Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves
The latest defra certified multi fuel stoves incorporate the latest clean burning technology with larger viewing areas and traditional designs. They include preheated-airwash systems as well as third-level and secondary combustion as well as the capability to burn wood or smokeless fuels.
The UK government requires that all households living in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances, and use fuels that are licensed. Stove Supermarket offers a selection of exempted defra stoves that conform to the regulations.
Clean Burning
Defra approved stoves have been subjected to rigorous tests in order to ensure that they produce low emissions. This permits you to legally burn smokeless fuels within a smoke control zone. They are usually HETAS-approved and have a clearSkies rating that means they are in compliance with the strictest emissions regulations.
The stoves are designed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood is never cut off from oxygen, which would cause it to smoulder or create black smoke. This allows the stoves to keep a low rate of combustion until total amount of fuel is consumed. It is common to find that a defra exempt stove comes with a secondary airflow system that ensures that briquettes with a part-burning process and other solid fuel are burned in a controlled manner that reduces harmful gases and particulates.
You can buy an array of various styles of defra approved multi fuel stoves, with various contemporary and traditional designs to choose from. These stoves are ideal for installation in an existing fireplace chamber or an inglenook. My Home Page are made by top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley and are equipped with the most recent technology of clean burning stoves. They feature high efficiency heating as well as secondary and tertiary combustion systems that remove smoke particles before they are drawn up the chimney.
If you reside in an area that is smoke-free or not, a Defra-approved log stove is the ideal for any home. They are ideal for use with both natural wood and smokeless solid fuel and you can easily change between them using the reversible airflow control on your stove. This gives you flexibility and versatility, and allows you to use your stove all the season.
To be compliant with building codes, a defra-exempt stove must be installed by a certified installer. This installer can verify that the appliance meets the current regulations and is suitable for regular usage. We have a team of HETAS certified installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, assuring that you are in compliance with the government's smoke emission regulations.
Low Emission Vehicles
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs of the UK government is accountable for regulating policies and practices related to food, agriculture, and other natural issues. One of the main areas they supervise is smoke control, which prohibits the emission of dark smoke from chimneys in urban areas (apart from certain exemptions).
If you live in a city or large town - also known as an area that is smoke-free - you will require a DEFRA approved stove to burn wood and other solid fuels legally and keep your neighbors from being disturbed by noisy smoke. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass strict emission tests and limit their output which makes them more eco green than the older models.
DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and meet environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means that you can heat your home faster and emit less harmful gas into the air, thereby decreasing carbon footprint.
Look for the DEFRA-approved logo when shopping for wood burning or multifuel stove. This will appear in the title of the stove or specification. It may also be followed by a 'SE', which means Smoke Exempt. If you notice this then you can be sure that the stove been able to pass the stringent DEFRA tests and is able to be used in a smoke-control area in the event of burning approved fuels.
Many people think that a DEFRA approved multi fuel stove can only be suitable for use with authorised smokeless fuels, like briquettes and firelogs. However, this isn't entirely true. As long as you follow the instructions of the manufacturer and only burn approved fuels, you are able to burn any solid fuel on an approved DEFRA stove, including wood that is seasoned.
You'll get the most value from your DEFRA Multifuel Stove if make use of dry and seasoned wood with an average moisture content of less than 20 percent. Using wet wood will create excessive smoke and could end your warranty. Mineral fuels that have a sulphur level below 2% should be avoided to avoid the formation of excessively dense ash deposits.
Versatility
There are a variety of styles to pick from. These include traditional designs that will fit into an existing fireplace or inglenook to contemporary stoves which are perfect for homes that do not have a pre-installed surround. Multi fuel stoves that are Defra approved are equipped with a multi fuel grate, allowing you to burn wood, logs and smokeless coal. This gives you more options for heating. If you are planning to use your stove as a slumber burner (overnight), a Defra-approved wood burner is not suitable because it requires a continuous air supply.
Convenience
If you reside in a zone that has smoke control, a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is a must. These stoves allow you to burn wood or smokeless fuel and they are designed to allow this to happen without releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. A Defra approved stove will ensure you are within the local laws and avoid expensive penalties.
Defra-approved stoves employ the most advanced technology for combustion to burn wood and other solid fuels in a clean manner. This is achieved by delivering just the right amount air into the firebox, thus preventing fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops combustibles that have been partially burned, such as ash and soot from going up the chimney and into the room. This means you're less likely to have blocked chimneys, and that's an environmental benefit too.
Stove World UK is proud to offer a selection of DEFRA-exempt wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves made by top brands. We've got everything from traditional to modern designs, and all of our stoves are available with a range of flue sizes. This way, you can choose the right model to fit your home and your budget.
The FLARE Collection Ignite 5 Multifuel Stove by Be Modern is a good example of a low-cost stove that is Defra-approved and has all the features you need. It features a stunning wide-viewing glass window to watch the beautiful dance of flames, and it can also burn wood and smokeless fuel.
The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is another great affordable option that can be used in smoke controlled areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove boasts an impressive heat output of 5kW and is able to be used with a base that can store logs to make it compact for fireplaces with higher openings. This stove has an grate that can be multifuel, meaning you can use wood and various smokeless fuels.