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Roger Evans
Guest
Problems with Nestor Martin.
Yes, I bought a Nestor Martin IHT33 insert. It is a lovely looking fire, but I've had nothing but problems with it. I'm coming to the conclusion that it is fine for burning wood, but can't cope very well with the higher temepratures of smokeless fuel. Log retaining bars bend and the fire overheats, regardless of air setting, making me suspect that the ropes aren't forming an effective seal with the body of the fire. So far I've replaced the seals, glass, glass ( yet again) and have gone through five ( yes five ) log retaining bars. The supplier is very helpful - and patient - but nothing we try seems to make much difference. Now the grate has burnt out. All of this after just two years and a £2700 cost price.
It's a shame, because it's is a lovely looking fire, but I'm not certain the make is up to the job. Don't think the build quality is there.
Yes, I bought a Nestor Martin IHT33 insert. It is a lovely looking fire, but I've had nothing but problems with it. I'm coming to the conclusion that it is fine for burning wood, but can't cope very well with the higher temepratures of smokeless fuel. Log retaining bars bend and the fire overheats, regardless of air setting, making me suspect that the ropes aren't forming an effective seal with the body of the fire. So far I've replaced the seals, glass, glass ( yet again) and have gone through five ( yes five ) log retaining bars. The supplier is very helpful - and patient - but nothing we try seems to make much difference. Now the grate has burnt out. All of this after just two years and a £2700 cost price.
It's a shame, because it's is a lovely looking fire, but I'm not certain the make is up to the job. Don't think the build quality is there.