

[taybe1230]

how long that nice flame is lasting, and how many log to u have put in?

[40markava]

They say if you have an exterer chimney you may need to insulate it to get better draft. I did put in a block off plate at the damper area. I insulated with a good amount of fiberglass insulation. I did buy a 5' stainless flex flue so I would be into the clay liner. The block off plate is a must if you want heat. Very seasoned fire wood is a must! If your wood is over 25% moisture content you will have black glass and low heat output. Check out hearth.com for great info!

[capan121]

nice burn there! I just ordered the Merrimack stove for a good price. It should be here in a few days.

I had a question for you though? did you insulate your flue linner and or use a damper blocking plate? just curious before I do my install.. thanks

[40markava]

2010 will be my third season with this unit still love it! It's actually better now that I have seasoned wood