Defra Exempt 5kw multi fuel stoves defra approved Fuel Stoves

There's a huge selection of defra-exempt multi fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves comply with the regulations of the government, and are designed for efficient combustion and low emissions.

This is especially important especially if you live in a smoke control zone. Even if you do not have a smoke control area, a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and for your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our website that a few of our wood burning stoves are categorized as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be an esoteric term to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, DEFRA approved traditional stoves Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for the policies and regulations related to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure they adhere to the strict regulations of the government regarding emissions of smoke during operation. These stoves are additionally designed to burn authorized fuels such as coal and wood more efficiently, meaning that they produce far fewer pollutants.

It is good news for those who reside in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in such areas except when using a DEFRA-approved stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install an non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. However, from January 2022 the laws are changing and stoves that are not approved are not allowed to be installed unless they've been equipped with a secondary or tertiary combustion system that can dramatically reduce their production of particulate matter, carbon dioxide, NOx and organic gaseous compounds.

Our DEFRA registered stoves approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism to prevent you from closing the top air vent completely. This can cause the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. These stoves feature an adjustable air flow that allows you to open the top vent a bit and still keep an efficient, safe combustion.

Another benefit of buying a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is crucial because there are numerous building regulations that state that you must have a chimney with at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a smoke control area you'll require a Defra approved stove if you want to legally burn wood in your home. These stoves have been inspected by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in smoke control zones. You can see the list of areas in which you require a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Defra Exempt Stoves & Multi Stoves for Fuel

A Defra approved wood stove, also called a DEFRA Multi Wood Burning Stove, will have been through a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs. The UK government agency responsible to protect our natural environment, promoting the food and agriculture industries and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed so that the stove produces low levels of grit and smoke when it is in operation.

Many of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are multi fuel stoves that will allow you to burn authorised smokeless fuels and seasoned wood. These stoves are also referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

The most recent Defra multi-fuel stoves and woodburning stoves are equipped with secondary and tertiary ventilation systems that ensure the wood is completely burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a cleaner procedure than leaving a fire on the fire to burn for long periods of time and it reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that could be emitted.

If you reside or plan to move into an area designated as a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from Defra is an excellent option for you. It is not only more environmentally friendly but it will also help reduce the amount of smoke that can irritate your neighbours.

You can still use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your yard but be aware that toxic or excessive smoke could be a nuisance for the law and could result in a fine. In a Smoke Control Area You are not allowed to use open flames or stoves that burn damp, rotten or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn a variety of fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they meet the government's strict regulations for emissions in smoke control areas. This means that you can use them legally in any area of smoke control as long as you're burning fuels that are approved, like pellets, logs and briquettes. Stoves that have been approved by Defra will often be denoted with an 'SE' logo that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What makes the DEFRA approved Traditional stoves approved stove different to traditional multifuel stoves is that they have secondary air vents that pre-heat the air prior to entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, which results in an efficient combustion process. It also reduces soot build in the chimney and keeps it from clogging. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates which help to control the flames and ensure even heat distribution.

Defra could impose heavy fines on anyone who uses appliances that are not approved by Defra in areas with smoke control. To avoid the risk of being prosecuted by Defra you should only purchase and make use of a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to meet the government's strict requirements.

DEFRA stoves can also be called Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all kinds of fuel, but are particularly suited to dry hard and soft wood. The air vents aren't closed completely, meaning there is always oxygen to ensure pure combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current air quality standards of the government as well as with the future Ecodesign requirements that will be in place in 2022. A large portion of Stovax multi-fuel and wood burning stoves we offer will carry this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which confirms that they meet the new standards for emissions. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's ongoing efforts to keep the country's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you live in a smoke control area then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove will aid you in observing the regulations. This is because these multi fuel and wood burning stoves have been tested independently to ensure they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in a Smoke Control Area. They can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels like coal without concern about the amount of smoke they emit.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved are able to reduce smoke levels through advanced technology for combustion that produces less smoke. These stoves use the second stage of combustion, which recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. These stoves reduce not only the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area that is smoke-free it is a good idea to be aware of. You can use a fireplace more often and for longer. In addition, you'll save money on your utility bills. These wood burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment as they produce less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be converted to DEFRA exempt using an easy manufacturer-supplied kit. This changes the air vents on the stove, preventing them from closing at night. This is known as slumbering and it allows part-burned combustibles that would otherwise block the flue to escape into the atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves do not sleep, and therefore are better for the environment and far less likely to block the chimney.

To get the most out of your DEFRA approved stove it is recommended you have it installed professionally by a HETAS Registered Installer or an Building Control Officer. You'll have peace of assurance that the installation was completed in accordance with the correct specifications and is compliant with the current regulations. It will also protect your warranty, as the installer can self-certify their work.