Which Stove To Buy?
There are many popular oil stove brands available in the UK that have many years of experience and technological advancement behind their success. Names such as Franco Belge, Drolet, EuroHeat, Gazco, Esse, Jotul, Villager, Aga, and Hunter should all be familiar to UK residents; there are many other reliable companies across the globe. Ultimately the price you pay for your oil stove will be reflective of the features of the stove itself and its capacity for heating.
Standard Features
Most of the big brand names make several sizes and varieties of stove. Most now come with electronic button-push ignition and remote control, making it easier for you to control your stove. Another standard is the coal-effect fire, aimed to make the stove more attractive within the home.
Additional Features
The differences in price will generally come from the features – does the stove have a top or rear flue connection? What sort of burner system does it have (Belfort use a ‘double wall’ vaporising system for maximum efficiency)? Is it easy to access the inner workings for half-yearly servicing? Is the stove lightweight? What safety features does it have (such as anti-topple and heat guards)?
These are all questions you should be asking when you look through the oil stove range, as ultimately this will be what determines the price.