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Roaring Meg Fires
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Size Is TheFireplace?Roaring Meg ​ 260W x 320H x 350D ( - heat shield) 320W x 320H x 380D (+ heat shield) 48kgs Output 7-8KW ​ Mini Meg ​ 200W x 250H x 280D (- heat shield) 250W x 250H x 305D (+ heat shield) 28kgs Output 4-5KW
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How Long Does It Take To Make?One week from production date
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What heights are the wood storage bases?I can make any height to suits your needs. The most popular heights are 400mm and 500mm for both size units.
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How long will it take for me to receive my fire?Normally the lead time is 3-4 weeks but in the colder months this can be up to 5-6+ weeks.
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What are the heat outputs of your fires?The Mini Meg is estimated to be 4-5kw and the larger Roaring Meg is estimated to be 7-8kw.
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Are your fires tested and certified?The Mini Meg is a untested unit and is only to be installed into movable accommodation where are permit is not required. Roaring Meg in combination with a wood storage base has been tested to standards AS/NZS 2918:2018 so a building permit can be achieved.
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Are your fires clean air approved?Neither of my units are clean air approved which is not a requirement when being installed into movable accommodation or in rural areas.
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How much is freight?Freight costs can vary from $110 -$180 all depending on location. If you pick up from your local PBT depot its normally around $110.
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What finishes do you fires come in?The fires standard finish is a natural steel finish with a coat of stove polish applied to protect it from the elements. I also offer the option for your fire to be sand blasted and painted which is advised if you are planning on installing into a boat and near salt water.
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Do you ship abroad?Yes. Please email me you location and fire choice and i will get a qoute together for you.
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What kind of wood is best to burn?The best wood to burn is well seasoned hard woods and will also achieved the longest burn rate.
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Will your fires burn all night long?The Roaring Meg unit will burn through the night when using hard wood such as blue gum. The Mini Meg unit is to small.
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What are you fires made from?Both units are made from New Zealand 6mm hot rolled mild steel please.
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What clearances are needed between the stove and combustibles?For the Mini Meg 200mm is recommended in all directions .With the Roaring Meg a 250mm clearance is recommended. These measurements can be halved when using additional heat shielding to surrounding combustible surfaces. For a certified install of the Roaring Meg please make contact and i will provide you with all documentation and clearances needed .
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Can i burn drift wood in my Meg?This is not advised as the salt can rust the fire from the inside out.
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Can you cook on your fires?Yes cooking on both units is possible with the Roaring Meg unit being the best.
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