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Help me decide, Osburn Stratford VS Monaco Flame XTD ZC fireplaces.....

Discussion in 'Modern EPA Stoves and Fireplaces' started by mjstef, Sep 26, 2017.

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    I've read all the thread i can find on these 2 but can't find a comparison. Looking at both of these fireplaces to replace my 2005 Marco (sued out of business) fireplace. Both will fit the hole and both look pretty decent. Here is what i'm seeing.

    Osburn Stratford, $2,300
    Additional $500 for doors and faceplate.
    Weight 424#
    75% efficient
    Optional: forced air distribution kit
    Optional: firescreen to burn with doors open
    Comes with fresh air intake
    Comes with 176 CFM blower

    Monaco Flame, $1,845
    Weight 350#
    77% efficient
    150 CFM blower
    Louver kit an upcharge the way it looks. Standard black, $156.00
    3 Inch Fresh Air Intake Kit, $48
    No forced are dist. kit that i can find.

    Really leaning toward the Monaco but looking for input.
     
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    I can replace from the backside on the enclosed porch but one issue is all the rock is going to have to be re-done as i am only 36" tall from the hearth up to the rock and 43" across. (I can make filler plates for the sides.) Trying to see if any others out there are shorter but no luck so far unless i want to spend 6-8K.....
     
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    Went and re-measured. From my Hearth to the bottom of the rock is 34". From where the old fireplace sits 2" below the Hearth i have 36". Wonder if the Stratford will actually work?? Side filler plates would be easy for me to make......
     
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    No input from me but the Monaco does sound like a good choice.