What Are Defra Approved Stoves?

Also called Defra Exempt Stoves and Smoke Control Approved Stoves These stoves are designed to burn Defra approved smokeless fuels like Anthracite ovals. However, they won't be suitable for use with wood.

To be exempt from Defra, a stove's air control and flue draught must pass laboratory testing. These tests are a little different from actual conditions.

Clean Burn Technology

A DEFRA-approved stove is a multifuel or wood-burning stove that has been through a rigorous test developed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test ensures that the stove is able to burn authorised smokeless fuels such as briquettes and logs in Smoke Controlled Areas. This kind of stove will not just be more eco-friendly but also for your neighbors since it will reduce nuisance fume.

These DEFRA stoves have a special combustion technology that enables them to sleep or Defra List stoves slumber longer than other stoves. They can burn non-smokeless fuels that are approved in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining the heat output required for your home. They do this by limiting the flow of oxygen into the firebox, forcing the fuel to burn at a lower level until it is depleted.

DEFRA list stoves stoves will often be referred to as SE stoves or smoke-free stoves. They will also have an emblem or label with the DEFRA Logo. They may also be marked as Ecodesign 2022 compliant to indicate that they will be in compliance with the new Ecodesign emission limits when they come into force next year.

There are a variety of factors to take into account when buying a DEFRA. Included in this are the model of stove, the fuel types that can be used and the amount heat it is capable of producing. There are also some additional options to think about, like a simple remote control system or an air wash system.

There are many styles of DEFRA woodburning stoves and multi-fuel stoves available. There are a variety of traditional models to pick from when you are looking to install a stove into an existing fireplace or inglenook. There are also modern and contemporary models that look amazing without a surround or mantle. It is also important to think about the type of fuel you want to use. There are DEFRA approved stoves and wood burners which are exempt from regulations.

Suitable for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many cities and towns in the UK are classified as Smoke Control Areas, so if you reside in one of them, you'll require an DEFRA exempt wood burner or multi-fuel stove. These stoves are designed to comply to the Clean Air Act regulations, and have been tested for smokeless combustion.

The key characteristic of a DEFRA approved stove is that they have been engineered with Clean Burn technology, which is how they are able to be smoke-free. This is accomplished by injecting oxygen into the combustion chamber continually until the fuel has been consumed. This means the fire can't be shut off like a traditional stove, and it will continue to burn at a lower temperature until the fuel is consumed completely and the flue gases are exhausted.

This means that you can legally use the stove in a Smoke Control Area with 'authorised fuels', which are wood and manufactured smokeless fuels (anthracite, smokeless briquettes, and firelogs). This is different to stoves that are not Defra approved, and can only be used in a Smoke Control Area if they have been equipped with a specific Smoke Control Kit.

It is possible to put the Smoke Control Kit on a wood burning stove that is not exempt from DEFRA, but this is not recommended. You could put your family members at risk by inhaling toxic gases and toxins which can cause lung damage. The use of a non DEFRA exempt wood burning stove in a Smoke Control Area may result in heavy fines.

Stovax has a wide selection of multi-fuel and wood burning fireplaces, stoves and fires that are all DEFRA exempt and are able to be used in areas with smoke control. Please enter your postcode to locate the nearest dealer. Our dealers will be willing to assist you in finding the perfect DEFRA-approved stove for your home.

It is crucial to keep in mind that all new stoves should be installed by a HETAS certified installer to ensure they are safe and meet the requirements of current building regulations. Stoves that are DEFRA approved and DEFRA list Stoves can be used in a Smoke Control Area helps to reduce your carbon emissions, which has assisted in reducing sulphur dioxide levels in the air. Ecodesign regulation across the EU will be in place by 2022 and will establish the minimum efficiency and emission limits.

Smokeless Fuels

When selecting a stove that uses smokeless fuels, there are a lot of aspects to take into consideration. To begin, the stove needs to be DEFRA certified to be used in a smoke-free area. The stove has been subjected to rigorous tests to reduce particulate emissions. In addition there are a variety of stoves with specially-designed smokeless fuels which burn cleaner than traditional coal. This is better for the environment and your neighbors.

Smokeless fuels are usually anthracite based and come in the form of brquettes. They are more environmentally friendly and last up to 40% better than traditional coal. Smokeless fuels also generate more heat and emit less carbon dioxide than traditional coal.

They are more expensive than traditional coal, however they come with a number of benefits to offer you and your family. They are less difficult to light and do not generate as much soot or ash. The glass screen and stove grate will have to be cleaned less often. They also produce a more dancing flame and they don't emit the same amount of smoke that is a nuisance.

Always be aware that if your house is in a smoke-control zone, you can only use wood or authorised fuels to heat your stove. You could be fined if burn fuels that are not approved. If you are using a woodburner that is not DEFRA-approved, you may produce smoke that could cause a disturbance to your neighbors.

This is why it's important to buy the DEFRA exempt stove that permits you to use smokeless fuels inside your home. All stoves in this group have been thoroughly tested to ensure they're in compliance with DEFRA regulations and do not emit nuisance smoke. This is accomplished by ensuring that the stoves use the latest combustion technologies which prevent part-burned combustibles being released into air.

Warranty

DEFRA stoves can be wood burning or multi-fuel stoves that are approved to be used in Smoke Control Areas. They have been subjected to rigorous tests to ensure that they are efficient and clean combustion, with minimal emissions and optimum performance. They are available in many different styles to match your home's aesthetic.

Defra Approved Stoves are identified in the market under a variety of different names including Defra Exempt Stoves, SE Stoves, Smoke Exempt stoves, Smoke Control Area Approved stoves as well as Cleanburn Stoves. All of these terms refer to the same type stove that has been tested to meet the strict requirements of UK laws that limit the use of smoke for a specified period of time.

A Defra Approved stove can only be used to burn dry wood and approved smokeless fuels like blue flame or anthracite oval anthracite. If you try to burn anything else could cause smoke nuisance that could cause health issues for people with asthma or other breathing disorders. It is the responsibility of the installer and the customer to check that the appliance is appropriate for their home by using the Defra calculator, making sure that all chimney components are in order DEFRA stoves online and that the minimum distances to combustibles have been adhered to and that the size of the hearth is suitable for the stove that is being installed.

Stoves installed incorrectly may cause leakage, damage and could void the warranty. The installation should be carried out by a qualified HETAS engineer to ensure the stove is safe for use and is installed correctly. Consumable items like glass door and glass rope seals, paint finish, internal lining plates or baffles and firebricks are not covered under the warranty. These parts are considered to be replaceable and can be purchased if required. The warranty does not cover damage caused by high humidity or salt air.

A DEFRA stove will not only bring warmth to your home but also provide peace of mind knowing you're helping help protect the environment. If you choose a DEFRA approved wood burning or multi fuel stove you can rest assured that you will be able to enjoy your stove for many years to come.