Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The most recent defra-approved multi fuel stoves blend the latest clean burning technology with extended viewing areas and traditional designs. Features include preheated airwash systems secondary and tertiary combustion as well as the possibility of burning wood or approved smokeless fuels.

The UK government requires homes in Smoke Control Areas to only use exempt appliances and authorized fuels. Stove Supermarket offers a range of defra exempt stoves that comply with the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved multi fuel stoves have been subjected to rigorous tests to make sure they emit a low amount of emissions and allow you to use smokeless fuels legally within the smoke control zone. A majority of these stoves are also HETAS approved and have the clearSkies certification, meaning they meet the strictest emissions regulations.

These stoves are constructed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood isn't cut off from oxygen, which would cause it to smoulder or produce black smoke. This permits the stove to maintain a constant low level of combustion until all the fuel has been used up. A defra-exempt stove will often have a secondary airflow mechanism that ensures that the solid fuel and briquettes burn in a controlled way, reducing harmful gases and particles.

You can purchase a wide range of different styles of defra approved multi fuel stoves. There are various contemporary and traditional designs to choose from. These stoves are ideal for installation inside a fireplace or inglenook. Many of these models are manufactured by top brands like Arada, Stovax, Burley and Parkray and feature the latest technology in clean burning stoves. These models offer high heating efficiency, secondary and tertiary burners that eliminate smoke particles prior to their being dragged up the chimney.

No matter if you reside in a zone of smoke control or not, a Defra approved log burner can be the ideal addition to your home. These stoves are ideal for use with natural wood and smokeless solid fuel, and you can easily switch between the two using the reversible airflow controls on your stove. This gives you complete flexibility and versatility and means you'll be able to enjoy your stove all year long.

To comply with building codes, a defra-exempt stove is required to be installed by a certified installer. This installer can verify that the appliance is in compliance with the latest regulations and is suitable for use on a regular basis. We have a team HETAS approved installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove correctly and safely, assuring that you are in compliance with the government's smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is responsible for regulating and policies that concern the natural environment, agriculture, food issues and much more. One of the most important areas they manage is smoke control, which prohibits the emission of dark smoke from chimneys in urban areas (apart from certain exceptions).

If you reside in a region which is smoke-free or a large city in which smoke is controlled, you'll need an approved DEFRA stove to burn wood or other solid fuels to keep your neighbors from being annoying. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass strict emissions tests and minimise their outputs and are therefore more environmentally friendly than older models.

DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and meet environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means that you will get your room heated faster by using less wood and emit less harmful gases into the atmosphere and reduce the carbon footprint of your home.

When you are looking for a wood burning or multifuel stove, be sure to look for the DEFRA approved logo. It is usually displayed on the stove's specifications or title and is often followed by the letter "SE" which means Smoke Exempt. If you notice this then you can be certain that the stove has passed the rigorous DEFRA stoves reviews tests and is suitable for use in a smoke control zone when burning fuels that are approved.

Many people think that a DEFRA approved multi fuel stove will only work with smokeless fuels that are approved, such as briquettes and DEFRA Compliant Stoves UK firelogs. This isn't entirely true. In reality so long as you burn fuels that are approved for burning in your DEFRA stove and DEFRA Compliant Stoves UK follow the manufacturer's recommendations for safe operation, then you can use most solid fuels in a DEFRA stoves reviews approved stove, which includes the seasoned hardwood.

You'll get the most out of your DEFRA Multifuel Stove when you make use of only dry and seasoned wood with an average moisture content of less than 20 percent. Wet wood may cause excessive smoke, which can cause the warranty to be void. Mineral fuels with a sulphur levels below 2% should also be avoided in order to avoid dense deposits of ash.

Versatility

There's a broad range of styles to choose from that range from traditional designs that will fit perfectly into the existing fireplace chamber or inglenook to modern stoves that are ideal for homes that do not have a pre-installed fireplace surround. Multi fuel stoves that are DEFRA compliant stoves UK (try these out) approved can be equipped with a multi fuel grate permitting you to burn wood, logs and smokeless coal. This gives you more heating options. But if you are planning to use your stove for slumber burning (overnight) then it is recommended that you use a Defra approved wood burner is not suitable as it needs a constant supply of air.

Convenience

If you reside in a zone that has smoke control, an Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is a must. These stoves are designed to allow the burning of wood and smokeless fuel without emitting harmful pollutants into the air. A Defra approved stove will ensure you are in compliance with local laws and avoid expensive penalties.

Defra approved stoves employ the latest technology for combustion to cleanly burn wood and other solid fuels. They accomplish this by delivering the correct amount of air into the firebox, thereby preventing the fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops part-burned combustibles like soot and ash from traveling up the chimney and then into the room. This means you're far less likely to have a blocked chimney and it's an environmental benefit too.

Stove World UK is proud to offer a range of DEFRA-exempt wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves from the top brands. Our stoves come in a range of styles from traditional to the contemporary. We also have various sizes of flues. This means you can find the perfect 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 require. It comes with a stunning wide-viewing glass window to take in the captivating dance of flames, and it can also burn wood and smokeless fuel.

The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is another affordable option that can be used in smoke controlled areas. It is a powerful 5kW heating capacity and also the added benefit of being able be combined with log store bases to create the most compact design to fit into larger fireplace openings. This stove also has a multi-fuel grate, so you can use a variety of non-smoke fuels as well as wood if you want to add versatility to your heating options.