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Getting a real fire inside doesn’t have to require a giant, expensive renovation. Solo Stove just released the new Lloyd 2.0 Modern Fireplace that uses smokeless gel fuel for a safe burn indoors or under a covered outdoor space.
Features and Specs
- Retail price of $549.99 (check price)
- Made from powder coated steel
- Comes in two colors, Graphite or Sunkissed
- It’s 26″ wide x 43″ high x 20″ deep
- Weighs in at 30 lbs
Adds Design and Fire to a Space
The Lloyd 2.0 is all about creating ambiance. It has a mid-century modern style like the iconic Malm Cone fireplaces that you’d see in the 1960’s. I always associate them with movies that take place in California in that era.
Unlike the Malm Cone fireplaces that require a vented chimney, the Lloyd 2.0 is ready to go from the box. It uses three smokeless gel fuel cans to create a fire that burns cleanly with no smoke, soot, or ash. They’re almost like burning large Sterno cans. Each can burns for about two hours.
Difference From OG Lloyd
As you could guess from the 2.0 in the name, the new Lloyd 2.0 is an updated version of the Lloyd. Just like Terminator 2: Judgement Day, this sequel got better than the original.
The Lloyd 2.0 has a flat back, rather than round, so it will fit up against a wall and better use of your space. It also has a a built-in aroma tray that sits on top of the chimney. It allows you add essential oils to mix to bring in another sense to your experience.
They also say that the Sunkissed color and the Lloyd name were inspired by Lloyd Christmas’ suit from Dumb and Dumber. By they say that, I mean that I said it, and wrote it down.
Progression of TerraFlame
The latest Lloyd shows Solo Stove’s plan to keep using IP from TerraFlame. They acquired TerraFlame to bring the fire inside and add some style, but ended up divesting them.
As part of the sale, Solo Stove retained the rights to the IP and exclusive distribution. The Lloyd 2.0 shows that they still believe in releasing lifestyle products and indoor fire options.