Vermont Castings Woodstove Review

Vermont Castings Woodstove Review - First Season

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Review of the Vermont Castings Apsen C3 woodstove after one season of use.
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@gwenjulien5278 3 жыл бұрын

You are very intelligent and these people that criticized you are arm chair critics and most have never had any experience in anything. I think they go from blog to blog with nothing better to do. Gets under my skin! Carry on leader, l learn a lot from you and your wife.

@bobholmes65 3 жыл бұрын

Well said and Amen!

@tinekejoldersma 3 жыл бұрын

Always keyboard warriors out there knowing it better, eh XD

@CatherineYarton 3 жыл бұрын

Me to.

@kyhilltophome3153 3 жыл бұрын

I call them Internet Busybodies. Most of the time if you search their name they have no content of their own. Must be afraid of a little criticism but not afraid to give it.

@brendasweetapple7444 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like a wood stove, we use to always have water pot on your stove as a kid because it would help with keeping the air moist. Leo is a smart kitty..:D

@mariaw593 3 жыл бұрын

We keep water on top of ours, too. Helps the air not be so dry.

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

During the video, did you watch my discussion of my beautiful, enameled cast iron tea pot I use on the stove to add humidity to the air? 😊 (Elizabeth)

@brendasweetapple7444 3 жыл бұрын

@@LiveSimpleLiveFree yes thought you just wanted a cup of tea..hehe

@HavaWM 2 жыл бұрын

I want a cast iron tea pot for our wood stove! We just have a pot of water on the stove to help with humidity, but a cast iron tea pot would be even more convenient. I’ve seen a BUNCH of cast iron pots and pans, but never a tea pot. I’m gonna keep my eyes peeled for it! 👀

@patriciasizemore6196 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You both for this .

@Defiantbich 3 жыл бұрын

Lived in a 1775 house in Ma. Had wood stove used it winters for years did our own wood too

@johnwebster3072 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent stove, good to see you both!

@donnareed7706 3 жыл бұрын

Great job and so glad for your detailed presentation 🙏

@peanutsassyathena 3 жыл бұрын

As always you both do such an incredibly good job - love your woodstove setup!

@geoffoutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review guys! !

@jamestravis1037 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. Thank you !

@Ladythyme 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like wood heat...at least for me. Some people complain it’s so much work ie. Hauling etc. wood and dirty from the ash... for me it’s worth it 100%... living in the NE we use it to heat our home all winter long even though we have an oil furnace as well...and having the piece of mind when the power goes out adds value as well. Had to be without it for a few days and missed it so much...it really is the heart of our home.

@kevindcnyc Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comprehensive review and information! 🙏

@timstout781 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great review of the Aspen C3. Much appreciated.

@joycebarnett5813 3 жыл бұрын

As usual Bill, you did a great informative video. Thanks for sharing

@susanleatherwood22 3 жыл бұрын

I just love all your videos. Soo informative 👌

@rodparker4514 Жыл бұрын

That's a lovely stove .Great post thanks folks .

@vinnettepope8255 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful wood stove accessory tutorial 👌😍

@chrism3874 3 жыл бұрын

We are getting an Aspen C3 installed soon and all your review videos were very helpful and informative. Thanks for the great content!

@seanruiz6499 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad the stove worked out for you guys and it looks so cozy I love it.

@bosse641 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like the heat from a wood stove. Love it. And the ambiance. So cozy.

@mariaw593 3 жыл бұрын

We got ours going now.

@m5s2e6 3 жыл бұрын

I love your channel. I also love your intro music. Keep up the good work! Thank you.

@lrfox49 2 жыл бұрын

Love the snow tour, we only have rain, WA

@MrBeav1018 3 жыл бұрын

i love wood fires not just for the heating aspect but the ambiance and i love to hear the cracking. I love these videos thank you

@PatrickCauley-ud5lf 5 ай бұрын

Really love you folks, Thank you for the informative video.

@gerlandkent6377 Жыл бұрын

again, thank, you both for you're video

@maggiesue4825 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you have a way to stay warm when the power's gone!!

@tricka72 3 жыл бұрын

Sank you bill and Elizabeth for your overview of your wood burner. Very thorough and useful information as always.

@diamondpaintingwithpearl 3 жыл бұрын

It would have been nice to have a stove like yours during our Texas winter ❄️ 🥶

@n3ocl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for putting this video together. Very informative. I am planning on buying a wood stove this year.

@livinggracehomestead5792 3 жыл бұрын

I use small fans to move my heat from the one room to the others and it works like a charm

@alycemaloney2982 3 жыл бұрын

You guys did a very thorough review with a lot of great information for 1st time stove users...It answered so many of my questions!

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lpetite8636 3 жыл бұрын

Brings back memories. So homey , just want to curl up and read a book.

@suedeere398 3 жыл бұрын

I love a wood stove, haven't had one for a few years, thank you for the informative video, glad to hear your happy and enjoying your wood stove,including Leo,so cute 💖

@bobholmes65 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome and make me laugh! ❤️ The stove is really nice and I’m happy it works out for you. God bless.

@coraking9601 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you all explaining having this beautiful stove in your home 🏡 ❤ helpful and enjoyed the great company of Bill and Elizabeth

@candyalexander2196 3 жыл бұрын

Loved my wood fire place kept us warm a week while power out in TN at zero cooked on it too ..great memories..greetings from NC Moab forever

@cassandra2685 3 жыл бұрын

Love this beautiful wood stove and that safety panel back splash is the perfect color 👍♥️ Your home is looking more and more like a sweet cottage. The birds eye view of the icy raised gardens makes it dreamy and whimsical. ♥️

@lindawade9647 Жыл бұрын

Boy is that a beautiful stove. Bill is amazing with the beautiful work he does.

@kathybuchanan9470 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Bill and Elizabeth! We had a larger Vermont Casting stove (lovely blue-green) and heated our entire home in Western NC. We loved it. We've since downsized and have none now but your video has my mind going about how we can work one into our current home. Thank you once again for ALL you do for others.

@middleagedman4373 Жыл бұрын

this is prepping at its best. everything done in advance of need. be prepared. great video

@franklinwill22 10 ай бұрын

Enjoyed watch both you and the lady of the house present. Blessings.

@pobo6113 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you said and did. I am just starting to homestead. I was part of the freezing ice storm Texas got. Even though I did not loose power I did loose water pipe. I learned a lot of exactly what I need for next year. Saving my pennies 👍🏻

@cloverdoll1228 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure to save that ash for Elizabeth's garden! :) Garlic, chives, leeks, lettuces, asparagus and stone-fruit trees love a little scoop here & there. Even roses tend to like it if the PH in the soil isn't quite right. ETA: I love the music in today's video.

@lisagialucci2296 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely

@katherineb.3140 3 жыл бұрын

Great detailed review! It’s a charming little stove, and more importantly seems to function well for your needs.Thank you Bill & Elizabeth! God bless. ✝️

@ackack612 9 ай бұрын

Clearly your reading comprehension skills are negligible, at best... the stove is so oversized it 'blows them out' and they can't/don't use it but for power out occurrences.

@jan6293 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video Bill and Elizabeth. I have a larger wood stove and It’s wonderful. Thanks for sharing!🔥

@katherinekinnaird4408 3 жыл бұрын

Happy for you. In Southern California I don't really use the heater. It's a blessing here. God bless you all.

@Elvis-1958 Жыл бұрын

Hi Bill,Thank you for the videos.we have know decided to go ahead and have a wood burner fitted .

@jvee5322 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE you two and Leo! I cant wait to get a wood stove because I know the cats are going to love it!

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

Leo sure does. 😊

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed getting a user's point if view on the wood stove. Plus its a nice size for your home.

@kennethmaser1767 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great information guys. I would like to add and addition to the Pocono house and this is the stove that I was thinking of installing. Can't get much better then Vermont Casting. Be Blessed.

@ericbocericB Жыл бұрын

Love the horn coral at the end. Mellow.

@gerlandkent6377 Жыл бұрын

tank, you both for you're video

@gerlandkent6377 Жыл бұрын

thank, you mam for showing all of the wood stove items.

@Randy8923 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed. Its a very nice looking stove and fits your space very well. I worry about losing electric but as a renter I can't install anything like this. Nice of you to explain to us how it is performing for you. God bless you both and continuing prayers for Pop.

@JanColdwater 2 жыл бұрын

So crazy! I forgot you two had gotten this stove and today I was looking at it online and did a KZfaq search and here you are! I remember when you installed it! I am so glad it works nicely. It looks beautiful! 👍 I have to tell you, this would work fine for me. I rarely sleep more than 5 or 6 hours at a time. 😆

@judyfinnegan374 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Thank you guys!! 😚😚😚😚

@highdesert8941 3 жыл бұрын

I was able to find one last fall after watching your video. I have had wood stoves before and I am pleased with this one. I use my stove to heat my living room, kitchen, dining room and master bedroom. It's does exactly what I want it to. Love your vids. I burn very clean wood (power pole cut offs non treated) and my window in the door is always black.

@creeser9588 Жыл бұрын

Just bought this stove today and found your video super helpful! Good to know the tip about leaving the door ajar as well. My house is 1400 sqft and its really helpful to know that it will do a decent job keeping me cozy. Thank you for your thorough review! Really looking forward to this setup :)

@Boomhauer69 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good video. I myself plan on building one those barrel woodstove kit and doing temporary/emergency setup and running the double wall stove pipe out a window. I have friend who a carpenter who used to be Amish that educated me on how properly go about the way I plan on setting up a woodstove.

@lowtechbd 9 ай бұрын

I think this is the best review of the VC Aspen C3 I've seen. Thank you.

@tammylynn5238 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video! My husband and I would love to do something like that soon. Everything takes time and saving money lol. Love your video content. Please keep sharing and ignore the downers.... they have nothing better to do. Hugs and prayers!! Almost garden planning time here in WV.

@cherylhubert4302 3 жыл бұрын

So nice glad it works for you 🥰

@knittingnana2939 3 жыл бұрын

I love the black kettle.

@CraigAWSellars 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. I am considering a wood stove for the exact same reason, since right now my house is 100% electric. Happy New Year to you all.

@lauramarti7548 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I miss the wood stove I had at my old house! I may have to get another one.

@lauriallis2029 3 жыл бұрын

I love you both, but Elizabeth I so enjoy it when you speak. You are so excited about everything. You both make me smile 😁 and laugh 😂. I look forward to your videos. Oh, we need another update on Pop.

@zanesutherland406 3 жыл бұрын

I’m excited to get my Grizzly Cubic mini wood stove installed in my camper. I’m recovering from nose surgery, but hopefully this weekend or so I can cut the hole in the roof and get it installed 🙌🏼 It would have been a life saver when it got in the negative teens. I had to stay with my parents because even with my electric heat on full blast it wouldn’t get warmer than 34°F.

@skippyjones4195 2 жыл бұрын

Hey guys great video VERY informative 👍

@charlotte50224 3 жыл бұрын

I love your wood stove, and you did a wonderful job of explaining everything. Also, as you said, you'd pretty much explained all that in your original installation video. Sometimes I feel like people just look at titles, and don't actually listen to videos. I see so many questions being asked over and over on everyone's videos, that were already answered. Thank you for your patience! As for Leo, I've always loved the pictures of him by the fire. I, certainly, never questioned his safety. Just thought how warm and cozy he looked. I feel like anyone asking that must have never owned a cat. They're instinctively naturally knowledgeable about survival. Loved this video! Love your stove! Thank you!

@arepadetrigo Жыл бұрын

Y'all seem like a great couple! Nice video. We have a Vermont Castings gas stove and it is great too. I have seen the wood burners and they are fantastic.

@tebethblaker777 3 жыл бұрын

Good real-life commentary! We have exactly that same heat board on our wall!!! Could use one of those fabric bag though, as I am disabled & currently we are pulling wood in on a sled, which takes up lots of space (a real tripping hazard).

@mtak1127 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same backing behind my wood stove. I have a small one too and it rarely makes it though the night. Once in a great while I dont have to start all over again. But I do love mine. I have a fan like that and its really worthless. I have had it a year and now it makes noise, so I am going to just toss it. But some people have great ones. Have a wonderful week. Prayers to you both and Pops.

@scottnyc6572 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your thorough review on this type of wood stove.I watched the installation and reviews and answered all my questions.I think opening the wall behind the stove will help throw heat in the hallway.I like the fact you used double wall pipe and must admit i initially thought it was close to the wall.I didn’t comment until now and heard and saw your specs,giving you benefit of doubt.I feel people should do their homework first like you mentioned.Im glad you’re satisfied with the installation and will certainly influence my decision when i purchase a stove.Much appreciated,thanks again.

@charlesvincett84 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same stove for over 10 years and it has pounded out the heat...I have had good success...I would recommend this stove...thank you for the video...

@Glenfilthie1 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a tight installation to me you guys. You did your homework!

@lindacole1653 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. We have a wood stove as well. We would have frozen when we just went through this last ice, snow and sleet storm that we suffered here in Texas. With rolling blackouts for 5 days, electricity off more than it was on, we would have froze. We are all electric except for our wood stove, we were lucky and blessed people to have it in our home. We have always enjoyed having and using the wood stove, but after 40 years we truly needed it. Great information. God Bless. ♥️😘🇺🇸

@MiscMitz 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent stove and review. It seems like I can no longer post just multiple emogies so, if listening at work, I will have to just do a "👍" so I don't get in trouble. I usually post "😎👍" while at work.

@ef5842 2 жыл бұрын

I've considered a stove ever since you demonstrated your tiny stove. I appreciate your thorough discussion and watched your install from 9 months ago. Every summer I want one for my winters. My thermostat can be set at 72 for hotwater baseboard/ gas fuel furnace, yet the house us too cold. I have xa 50's Cape that has never been updated with insulation under the vinyl siding. My heat bill is so high. The cost to replace it would be as much as a wood stove. If I go with a pellet, it would have to go on an outside wall. Then, I would have to give up a piece of furniture and plug it in as well. I wouldn't get the heat like from a wood stove. I live in a thickly settled area, and the gram emmissions would have to be around 1 or under, but no higher than 1. You're both so nice to visit and listen to. Thanks for sharing. I learn so much from you Elizabeth and Bill.

@coveredbycats2180 3 жыл бұрын

hello! so we have a Vermont Castings Aspen 1920 model, which is the exact same body as this stove, but the only difference seems to be that it was designed before the new EPA regulations so the intake damper is actually controlled by a lever, and not self regulated. its great because we can open it enough to keep the flames going even with the front door shut. gets wicked warm and allows for nice ambiance, but we got it because of watching your video on the C3. thanks for the content!

@tanyabjorling5822 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure someone else might have thought of this but anyway, when we lived in a very nice old home it had the normal doorway but it also had a panel above the door way that was nice looking but had slight gaps in it in order to create airways?? I hope this make sense?? Great video again!! Love your warm lol and kind videos!! I recently watched the kitty song video again!! Have a blessed day!!

@betz6507 7 ай бұрын

I use this stove as my main heat source my kitchen/dining and breezeway. I spend most of my time in this area. About 600 sq feet. Love it

@clabby154 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely smiley lady! We live in the uk and are waiting for our old woodburner to be replaced in January which is the earliest the installation can be done. We live in a grade 2 listed thatched cottage and have to comply with several conditions when using the stove otherwise our insurance could be invalidated - great vlog thank you so much 👍

@auntiepam5649 3 жыл бұрын

I bought one for the same reason after seeing yours installed. I had mine installed last week.

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy it

@bessieoriotis5104 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information about the stove. It's been 10 years since I have had such an update. In Greece in many villages it seems everybody gets the same features and accessories. Many things have changed since then. As for Leo he is smart. He wants warmth not hassles.

@afriend621 Жыл бұрын

My Vermont Castings stove, Aspen 3, works great ! It is very efficient. A little wood goes a long way. Love mine.

@aaronshoyt 3 жыл бұрын

Your wife is awesome.. Watching from Oklahoma where we lose power alot to due to ice.

@crowznest438 4 ай бұрын

My favorite thing about the Vermont Castings stove that I use is the top loading feature. While I don't have mobility issues anymore, it's still very handy for an older person.

@MrRoberta0953 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe you mentioned me but that was so cool. Thank you so much for answering my questions. I had my husband watch your video. I not great about explaining things. He has always wanted one. Its time! By the way I love your wife talking about all the little things that would be nice to have with the stove.

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! 😊

@EdRossi624 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you got a teapot.

@juliebarnett9812 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the follow-up. Now I'll have to go watch the original video. Lol.

@teaberrywmn 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review. I plan to use this stove in a 700sf manufactured home at night so to wake up to a warm home. I'm in far northern California and will have below freezing temps in winter. I don't think you can go wrong with Vermont Castings!

@karldunne5595 3 жыл бұрын

Double fluve pipe and metal ashes bucket... definitely 👍🏻....well done ☺️

@ThePartyMan 2 жыл бұрын

I have to do the same thing on startup with the door. It is not a design flaw. The stove needs to get up to temperature before its in "run" mode with the auto damper. I love mine. Works perfect for what I use it for. Great video. It will go 8 hours with enough coals for an easy refire.

@kyhilltophome3153 3 жыл бұрын

Our wood stove was installed during our build. We paid extra for an electric fan that hangs on the bottom rear of our stove. We discovered that the electric fan was useless when we had no electricity during an ice storm. I purchased an Eko fan and we have never used the electric fan since. That little fan really moves the air. If you come out of our bedroom door you can definitely feel the warm air from the living room and we have a 20 foot hallway and the bedroom door is around the corner. We have been using the same fan for over 3 years now.

@SuperEvilC 3 жыл бұрын

Great kitty!! 😻

@kjvonly2451 3 жыл бұрын

I decided to get a stove by watching your videos. I have learned a lot from y’all and wanted to say THANK YOU! ❤️ I Love my long wood cast iron stove. Just had ours installed. We finally got our first fire and a good fire going yesterday. We were told to get fire bricks in our type of stove. We finally found some fire bricks. Wow, did it help the fire stay going hot and long. I even cooked eggs on it this morning. ❤️

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@janbriggs2546 3 жыл бұрын

I recommend getting a pair of welding gloves to have on hand. Come in handy if any small pieces come out or if you need to adjust logs while loading up for the night. Always have had them, definitely used with stoves all my life.

@kennyp507 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that it worked out well and now you know what it can do just incase there's an emergency.

@LiveSimpleLiveFree 2 жыл бұрын

Yup!

@dmark6699 2 жыл бұрын

Good Video. Had the same problem with my wood stove and had to leave the door open. I phoned up the manufacturer and they said because of EPA certifications they had to do that.

@joeperry3212 Жыл бұрын

I just had this stove installed last week, 7/13/22. I figured since it’s summer and all my windows are open I would do an initial burn off. I tried twice but when I closed the door the fire would smolder out. I’m feeling very frustrated thinking I made a poor choice in buying the aspen, but after doing some research I found your video and now I can’t wait to follow your advice and keep the door open a little to get some good coals first. Thank you so much!!!

@Egleu1 Жыл бұрын

It's also hard to get a draft when it's warm outside so that may have been an issue also. Hopefully this winter has been easier for you.