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2000-I WOOD INSERT

Fuel type : Dry cordwood (16" recommended)
Heating area : 500 - 2,100 Ft2
Maximum heat output : 75,000 BTU/h (22.0 kW)

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Description

The new standard lowering the fine particulate emission threshold will be conquered by the recent certification of the Osburn 2000 wood burning stove. This revamped version now offers a particulate emissions rate of 2.3 g/h, a maximum heat output of 75,000 BTU/h and 79% optimum efficiency. This insert still has a 2.4 ft3 combustion chamber and a 144-CFM variable speed fan that is strategically positioned to redistribute heat throughout the room.

Designed to receive an optional faceplate that can cover a masonry hearth up to 32 inches (81 cm) high and 50 inches (127 cm) wide. A steel door overlay is available in black or brushed nickel as well as faceplate trims. Look no further, treat yourself to Osburn's legendary quality!

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*Any installation must be done according to the data and drawings detailed in the owner’s manual.

96% of the last 50 product owners who have registered their warranty are satisfied with this product.

 

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Fuel type : Dry cordwood (16" recommended)
Recommended heating area-ft² : () 500 - 2,100
Overall firebox volume-ft³ : 2.4
EPA loading volume-ft³ : 1.95
Maximum burn time : () 8 h
Maximum heat output-dry cordwood : (2) 75,000 BTU/h (22.0 kW)
Overall heat output rate < : (2) (3) 14,200 BTU/h (4.16 kW) to 44,500 BTU/h (13.04 kW)
Average overall efficiency (dry cordwood) : (3) 72 % (HHV) (4) 77 % (LHV) (5)
Optimum overall efficiency : (6) (7) 79 %
Optimum heat transfer efficiency : (8) 76 %
Average particulate emissions rate : (9) 2.3 g/h
Average CO : (10) 69 g/h

(1) Values are as measured per test method, except for the recommended heating area, firebox volume, maximum burn time and maximum heat output.

(2) The maximum heat output (dry cordwood) is based on a loading density varying between 15 lb/ft³ and 20 lb/ft³ and reloading intervals ranging from 60 to 120 minutes. Other performances are based on a fuel load prescribed by the standard without any reloading between start and finish. The specified loading density varies between 7 lb/ft³ and 12 lb/ft³. The moisture content is between 19% and 25%.

(3) As measured per CSA B415.1-10 stack loss method.

(4) Higher Heating Value of the fuel.

(5) Lower Heating Value of the fuel.

(6) Performances based on a fuel load prescribed by the standard at 7 lb/ft³ and with a moisture content between 19% and 25%.

(7) Optimum overall efficiency at a specific burn rate (LHV).

(8) The optimum heat transfer efficiency is for the low burn rate (using HHV) and represents the appliance’s ability to convert the energy contained in the wood logs into energy transferred to the room in the form of heat and does not take into account the chemical losses during combustion.

(9) This appliance is officially tested and certified by an independent agency.

(10) Carbon monoxyde.

General features

Combustion technology Non-catalytic
High-efficiency certified appliance Yes, EPA 2020 approved
Maximum log length 20"
Log positioning Loading over width
Chimney diameter 6"
Type of chimney Liner - ULC-S635, CAN/ULC-S640, UL1777
Minimum chimney height (feet) 12'
Baffle type C-Cast or equivalent
Approved for a mobile home installation No
Shipping Weight 432 lb (196 kg)
Door type Single, glass with cast iron frame
Glass type Ceramic glass
Glass surface – dimensions (Width X Height) 17 1/8" X 10 1/4"
Glass air-wash system Yes
Premium quality blower included (CFM) 144
Overall dimension (Height) 23 1/8"
Overall dimension (Width) 28 3/8"
Overall dimension (Depth) 26 3/8"
Door opening – dimension (Height) 9"
Door opening - dimension (Width) 17 1/2"
Firebox – dimension (Height) 11 7/8"
Firebox – dimension (Width) 21"
Firebox – dimension (Depth) 16 3/4"
Firebox lined with refractory bricks for better heat distribution Yes
Stainless-steel secondary-air system improving gas combustion Yes
Adjustable threaded legs Yes
Steel thickness – body 3/16"
Steel thickness – top 5/16"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Height) 23 3/8"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Width) 28 7/8"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Depth) 15 3/4"
USA standard (emissions) Comply with EPA 2020
Canadian Standard (emissions) CSA B415.1-10
USA standard (safety) UL 1482, UL 737
Canadian standard (safety) ULC S628
Tested and listed as per applicable standards By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA)
Warranty Limited lifetime
Minimum clearances to combustibles*
(Data expressed in inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm)
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Clearance – top (measured from the platform on which the appliance is installed)** 84" 84"
Clearance – combustible side mantle to unit 9" 9"
Clearance – combustible top mantle to unit 27" 27"
Clearance – combustible side wall to unit 16" 16"
Clearance – minimum floor protection in front of the appliance 18'' 16''
Clearance - from the top of the unit to the shelf 27"
Clearance – from the top of the insert to the shelf 27"

* The information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published in any other media (owner's manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and/or web sites).

** Some appliances have been tested with a low ceiling. Before setting up your unit, refer to the installation manual.

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Do I need an EPA certified or CSAB415.1-10 certified heater?

You first have to identify what your needs are. If you are looking for ambiance, a temporary heat source in a cottage or a camp, or a simple back-up heat source in case of power failure, you do not necessarily need to invest more money in order to buy an EPA or CSAB415.1-10 certified wood heater. However, if your goal is to heat on a regular basis, the extra dollars will prove to be a good investment. Furthermore, it must be noted that certified heaters release up to 90% less particles into the atmosphere, which makes wood a renewable and clean source of heat. As a result, if the style and size of the heater you are looking for is available in a certified version, it is highly recommended that you invest in this advanced combustion technology. You will help the environment and reduce your wood consumption by up to 30%.

NOTE: If you live in the United Sates, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick or Newfoundland, EPA certified wood heaters are mandatory. Exceptions apply for certain categories of products, such as decorative fireplaces. Certain municipalities may also have by-laws that require the installation of an EPA or CSAB415.1-10 wood heater, even though the province does not have an official regulation on wood heating. It must also be noted that in Canada, the CSAB415.1-10 Standard is equivalent to the EPA Standard. A wood heater that meets this Standard will generally comply with the regulation in place.


How do I determine the size of heater I need and where should I install it?

Before answering this question, it is very important that you clearly identify what your needs are. Some people will buy a heater simply to enhance the ambiance of a room, while others will buy a heater as their main source of heat. There is no good or bad reason for buying a wood-heat system. If you simply want to enhance the ambiance of a room, most small to medium size heaters will suit your needs. Simply chose the style you like best, and put the unit in the room where you spend the most time. The heat and look of a glowing fire will create an atmosphere of warmth and coziness.

If your primary need is to heat, you must verify the heating capacity of your heater based on the technical data provided by the manufacturer. For instance, if you want to heat an 800-square-foot area on one floor, you need to buy a heater with a minimum capacity of 800 sq. ft.

If you need to heat more than one floor, keep in mind that heat rises. Therefore, a heater located in your basement will help you heat the main floor as well. However, the contrary is not true; a heater located on the main floor (ground floor) will not heat the basement. Keep in mind also that the more divisions there are in the house, the harder it will be to distribute the heat evenly.

If you need to heat two floors, calculate the surface of the lower floor. Then, add 50% of the surface of the upper floor. For instance, if you install a wood-heating system in the basement and you have 800 sq.ft., you will need a heater with a minimum capacity of 1,200 sq.ft. (800 + 400 = 1,200.

If you need to heat more than two floors, calculate the surface of the lower floor (where the wood-heating system is located). Then, add 50% of the surface of the middle floor, and 25% of the surface of the upper floor. For instance, if you install a heater in the basement and you have 800 sq.ft., you will need a heater with a minimum capacity of 1,400 sq.ft. (800+400+200= 1,400). Consult the drawing below. It will help you understand the explanations provided in this section.

REMEMBER: We are talking about "zone" heating, not central heating. The room where the heater is located and the rooms directly above it will always reach higher temperatures than the rooms distant from the unit. If you want an even temperature throughout the house, you need to consider a central heating system, such as a warm air wood furnace. Furthermore, you must keep in mind that the size of the heater you need may vary based on the insulation of your house, its exposure to wind, and the number of windows. It will always be prudent to buy a heater with a capacity that is slightly higher than the minimum capacity that you need. For instance, if you need a minimum capacity of 1,400 sq.ft., it will be more prudent to buy a heater with a capacity of 1,600 sq.ft., if not 1,800 sq.ft. There are three main advantages in buying a larger appliance: the increased heating capacity, the ease of loading more and larger logs (as a result of the greater firebox volume), and the increased combustion time (given the higher loading capacity).

The drawing above gives an example of the minimum heating capacity required for a wood-heating system installed in a house with three floors of 800 sq.ft. each. We assume that the house is well insulated and that air can circulate between each floor through an open stairway and/or floor traps.

Why is the efficiency as per the EPA’s test data smaller than the publicized optimum efficiency?

EPA refers to the CSAB415.1-10 standard for the calculation of the appliance’s efficiency. The efficiency reported as per EPA’s directives consists of an average between four different burn rates, ranging from the lowest burn rate (air intake completely closed) to the highest burn rate (air intake completely open). The optimum efficiency that we publicize is the efficiency obtained according to the same test data, but for the low burn rate only. This efficiency is more realistic for a majority of users whose heating needs require that the unit be used to maximize burn times.

Does my heater qualify under the LEED program?

The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™ encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools and performance criteria. LEED is a third-party certification program and an internationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. It provides building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings’ performance.

The Canadian Green Building Council (CGBC) certifies LEED projects. The Certification is based on the total point score achieved, following an independent review and an audit of selected Credits. With four possible levels of certification (certified, silver, gold and platinum), LEED® is flexible enough to accommodate a wide range of green building strategies that best fit the constraints and goals of particular projects. The Canadian rating systems are an adaptation of the US Green Building Council's (USGBC) LEED Green Building Rating System, tailored specifically for Canadian climates, construction practices and regulations. The rating systems are adapted to the Canadian market through an inclusive process that engages stakeholders and experts representing the various sectors of the Canadian industry.

Wood or pellet stoves, fireplaces, and inserts can qualify under LEED and obtain up to one point provided that they meet the following criteria.





Why doesn't my heater produce enough heat?

Possible causes and solutions:

1- The moisture content of your wood is too high.

Solution: Make sure you use good, seasoned wood. The wood you burn plays an important role in the overall performance of your heater. Your wood should have been properly dried for about one year. Furthermore, it is better to use hardwood, such as oak, maple, beech, or ash. For the same volume, hardwood will produce more heat. Storage is also very important. Wood that has been cut for one, two or even more years, will not necessarily be dry if it has been stored in poor conditions. Under extreme conditions, it may have rotted instead of drying. Smaller pieces of wood will dry faster. The wood should be stored in a place where the grass is not too long, and where the wind will be able to circulate between the logs. A 12-inch gap should be kept between the cords. The wood should be placed in the sunniest area and should be protected from the rain and snow on top, but not on the sides. Use a moisture reader to measure the moisture content of your wood. Ideally, it should be below 25%.

2- The air control mechanism is not open enough.

Solution: Adjust the air control mechanism in order to keep the flue temperature within the comfort zone (between 250 °F and 475 °F) on your chimney thermometer. The air control mechanism must always be closed gradually. You need to obtain a good bed of red embers and the logs must be completely lit up before you close the air control completely. This can easily take up to one hour.

3- The logs that you are using are too big.

Solution: Use smaller pieces of wood and place them to allow proper air circulation between the logs. The same weight of wood cut in many small pieces will produce more heat than fewer, larger logs. Only add big logs when you have a good bed of red embers. Logs with a diameter exceeding 6 inches should always be split. Avoid stacking logs to the top of the firebox.

4- The chimney draft is too weak.

Solution #1: In many cases, a weak draft is simply due to insufficient heat in the exhaust system. Build a small, intense fire, and leave the door ajar (never leave the heater unattended). Before inserting larger logs, use dry kindling to obtain a good bed of red embers. Gradually increase the size of the logs. Close the unit’s door when you reach a flue temperature of approximately 475 °F on the chimney thermometer. Leave the air intake fully open for approximately 15 minutes. Then, gradually close the air intake control. Note that there is no danger in letting the temperature inside the flue reach approximately 700 °F during the start-up. This is even favorable in order to properly start your heater. You must, however, avoid maintaining excessive temperatures (above the comfort zone on your thermometer) during a long period of time. Your chimney thermometer should be positioned on the exhaust pipe, approximately 18 inches above the unit.

Solution #2: Your heater may not have all the oxygen it needs to allow for a sufficient draft. You first need to ensure that the room where the heater is located is sufficiently large and well ventilated. Open the nearest window by approximately 2 inches. If you notice a significant improvement, it is a sign that the unit needs more oxygen. The room may be too insulated or too small. Without an additional source of oxygen, the draft will remain weak and cause the glass stay dirty.

Solution #3: The chimney may be too short. In order to obtain a sufficient draft, your chimney must have a minimum height. Twelve feet (from the heater to the chimney cap outside the house) is a minimum. A height of 15 feet or higher is ideal.

Solution #4: Your exhaust system may be too restrictive or may lack a sufficient rise. Ideally, your exhaust system should not have more than one 90° elbow. Furthermore, all horizontal sections should be as short as possible and have a minimum slope of ¼" per foot.

Solution #5: Your exhaust system may be oversized. When your chimney is oversized, the volume of air that needs to be warmed-up is larger. It is therefore difficult to reach temperatures that will allow for a sufficient draft. Most advanced combustion systems (those certified to EPA/CSAB415.1-10) have a 6" flue outlet (152 mm). If your exhaust system does not have a 6" diameter, a solution is to insert a stainless liner with a 6" diameter inside the exhaust system.

If you have verified all the points mentioned above and your heater works fine, but still does not produce enough heat, you may be asking for more than what your appliance can realistically give you.

Stoves, fireplaces, and inserts are used for "zone heating”. It is normal that the heat is distributed unevenly inside your home. It will always be colder in the rooms that are distant from the heater. Furthermore, since heat rises, a heater located at the ground-floor level will not heat your basement.

Solution 6: It is possible to increase heat circulation between the floors by installing floor traps. The location of your heater is also important. Try to install it in a central location. If you want to heat both your basement and the ground floor, install your heater in the basement. The heat will rise to the upper floors. Verify that the area you try to heat respects your appliance’s heating capacity. Your appliance’s heating capacity can be found on the printed literature, in the owner’s manual, or in the technical data section on our web site. Keep in mind that your appliance's heating capacity assumes optimum conditions. It may be too low in situations where a house is poorly insulated, or highly exposed to wind. If you already have an appliance with a high heating capacity that works normally but does not heat enough, you probably need a central heating system, such as a warm air wood furnace.

Why does the fire go out when I close the loading door?

Possible causes and solutions:

1- The moisture content of your wood is too high.

Solution: Make sure you use good, seasoned cord wood. The wood you burn plays an important role in the overall performance of your heater. Your wood should have been properly dried for approximately one year. Storage is also key. Wood that has been cut for one, two or even more years will not necessarily be dry if it has been stored in poor conditions. Under extreme conditions, it may have rotten instead of drying. Smaller pieces of wood will dry faster. The wood should be stored in a place where the grass is not too long, and where the wind will be able to circulate between the logs. A 12-inch gap should be kept between the cords. The wood should be placed in the sunniest area and should be protected from the rain and snow on top, but not on the sides. Use a moisture reader to measure the moisture content of your wood. Ideally, it should be below 25%.

2- The air control mechanism is not open enough.

Solution: Adjust the air control mechanism in order to keep the flue temperature within the comfort zone (between 250 °F and 475 °F) on your chimney thermometer. The air control mechanism must always be closed gradually. You need to obtain a good bed of red embers and the logs must be completely lit up before you close the air control completely. This can easily take up to one hour.

3- The logs that you are using are too big.

Solution: Use smaller pieces of wood and place them to allow proper air circulation between the logs. The same weight of wood cut in many small pieces will produce more heat than fewer, larger logs. Only add big logs when you have a good bed of red embers. Logs with a diameter exceeding 6 inches should always be split. Avoid stacking logs to the top of the firebox.

4- The chimney draft is too weak.

Solution #1: In many cases, a weak draft is simply due to insufficient heat in the exhaust system. Build a small, intense fire, and leave the door ajar (never leave the heater unattended). Before inserting larger logs, use dry kindling to obtain a good bed of red embers. Gradually increase the size of the logs. Close the unit’s door when you reach a flue temperature of approximately 475 °F on the chimney thermometer. Leave the air intake fully open for approximately 15 minutes. Then, gradually close the air intake control. Note that there is no danger in letting the temperature inside the flue reach approximately 700 °F during the start-up. This is even favorable in order to properly start your heater. You must, however, avoid maintaining excessive temperatures (above the comfort zone on your thermometer) during a long period of time. Your chimney thermometer should be positioned on the exhaust pipe, approximately 18 inches above the unit.

Solution #2: Your heater may not have all the oxygen it needs to allow for a sufficient draft. You first need to ensure that the room where the heater is located is sufficiently large and well ventilated. Open the nearest window by approximately 2 inches. If you notice a significant improvement, it is a sign that the unit needs more oxygen. The room may be too insulated or too small. Without an additional source of oxygen, the draft will remain weak and cause the glass stay dirty.

Solution #3: The chimney may be too short. In order to obtain a sufficient draft, your chimney must have a minimum height. Twelve feet (from the heater to the chimney cap outside the house) is a minimum. A height of 15 feet or higher is ideal.

Solution #4: Your exhaust system may be too tortuous or may lack a sufficiently steep slope. Ideally, your exhaust system should not have more than one 90° elbow. Furthermore, all horizontal sections should be as short as possible and have a minimum slope of 1/4" per foot.

Solution #5: Your exhaust system may be oversized. When your chimney is oversized, the volume of air that needs to be warmed-up is larger. It is therefore difficult to reach temperatures that will allow for a sufficient draft. Most advanced combustion systems (those certified to EPA/CSAB415.1-10) have a 6" flue outlet (152 mm). If your exhaust system does not have a 6" diameter, a solution is to insert a stainless liner with a 6" diameter inside the exhaust system.

Why is the BTU according to EPA test data smaller than the one advertised?

 

You will notice a difference between the BTU output as per the EPA’s test data and what is advertised on our web site and/or product literature. The maximum BTU output we advertise is what will be obtained with a full load of seasoned cordwood inserted inside the firebox. The EPA output, on the other hand, is what has been obtained during emissions testing. The EPA test procedure requires that a special type of wood is used and positioned inside the firebox in a manner that does not represent the way the firebox volume would normally be utilized using seasoned cordwood. The EPA test load is typically much smaller. Hence, the BTU as per the EPA’s test data is reduced. The BTU output that should be considered by a normal user is the one we advertise for seasoned cordwood.

 

Will my insert work in the case of a power failure?

Your insert can be used in a power failure. An insert is built like a wood stove. The only thing that will not work in a power failure is the blower. Operating your insert without the blower will not damage the unit. The disadvantage is that you will not benefit from the heat circulation around the insert’s jacket. Inserts come with a blower because a large portion of the unit is inserted into a masonry opening. The heat that radiates from the portion of the firebox inserted into the masonry hearth does not reach the room as it would with a freestanding wood stove. This is why inserts have a jacket built around the back portion of their firebox. The heat is trapped inside that jacket and is pushed back in front of the stove and into the room with a blower. Without electricity, you will not recover as much heat from the unit. The radiating heat will come mainly from the glass and the front portion of the insert. 

What burn time will I get from my wood heater?

 

The combustion time for an EPA or CSAB415.1-10 certified, non-catalytic wood appliance depends on many factors, the most important being the size of its firebox. Heaters with a 2.0 cubic foot firebox or more will normally have longer burn-times. From 6 to 8 hours is about the burn time you will get. Some companies will advertise longer burn times, but be careful, this calculation is made from the time you light the fire to the time there is absolutely no combustible left into the firebox. No matter what the appliance model is, the maximum BTU output will be obtained over approximately 33% of the total burn cycle. This represents 2 to 3 hours for a medium-size stove. So realistically, you will have to reload the unit every 3 or 4 hours in order to get the maximum heat out of your appliance when you are home. If you don’t reload the heater and let it burn the remaining fuel, your output will slowly decrease until there is no useful heat left to produce (we call this the “tail end” of the combustion cycle). This “tail end” will provide heat for another 4 to 5 hours. So if you are looking for a 6 to 8-hour burn time, make sure you choose an EPA or CSAB415.1-10 certified wood heater with a BTU output (using cordwood) of 60,000 BTU or more. Appliances with that kind of output all have fairly large fireboxes. If you are going to rely mostly on wood for heating and your house has more than 2,000 square feet, do not hesitate to choose one of our larger units (>85,000 BTU). Those appliances will have a burn time of approximately 8 to 10 hours.

What is the advantage of installing a wood insert into a masonry fireplace?

 

An insert is a specially designed appliance intended for installation into a masonry fireplace. Inserts are used to convert conventional masonry fireplaces into effective heating systems. The insert firebox is surrounded by an outer shell. Room air flows between the insert body and the outer shell where it is heated before being returned to the room by natural convection or transferred mechanically. Most of the heat is delivered to the room instead of being trapped behind the insert in the masonry structure. A decorative faceplate covers the space between the insert and the fireplace opening.

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Why does my wood insert blower not move a lot of air?

All of our inserts and blowers are designed to complement each other. It is a matter of achieving the greatest amount of heat transfer from the unit. The key is to design the insert so air can move and extract the greatest amount of heat without cooling the firebox and hindering the efficiency of the unit. If the blower velocity were to be increased, it would give the impression that the unit heats more. However, it would actually blow cooler air and reduce the unit's efficiency. A hot firebox will burn better and cleaner. A slower but hotter air displacement is therefore always preferable. The same principle applies to the heat sensor available on many models. It is better for the heat sensor to activate the blower later, when the unit is very hot, rather than activating it too early and blow cooler air when the unit is still completing its start-up phase.

 

Can I install a liner with a 5-inch or 5.5-inch diameter?

All of our inserts are designed to function with a 6" liner. However, it is adequate to install a 5" or 5.5" liner when the masonry chimney is too tight for a 6" liner. Under certain conditions, the probability of a drafting issue is increased, which could favor smoke spillage and/or reduce combustion quality. But generally speaking, the vast majority of homeowners who properly install a 5" or 5.5" liner and use good heating techniques will be very satisfied with the performance of their wood insert.

Reviews

Stephen Tramontozzi - 2025-01-09   

Looks great, feels safe, heats the house. Also the seller I purchased through had exemplary customer service, especially Brittany who was very helpful.

Joe Robinson - 2025-01-09   

Jesica Pavey - 2025-01-05   

DANIEL ZOLLER - 2024-12-28   

Sherry Grkinich - 2024-12-23   

Wayne Lipham - 2024-12-22   

Whitney Alexander - 2024-12-19   

Tyler Reed - 2024-12-18   

JASON BLAZIER - 2024-12-15   

Dean Schmidtke - 2024-12-08   

Michael Frydenlund - 2024-12-02   

Great stove uses alot less wood than our other old wood insert from 40 years ago.

Tina Castelli - 2024-12-02   

Gerald Robbins - 2024-11-26   

Hugh Greene - 2024-11-24   

Very nice looking and warm!

John Kuder - 2024-11-21   

Great stove, works good after the learning curve. Very happy with it.

Alex Mesley - 2024-11-15   

Tylor Reed - 2024-11-06   

EDWARD RUDD - 2024-11-05   

Rosemary Earley - 2024-10-08   

Donna Dugas - 2024-10-01   

Kady Hoffman - 2024-09-25   

David Alban - 2024-08-27   

Insert looks nice in the fireplace, we will see in a few months how it works, Everything went very well with the installation

Terry Cooper - 2024-08-24   

I haven't used it yet, it's too hot outside

tia horrighs - 2024-08-24   

I have not used it yet but it looks very nice.

Angela Chan - 2024-07-28   

John Hudak - 2024-05-31   

Very impressive unit, just 2 small fires so far but works great. Shipper was very helpful, careful, and communicative. No delivery or quality issues. Marblehead Chimney recommended this unit and did a great job on the install.

James Castelli - 2024-04-16   

Brian Strite - 2024-04-02   

Nicholas Venezia - 2024-03-15   

Marcel Larocque - 2024-03-05   

Michael Ford - 2024-02-15   

James Taylor - 2024-02-15   

Daniel Brock - 2024-02-06   

Mario Banville - 2024-02-05   

Nancy Younghans - 2024-02-02   

Tim Thompson - 2024-01-27   

All good thanks.

Justin Bender - 2024-01-24   

Tennelle McElvain - 2024-01-20   

George Burke - 2024-01-19   

Looks great, just had installed and have not used it yet.

Daniel Nelms - 2024-01-08   

Beautiful unit!

Jeremiah Jacquier - 2024-01-02   

Raymond Quiroz - 2023-12-23   

I have used this unit several times so far and I love it. Heats well and is easy to use. i would recommend this unit to others.

Jeffrey Wurster - 2023-12-16   

Aaron Piselli - 2023-12-11   

George Baker - 2023-12-02   

Adam Miller - 2023-11-29   

Keri Guanciale - 2023-11-26   

keith bordovsky - 2023-11-11   

Elodie Macorps - 2023-11-11   

Le poêle à bois est très simple et petit mais à l’air solide et permet de chauffer notre salon sans problème. Le ventilateur est avancer par rapport au poêle et à la cheminée, ce qui fait perdre de la place. Dans l’ensemble nous sommes satisfaits, mais nous nous inquiétons de la longévité de la corde qui fait l’isolation de la porte, car elle est déjà entrain de se déchirer après notre première utilisation du poêle…

Nancy Wolf - 2023-10-24   

terrence woodry - 2023-10-16   

great looking stove. I has not placed unit in service yet however I am confident that this insert will serve the family well.

Sandy Losey - 2023-10-16   

Jennifer Baker - 2023-10-10   

Floyd Craft - 2023-10-06   

I don't have much to offer at this time, maybe in a month or 2 I can concisely evaluate the unit.

Heather Jolly - 2023-10-06   

Wade Trindle - 2023-09-02   

Barry and Susan Meilleur - 2023-08-31   

Alex Shereika - 2023-07-30   

Jeremiah Jacquier - 2023-06-02   

Andrew Trimmer - 2023-04-09   

Adam Bagriacik - 2023-03-19   

Jeffory Hopp - 2023-03-08   

Greg Stebbins - 2023-03-03   

Martin Olson - 2023-01-30   

Mark Armstrong - 2023-01-29   

Edward Stitz - 2023-01-13   

Joanne Presnell - 2023-01-03   

n/a

Kurt Schleis - 2023-01-02   

deborah hoffman - 2022-12-30   

Nancy Bombaci - 2022-12-28   

Scott Ferrel - 2022-12-14   

Guy aerts - 2022-12-05   

Carl Blaisdell - 2022-12-01   

Very well built. Heats great.

Ronald Cusumano - 2022-11-29   

John Carbone - 2022-11-29   

William Schwanda - 2022-11-28   

I TOOK OUT MY 1976 WOODSTOVE INSERT AND HOOKED UP MY OSBURN 2000 TO THE STOVE PIPE LINER AND PUT ON THE SURROUND FACEPLATE AND WE WERE READY TO FIRE UP THE NEW STOVE.A FEW MINOR ADJUSTMENTS AND EVERY THING WORKS WELL

Ash Ladyman - 2022-11-27   

Very nice. Just what we needed.

James Fitzgerald - 2022-11-25   

Mark Dooling - 2022-11-23   

Hi! So far I am satisfied with the unit itself. I am new to the whole fireplace community and this is my first insert. Installation seem to go smoothly however the blower/fan does not work. I had to hire an independent electrician to troubleshoot the problem. Also, I had no paperwork indicating that I had to register the unit to sign up for the warranty. Had I not spoke to Jack at Osburn I would have never known about it. The problem now is that the serial number needed cannot be obtained because the unit is already installed and the serial number must be on the bottom. (Not on the side or back)

Ann Compagnone - 2022-11-23   

It looks great and heats well so far, however the weather hasn't been too cold. The true test will be in January.

joseph barone - 2022-11-22   

Roseanna McCrady - 2022-11-21   

Jesse Birch - 2022-11-10   

Kristina Podzemelnova - 2022-11-03   

Grover Willcox - 2022-11-03   

we love our Osburn wood insert. It is efficient and quite, not to mention beautiful

Kevin & Jackie Marling - 2022-10-27   

Donald Reilly - 2022-10-23   

Cal & Rene Morrisette - 2022-10-03   

Erik Dygulski - 2022-09-20   

So far I have only inspected the unit as it just arrived. It looks solid and well packaged. The feel of the door handle is a little flimsy as the locking mechanism doesn’t seem very robust when the door is closed tightly. The entire door lifts a few millimeters as the locking mechanism engages. This could me normal but obviously I will know more once fully installed and running. Any insight in the meantime would be appreciated.

Carol Noboa-Teran - 2022-04-07   

We are very happy with our Osburn 2000. It has changed how we use our house. We moved into our current home last summer. At the time we didn't know anything about how comfortable or not it was during the winter, therefore it was disappointing to realize how badly cold the family room was while at the same time receiving high power bills. No way! Costly bills and still very cold? Luckily, we thought, there was a wood stove insert that came with the house; however, after having it inspected, it was declared legacy and unsafe. That's when we considered a replacement. Our chimney sweep recommended the Osburn 2000. The best advice ever! After the installation, we were able to finally enjoy every space of the house. The family room became the preferred spot for the kids after having been the most avoided because of the cold. It's incredibly cozy now not only for the warm temperature but for the ample view of the fire through the insert glass door. One of our cats love it too and he just settles down at a safe but warm distance and seems to just relax for hours. The warm temperature flows across other spaces of the house up to the second floor and the attic -at the second floor level as well with access through another stairway. Our power bills went down, which is twice as amazing then, double the benefits. It was sad when we said it goodbye until the next winter season, because it was so so cozy. No regrets! I'm glad we chose our Osburn.

Sandra Stufflebean - 2022-03-04   

Michael Haun - 2022-03-02   

Claude Bellavance - 2022-02-22   

A date, fonctionne très bien

Jesse Jones - 2022-02-18   

So far it great

Brandt Pemberton - 2022-02-09   

Love this thing, heats our whole house!!

Colleen Dachille - 2022-02-04   

Seems like a very well-made unit. Customer service was amazing!

Walter Waring - 2021-12-31   

Daniel Ross - 2021-12-30   

Justin Bogue - 2021-12-28   

Brian Noah - 2021-12-21   

Justin Gibbs - 2021-12-21   

Very pleased with the ease of install and it burns wood to heat my entire home 2100sqft Downstairs room temperature is 72 degrees upstairs is 70 degrees outside is 12 degrees Fahrenheit.

Randy Rushton - 2021-12-10   

Very Nice!!

Taryn olsen - 2021-11-24   

Marjorie Steed - 2021-11-24   

Replacing a 40 year old massive Kodiak fireplace insert. My new wood insert looks so sleek and modern!

William Knotts - 2021-11-24   

Ann Marie Tobin - 2021-11-22   

I am very satisfied so far, I have been burning for about a month in the new insert. Very efficient. It warms my whole house. Customer service was great!

Brian Zaleski - 2021-11-22   

Gerald Szoka - 2021-11-12   

Gerald Szoka - 2021-11-12   

David Pierce - 2021-11-11   

Alan Johnson - 2021-11-10   

James Kostoplis - 2021-11-02   

Great wood stove insert the included blower is pretty quiet.

douglas robinson - 2021-10-25   

Melissa Stashluk - 2021-10-25   

Looks great! So far have only done a test fire because it hasn’t been cold enough to use it fully. Looking forward to seeing how warm it will keep our home.

KATHY SCHREIBER - 2021-09-09   

Robert Hood - 2021-05-09   

Troy Botel - 2021-03-25   

Chris Lien - 2021-03-13   

Liana Street - 2021-02-28   

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Ryan Marhefka - 2021-02-25   

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Henry Barsotti - 2021-02-22   

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colin graham - 2021-02-19   

We are very happy with our fireplace insert, it is easy to use and works great.

Shawn Sullivan - 2021-02-17   

Pamela Beck - 2021-02-16   

It's easy to operate and the fire stays lit for long stretches of time.

Nicole Mark - 2021-02-14   

Christine Toews - 2021-01-31   

Patrick McBride - 2021-01-30   

Gerald Peters - 2021-01-19   

Brandon Watson - 2021-01-18   

Reginald Szatny Jr. - 2021-01-13   

Joshua Keaton - 2021-01-10   

Extremely impressed with the engineering of this unit , how well made it’s constructed, did extensive research before buying , heats my 2100 square foot Like a beast , not a drop of smoke enters the room when fire door is opened for reload , loaded at 9:30pm checked at 6:00am raked coals to the front after opening air control wide open set for 15 minutes , shut it down and cruised to another heat cycle ... main floor temps 75 and beds 71 extremely satisfied with this product , went from an open fire place , burning way to much wood , to this money saver , thank you Osburn for designing this unit and Providing great customer service ... and to add the trucking company provided sent this unit in pristine condition, on arrival...

Stephen Churchill - 2021-01-08   

Pat Osterberger - 2021-01-03   

Just got our Osborn 2000 model obo2016 . Used for a week what a great stove insert !!!! Very satisfied so far with the performance of this unit

Eric Zikesch - 2020-12-29   

Seem like a good product once it is good and hot. Maintaining a steady temperature is no problem.

Ray Restani - 2020-12-27   

Thomas Harber - 2020-12-06   

I purchased my unit through Dusty Brothers and they installed it. Have had it for a week, and so far really like it.

kevin pritchard - 2020-12-03   

have not used it yet but looks very well built, salesperson was very helpful , trim and faceplate was damaged in shipment, they were helpful in that, sending new so far very pleased

Kim Tierney - 2020-11-25   

JEFF HOMENIK - 2020-11-25   

Very well engineered.

Deborah and phillip Johnson - 2020-11-17   

I love the insert. However, when it arrived, the black steel door overlay was the wrong size. After several attempts of contacting the company that we ordered it from, we still do not have the correct size overlay. It’s very disappointing.

Sheree Barlow - 2020-11-08   

Fredrick & Mary Gabbei - 2020-11-07   

Kelley Cash - 2020-11-02   

Steve Webber - 2020-11-01   

Very Easy to use. Very satisfied.

Normand Taillon - 2020-10-21   

Ryan Edgren - 2020-10-21   

Nice looking. Howvever some of the finishing pieces are backordered. Good installer.

John Davenport - 2020-10-06   

Looks awesome in our living room. Can't wait to get it up and running this winter.

Jorge Velazquez - 2020-02-16   

Canada

Danielle Swiatek - 2019-11-24   

United States

Dennis Ferry - 2019-11-20   

Wonderful looking product. Looking forward to the weekend to get it installed and get my house warm and cozy. Got this stove insert on a freak sale $1800.03 with free shipping! Arrived within a week from ordering, small hiccup when it arrived FedEx didn’t have a lift gate... a little muscle and the use of a pick-up truck got this 450+ pound beast into my garage.