You can tell the quality of a wood stove just by its handle. This is the case for stoves of all shapes and sizes, no matter what manufacturer it comes from. Why is the handle so important in the overall quality of a stove?

Well, the handle is the one part of the stove that is constantly being utilised to open and close. Many budget stoves have very loose handles, but what you want it a handle that has a reassuring clunk to seal the stove shut. No matter whether your stove is modern or traditional, a nice sturdy handle that’s confortable to close will always be a handy feature.

This is why, when you have some time I a showroom, we advise that you open and close the door to get a feel for the overall quality of the stove. It’s just like opening and closing a car door and getting a feel for how well made it is.