Those who follow the wood-burning stove industry will be well aware that Franco Belge is a name which many thought had disappeared. It may have changed ownership in recent years, it may have been subjected to untrue rumours but there is no doubt the company is back with the launch of the Franco Belge Seba wood burning stove. Just one of three new launches by the company, slowly but surely its reputation is being rebuilt and stove enthusiasts are starting to warm to the Franco Belge name again.
Contemporary in style
As you can see from the image this is not your stereotypical traditional wood-burning stove but more of a contemporary meets new technology. The Franco Belge Seba wood burning stove will certainly turn heads, catch the attention of passers-by and it is a perfect conversation starter for a party. This is the type of style which is perfect for a contemporary decor but it will fit in just as well with a traditional styled room. Many people will associate the Franco Belge of years gone by with this particular style and this particular type of stove. So, let’s now take a look at the technical detail.
Technical detail
This particular stove is significantly higher than some of the more recent Franco Belge stove releases. It has a height of 1200 mm, width 550 mm and a depth of 400 mm. The flue outlet, as is now the norm, is optional top or rear exit with a diameter of 150 mm. When you also bear in mind the nominal heat output is around 8 kW and it has an efficiency rating of 80% – this is the type of stove which would heat a medium to large room.
As you might guess, the stove weighs in at a rather hefty 134 kg and is able to accommodate extended log lengths up to 330 mm. Stylish, different and most certainly eye-catching, there will be many homes up and down the country just perfect for the Franco Belge Seba wood burning stove.
Sit back and relax
One thing which is becoming more evident amongst the contemporary Franco Belge wood-burning stoves is the extended glass viewing area. For many people a wood-burning stove is something which fills a room, brings a different ambience and perhaps more importantly allows you to relax. Can you imagine sitting back after a hard day at work, kicking off your shoes and watching the burning flames and the flickering embers through the enlarged glass viewing screen?
It is also worth noting that while Franco Belge may have had difficulties in the past those are now behind the company. We not only have an array of traditional and contemporary stoves coming to the market but also, perhaps as important, official Franco Belge stove spare parts. Yes, while some consumers lost confidence with the company when it changed hands on numerous occasions in the past, it is very much back and here to stay. So, there is no need to delve deep into the array of subgrade copied Franco Belge stove spare parts, the real deal are now readily available.
Summary
Just when many were starting to write off Franco Belge the company is back with a bang and the release of three new machines including the Franco Belge Seba wood burning stove. This stove is different, stylish, eye-catching and harks back to the contemporary nature of Franco Belge of years gone by. How would this fit into your room?