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So far it's spinning nicely, and silently (which is important). How effective it is in terms of upping the room temp I'm not entirely sure.
I didn't take pics - but it looks exactly like in the link
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I didn't take pics - but it looks exactly like in the link
Picked up a unit of Facebook marketplace (again) for R4k. Need to replace some of the brick inside but I see it includes a custom shape with air holes (down about 15 percent bricks missing).
Anyone recognise the brand? Looks perhaps no longer made.
Got the gardener to give it a refresh with high temp paint but probably didn't scuff sand the front enough prior to primer, so might have to strip it again.
Rigged it up outside on for a test (given it's a used unit & & &). Results were pretty good with a small amount of wood.
Now decision to be made on whether to close up one side of the double sided space this would go into, or rather use this in the bar area or main bedroom, and spring for a new full double sider.
Anyone recognise the brand? Looks perhaps no longer made.
Got the gardener to give it a refresh with high temp paint but probably didn't scuff sand the front enough prior to primer, so might have to strip it again.
Rigged it up outside on for a test (given it's a used unit & & &). Results were pretty good with a small amount of wood.
Now decision to be made on whether to close up one side of the double sided space this would go into, or rather use this in the bar area or main bedroom, and spring for a new full double sider.
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Just get fire bricks. drill and cut to sizePicked up a unit of Facebook marketplace (again) for R4k. Need to replace some of the brick inside but I see it includes a custom shape with air holes (down about 15 percent bricks missing).
Anyone recognise the brand? Looks perhaps no longer made.
Got the gardener to give it a refresh with high temp paint but probably didn't scuff sand the front enough prior to primer, so might have to strip it again.
Rigged it up outside on for a test (given it's a used unit & & &). Results were pretty good with a small amount of wood.
Now decision to be made on whether to close up one side of the double sided space this would go into, or rather use this in the bar area or main bedroom, and spring for a new full double sider.
Thank you kind sir.
About to place an order from R18.50 per brick, getting 10x from KZN tp\o Jhb - box (approx. dimensions 230mm x 230mm x 130mm (height); approx. weight 30kgs)
Neuk_
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Before you do, contact Beauty Fires in Fourways, maybe they'll sell you a sheet that you can cut in to the sizes you need...
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if you get a brick layer they can cut and drill for you, but will be easy to DIY
So spoke to them, they recommended I reach out to fireplace warehouse or GCfires because they have different brands to identify the stove, since itll be easier to buy the exact size. Sounds like the "stone" bricks are tricky to find in generic large format while the vermiculite is super easy.
So will pause on the procurement since I am, also now thinking just get them professionally serviced before install, but not sure if I have appetite for the price they seem to charge...
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I'd always recommend a good fireplace inspection and service before use if you haven't used a fireplace before or in a long time. Good luck!
Received this quote today for the Plamen Tara - does anyone have any idea if this is a reasonable quote or not?
The installer will charge an additional R4300 for his services.
I'm strongly leaning towards this unit as I need to install it in a corner (unfortunately) and it'll take up less floor space than an standard rectangular unit.
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A quick update.Went over to Home fires, they were great. They also had fire bricks for R40 ea, so a win all around. They Identified the branding in seconds, which lead me to the manufacturer (local) - Infiniti 13kw unit. Retails for R33k, I got it for R4k.
After some back and forth (B2B only for spares), found that a supplier around 25mins from home. In the meantime made arrangements for installation, the old gas fired unit was really in there, took the installer a day and a half to basically cut it out.
Baffle plate was the most needed and got that. Would have been just under R5k for all the sides, and top. In retrospect, I should've just done that.
l was anchoring too hard on my own purchase price vs the cost of spares / value of the unit. Sort of like buying a cheap old S class and not wanting to pay for brake pads.
Overall chuffed.
Getting a site visit for the larger double sided which requires a custom insert (950x440x450), although very close in size to some standard units namely Heeta 950. Looking for ways to scavenge the flue heat generated, have seen the recoheat and Turboheat, both exceedingly expensive. Any recommendations would be great. Attached is the DIY thought.
Effectively a fan attached to the now defunct upstairs gas unit, which would then channel heat from the flue inside the wall up to the second floor. Next option would be to raise the extraction point to above ceiling level on the second floor and pumped around a basic fan HVAC system.
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Saw this a bit late, but here's my 2c. Renovated in 2018 and decided on a Franco Belge from Fireplace Studio in Bergvliet. R38k plus installation at the time. Not sure what it would cost now. Had no issues. I refuse to buy firewood, so it was important that I can burn bigger pieces. I can easily fit a 200mm diameter log of about 300 in length. That will burn for a while. Slow release of heat and means my wood lasts a bit longer.
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Sister-in-law is in the market for a new fireplace. She got some quotes. The Morso 1630 we paid R40k for in 2022 is now R60k. That's a 50% increase in 4yrs. Unreal!
Indeed.
Morsø 1630 Ribbed Cast Iron Multi-Fuel Stove | Classic Danish Design
Experience the timeless warmth of the Morsø 1630. A classic cast iron multi-fuel stove featuring a 10-hour burn time, air-wash system, and radiant heat. Shop the Royal Danish heritage in South Africa.
www.morsoe.co.za
So I went to FireWood Farm (mentioned somewhere) in Fourways to check them out. Bought a few bags, and man what a difference between the wood you buy from the side of the street and these guys. Proper wood.
I will be stocking up next week or two.
Thank you. I will check them out when I'm in Pretoria end of this week.
or Wolwespruit
Neuk_
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Yep, we may be selling our Morso 1630 in the coming months, I love the thing but we have a massive area to heat so looking at a Beckers 385 Premium anthracite heater that we can run 24/7.
This one?
Beckers 385 premium
A absolute beauty of a fireplace that can run for days long and can produce a good amount of heat for a very large area
beckers.co.za
I have a large-ish living room + kitchen area that I want to heat up. Have any experience with it?