The ACR Astwood II 5kW Traditional Multifuel Stove is a classic-looking stove that combines traditional styling with modern clean-burning performance. Designed to offer the charm of a more timeless stove design alongside the flexibility of multifuel operation, it is well suited to homes that want a traditional focal point without giving up efficiency or smoke control compliance.
A key strength of the Astwood II is its versatility. As a multifuel stove, it can burn both wood and smokeless fuels, helped by its adjustable log guard which can be set depending on the fuel being used. This gives it more flexibility than a wood-only model and makes it a practical option for households that want choice in how they heat their room. The stove also features a large glass door, with the view of the flames kept cleaner for longer by a powerful airwash system.
Constructed from a combination of quality cast iron and steel, the Astwood II is finished in matt black paint and has a reassuringly solid, traditional appearance. In performance terms, it offers a 5 kW nominal output, with an output range of 3.5 kW to 8 kW. It achieves 80.36% gross efficiency and 82% net efficiency, is DEFRA exempt for wood burning in smoke controlled areas, and carries an A+ energy rating. It accepts logs up to 42 cm, weighs 95 kg, and uses a 125 mm flue diameter.
The stove requires a 12 mm superficial non-combustible hearth, as it remains below 100 degrees underneath in normal operation. It also comes with a 10 year warranty on the stove castings, excluding consumable items such as glass, grates, bricks and door seals.
Key Features:
- Traditional multifuel stove
- 5 kW nominal output
- Output range 3.5 to 8 kW
- Burns wood and smokeless fuels
- Large glass door
- Powerful airwash system
- Adjustable log guard
- Cast iron and steel construction
- Matt black paint finish
- DEFRA exempt
- Suitable for smoke controlled areas
- A+ energy rating
- 125 mm flue diameter
- Accepts logs up to 42 cm
- 12 mm hearth compatible
- 10 year warranty on castings
Expert Insight
The Astwood II is a particularly practical option for customers who want the more traditional look of a cast stove but also want the added flexibility of a multifuel appliance. The ability to burn both wood and approved smokeless fuel gives it a broader appeal than a standard wood-only model.
Its 5 kW nominal output also places it in a very popular part of the market, making it suitable for a wide range of living rooms without usually triggering the need for additional room ventilation, though this should always be confirmed against installation requirements.
Suitability
The ACR Astwood II 5kW Traditional Multifuel Stove is well suited to period homes, cottages, traditional interiors, and any living space where a classic stove appearance is wanted with the added benefit of multifuel capability and smoke control compliance.
Installation / Technical Notes
The stove measures 596 mm high, 542 mm wide and 420 mm deep, with a weight of 95 kg. It uses a 125 mm flue and requires a 12 mm superficial non-combustible hearth. It is DEFRA exempt for burning wood in smoke controlled areas and can also burn smokeless fuels.
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