Hearthstone HeritageThe Hearthstone Heritage is one of the better selling and popular models in their line. Retail for these goes for around $2600 but you should be able to get a couple hundred bucks off in most cases. Key Features The Heritage also has several different options on the finishes from the standard black, but those will cost you around $300 extra. There are some nice enamel and porcelain finishes available.
Advantages: Its a Hearthstone so you get all of the advantages of soapstone. You'll get a nice long lasting heat after you light it. The side loading door is very convenient for loading in bigger loads. They also have a nice high-tech glass system that helps keep your viewing clear. The ash grate system is also well-designed to make cleanup easier. Also, although its rated to 1900 sq. ft. I heard of it easily keeping houses over 200 sq. ft very toasty. The warranty is outstanding, with the stones and steel backframe has a lifetime warranty. I've heard very few customer complaints about failed parts with these units. Disadvantages: The door handles and seals can be awkward at first and can seem cheap. The draft control can also tend to bump into the ashpan latch. You'll also get the disadvantages of soapstone, in that it will take a while to heat up once you get it going. Overview: Outside of the door handles, it seems to be a well-designed stove. You should understand how soapstone works as a home heater but it can definitely be a good option.
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