On Jan 25, 10:12*pm, Mybel wrote:
DutchWest vs. Regency vs.Lopi vs Avalon vs. Lennox Country Collection
vs.Country Stoves. * How different are they really, one from another?
Will really appreciate references to reviews, or personal
experiences. *Thanks.

Look for a unit with a BTU output no greater or less than your heating
needs. Look for unit with a lifetime warranty on the fire box
(Pacific Energy for example). Units with catalytic system burn more
efficently but the part needs to be replaced over time (could be up to
200.00). Non-catalytic units with a secondary burning system is almost
as good as the previous. I have a Jotul unit at home and a Vermount
Castings at the cabin. Both over 20 yrs old and like new. 2-3000
dollars per unit. Next door has a acorn unit the same age, good as new
for 1/2 the money.