On Sunday, October 26, 2003 at 9:19:59 AM UTC, Richard wrote:
We've got a Stovax (Blenheim) wood burning stove which was rebuilt a
couple of years ago.

Whenever we use it the inside of the glass doors are covered in soot
within only a couple of hours use meaning you can't see the "romantic"
orange flames nor see when you need to put another log on it.

Most other people I know with wood burning stoves say they only need
to clean their glass every couple of months or so - not every day like
I do!

I've tried all type of wood (always seasoned) and kept the air vents
in the doors open (and tried them closed) but nothing seems to make
any difference. Could it be the chimney that's not drawing properly
which would cause this (although I have to say it appears to be
drawing fine)?

Any assistance or input greatfully received.

Richard.

Had one of these in our old house. Pre air wash design but if you let it get going by opening the air intake at the bottom the soot will burn off, but it will be so warm that you can't get near it!! You won't be cold! If you want to see the flames you can use them with the doors open.