Description
For a big room that needs serious heat, the Godin Fontemont is one of the strongest stoves in the Godin range we carry. This large cast iron fireplace puts out 12kW, weighs 156 kg and has the classic, solid look Godin is known for. It is the kind of stove that becomes the centre of a lounge and stays there for decades.
Godin Fontemont Wood Fireplace Features
Mass that means comfort
Cast iron heats slowly and cools slowly. With 156 kg of it, the Fontemont builds up a deep store of warmth and then releases it gently. The result is an even room temperature rather than a blast of heat near the stove and cold corners elsewhere.
Plenty of power for open-plan living
At 12kW, the Fontemont has the output to warm a large lounge, a double-volume space or a combined living and dining area. On the coldest Cape nights you can run it hard; on milder evenings you can turn the air down and let it tick over.
Generous size
The body measures 45.7 x 66.2 x 90 cm, so there is room in the firebox for a good load of wood and fewer trips to reload. The 180 mm flue suits the stove’s high output and gives a strong draw.
Godin quality
Godin is known for heavy cast iron stoves with a timeless look, and many buyers looking for a godin fireplace South Africa wide want exactly this mix of heritage looks and heavy build.
Is the Godin Fontemont right for your home?
As a rough guide, a stove of this output suits a large or open-plan area of around 120 m2, or a room with a high ceiling. In a small closed lounge it would be too strong. Share your room size and a few photos and we will confirm the match, or compare it with our other freestanding fireplaces.
Installation in Cape Town
Our team supplies and installs the Fontemont with the correct 180 mm flue, cowl and roof flashing for Cape wind and winter rain, and we provide the compliance certificate. See how our fireplace installation service works, browse all Godin fireplaces, or read our Godin range guide.
Godin Fontemont FAQs
How much space will the Godin Fontemont heat?
As a rough guide, about 120 m2 or a room with a high ceiling. Insulation, windows and how open the layout is all make a difference, so we check your space before recommending it.
Why is the Fontemont so heavy?
Its 156 kg comes from thick cast iron. That weight is what stores heat and lets the stove keep warming the room after the fire burns down. Our installers handle the delivery and placement.
Which Godin fireplaces are smaller?
If your room is modest, the slim Godin Calina or the classic Petit Godin are better fits. Our team can talk you through the options.
Want the Fontemont in your lounge? Request a quote or WhatsApp our team and we will plan the install with you.
