Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a range of multi-fuel stoves exempt from the defra regulations. Defra approved appliances are compliant with government regulations and are designed to maximize efficient combustion and low emissions.

This is particularly important if you reside in a smoke-free zone. Even if you don't, the Defra Stove is better for your chimney and your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website, a variety of wood burning stoves are listed either as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. These terms might seem like jargon to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA stands for Department for best DEFRA Stoves Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they handle regulations and policies regarding the environment, farming and food. Defra approved stoves have tested rigorously to ensure that they comply with the strict regulations of the government regarding emissions of smoke during operation. The stoves are designed to burn fuels such as wood and coal more efficiently. This means they generate less pollution.

This is a great news for anyone who lives in a Smoke Control Area as the law currently prohibits the emission of smoke within these areas unless you use an DEFRA approved stove and a fuel approved by defra Stoves Features. In the past, it has been possible to install a non-Defra approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you only used approved fuels like wood. From January 2022, the laws will be changed and stoves that are not approved aren't allowed to be used unless fitted with a secondary and third-party system that will reduce their production of particulate, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are also equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing down the top air vent completely. This could result in the fire to smolder and release smoke into your home. These stoves feature an adjustable air flow that lets you open the top vent just a small amount and still have the safety of a clean, efficient combustion.

Another advantage of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it can be fitted with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is crucial because the majority of codes require a chimney to have a minimum of 5 inches diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a zone of smoke control you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove to use wood legally in your home. DEFRA has tested these stoves to ensure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in smoke zones for control. On the Defra site, you can find a list of places that require a Defra-approved stove.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a stringent test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body is responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting the farming and food industry and sustaining a flourishing rural economy. The tests that Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces low levels of smoke and grit when it is in use.

Many of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are multi fuel stoves that 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.

In contrast to older stoves that are often unsuitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi fuel and woodburning stoves have secondary and tertiary air systems in order to ensure that the wood is fully burned before it exits the chimney. This is a better method than simply leaving a log on the fire for a long period of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that is produced.

If you live in an area that is a Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is an excellent choice for your home. It is not only more environmentally friendly, but it also helps reduce the nuisance smoke which can upset your neighbors.

You can still use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your backyard but remember that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a statutory nuisance and could result in a fine. In the Smoke Control Area, you are not permitted to use open flames or stoves for burning damp, rotten, or wet wood or any other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn different types of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they comply with the strict regulations of the government for emissions when operating in smoke zones of control. This means that you can use them legally in any area of smoke control in the event that you're burning fuels that are approved, such as logs, pellets and brquettes. Stoves that have been approved by Defra will often be denoted with a 'SE' logo which stands for Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes a Defra approved stove distinct from traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents that pre-heat the air before it enters the firebox. This pre-heated, heated air ensures that all fuel is ignited to ensure a cleaner combustion. This also prevents the build-up of soot and clogs in the chimney. Defra stoves are equipped with internal baffles which help to regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

The use of non-Defra-approved stoves in smoke controlled areas could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). If you want to avoid being accused of being prosecuted by Defra make sure you make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been inspected in accordance with the government's guidelines.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most kinds of fuel, but are especially suited to dry wood, both soft and hard. Air vents cannot be shut completely, which means there's always oxygen to support the clean combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current standards for air quality of the government, but also with future Ecodesign requirements that will be implemented in 2022. Stovax wood-burning and multifuel stoves will be branded with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, that confirms they comply with the new emission standards that are more stringent. These new standards are being implemented as part of the government's continued efforts to ensure that the air in the country is clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a smoke control area then a Defra exempt multi fuel NRG 4.5KW Eco Design Stove Portable Fireplace will assist you in complying with the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel appliances have been tested by independent experts in order to ensure that they comply with the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a Smoke control zone. They can burn wood, or other fuels, such as coal without concern about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA certified can reduce smoke levels through advanced technology for combustion that produces less smokiness. They employ the second stage of combustion, which burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them more Efficient 5KW Eco Stove - MultiFuel Cast Iron and cleaner. These stoves can reduce not only the amount of carbon dioxide emissions, but also the amount of soot in the chimney and flue.

This is great news if you live in a smoke controlled zone as it means you can enjoy a real fire more often and longer, with the added benefit of having lower utility bills. Because of the less pollution, these kinds of wood burning and multi fuel stoves are good for the environment as they can be used to burn a wider variety of materials than other stoves.

A simple kit provided by the manufacturer can make a majority of stoves DEFRA-exempt. This kit can alter the vents for air on the stove so that they do not close at night. This is known as slumbering. It allows part-burned combustibles and flammables to escape into the air instead of going up the chimney where they could hinder the flue. DEFRA approved stoves do not sleep, and therefore are better for the environment and far less likely to block a chimney.

It is recommended that an HETAS registered installer or a Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the best out of it. This will give you peace of mind that your installation was completed according to the proper specifications and is in compliance with the most current regulations. It will also protect your warranty since the installer is able to self-certify their work.