What is a DEFRA Exempt Stove?

A DEFRA exempted stove is a wood-burning or multi-fuel stove that has been authorised to burn certain kinds of fuels, even in zones of smoke control. They ensure maximum combustion while reducing amount of smoke.

Many leading stove manufacturers now offer DEFRA exempted stoves with secondary or tertiary combustion systems that help to reduce emissions and make them more eco-friendly.

Selecting a Defra-Exempt Stove

It is important to know that not all stoves made from wood or multi-fuel are the same. There are a variety of factors to consider from the size and heat output to whether or not it is defra approved.

Defra Approved Stoves are also known as smoke-free stoves. They've been tested to meet the UK government's strict environmental standards. These stoves are able to be used in smoke control areas and are able to burn fuels that would not normally be allowed, such as wood.

These stoves are made to create less smoke and harmful emissions when burning fuel which helps to reduce the impact on the environment. However, they can also help you save on the cost of energy in a way other kinds of wood burners or open fire cannot. This is because they can typically have higher combustion rates which mean that they generate more heat with the same amount of fuel.

The Defra-exempt stoves that we sell are also equipped with secondary and tertiary systems that help to reduce the amount of pollutants produced by the combustion of fuel. This means that they are more environmentally friendly than other wood-burning stoves or open fires that are not Defra approved and can help to keep your chimneys free of dust for longer.

If you reside in a smoke-free zone, it is crucial that you use a Defra-exempt stove. This will ensure that you don't break the law and could face the hefty penalty. However, if you do not reside in a smoke-free area, we would still recommend you buy a Defra exempt stove since these stoves generally use fuels more efficiently, which is more eco-friendly and could help prevent nuisance smoke from escaping into your home.

We offer a wide range of wood-burning stoves and multi-fuel stoves from leading manufacturers like Arada, Burley and Parkray. All of them are Defra exempt and are available in a range of styles that are suitable for your home. Please contact our stove experts if you have any questions about our Defra approved stoves.

Stoves that have been endorsed by Defra for areas of smoke control

If you are looking to purchase a new wood burning or multi fuel stove for your home there are plenty of options to choose from. Some stoves are identified as DEFRA approved or DEFRA exempt. While this terminology may seem like jargon you don't have to worry about, it's important to be aware that these stoves are designed specifically for use in smoke control areas.

You must purchase a DEFRA-exempt stove if you live in a zone of smoke control to avoid being fined. This kind of stove has been tested by the DEFRA (Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs) to ensure that it is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas without producing excessive smoke. The tests are conducted by a certified testing company to ensure that stoves comply with the strict requirements of the government.

As you can imagine there is an abundance of design and engineering that goes into making an appliance that is DEFRA approved. The good news is that you will not be able to discern the difference between the stove that is DEFRA exempt and one that has not. The major difference is that a stove that has been DEFRA Approved does not emit a lot of smoke and will be equipped to use approved fuels like pellets, logs, Briquettes, etc.

You can cut down on your fuel bills regardless of whether you reside in a smoke control area or not by buying a DEFRA exempt stove. They burn cleaner and more efficiently and will lower your fuel costs. They are also better for your chimney as they prevent the accumulation of soot and grit.

The Defra approved wood burners and multi-fuel stoves that we have in our selection all meet the strict UK legal requirements to be awarded this status. This means that they all have a combustion rate that is sufficient to ensure that they don't produce too much smoke over the time frame that is controlled.

Stoves Approved by Defra for Non-Smoke Control Areas

When you are looking for a new stove for your home, it is crucial to think about whether you live in an area that is designated as a smoke control zone. If so, it is important that your stove be DEFRA approved. The use of a non-approved appliance in the Smoke Control Area can result in fines.

If you live in a Smoke Control Area, it is crucial to select a stove that has been approved to burn wood and other fuels. DEFRA is the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs, and this is the authority of the government that enforces the Clean Air Act in these areas. You can check whether your house is in the Smoke Control Area by contacting your local authority.

A DEFRA approved stove is one that has passed a rigorous government test for emissions levels operating normally. This means that the stove is able to meet low emissions levels that are healthier for your health and the environment, while also making it more Efficient NRG Eco Design Stove - MultiFuel Fireplace for Sale to burn wood or other approved fuels.

You can often spot the DEFRA approved stove because they'll display the Defra Approved logo or may include SE (smoke exempt) in the title or specification. The logo is widely recognized by the industry and widely used, so you should be able to find one easily enough.

Defra-approved stoves provide many advantages. They are more efficient than traditional models and are able to burn at lower levels. They also have a longer lifespan than traditional stoves, with some manufacturers offering a five year warranty on their appliances.

If your stove is DEFRA-approved you can use it with most kinds. To avoid excessive smoke, you should only burn firewood that has at least 20% or less. You can do this by using a log supplier who uses the Woodsure Ready to Burn Scheme, or by purchasing firewood at the nearest retailer of timber.

A DEFRA stove will always offer the bare minimum of combustion air to ensure that the fuel is burning correctly and efficiently, without releasing excess smoke. This makes it perfect for slumber-burning, where you leave the stove running overnight to let the fuel burn without releasing smoke into the house.

Defra Approved Multi-Fuel Stoves

When it comes to choosing a wood burning or multi fuel stove for your home, you might be drawn to one that is a DEFRA approved model. While this may be confusing to some homeowners, it's essential to know that DEFRA approved models are safer for the environment as well as your chimney.

Defra approved stoves are built in such a way that they don't deprive the fire of oxygen during the combustion process. This is to avoid the fire producing large amounts of smoke, particularly in Smoke Control Areas. Some stoves can be modified to become Defra approved with the manufacturer's kit. The kit restricts the amount the vents on the airways are shut during the burn cycle. If you're someone who tends to load a stove and slumber it overnight to allow for a longer burn, this is known as 'slumber burning', when the stove is starved of oxygen the flames can burn slower and produce more part-burned combustibles such as soot and tar which can cause blockages within the flue. A Defra approved stove does not sleep and is therefore less likely to release this substance into the atmosphere It also means that if you switch from solid fuel to smokeless coal for overnight burning the minimum amount of air is being pumped out, meaning that your multi-fuel stove won't burn as fast as a non-approved device.

Stove Supermarket stocks a vast range of DEFRA-approved stoves that are suitable for a variety applications. This includes a traditional model like our Bassington Eco which has a cast iron construction with an enormous picture window making it suitable to be used in an old-fashioned fireplace or inglenook. This stove is DEFRA-approved for burning wood within a smoke-control area and is also compatible with solid fuels and a variety of smokeless coals.

All of our Defra approved stoves have been thoroughly tested to ensure that they are at the top level of efficiency and emissions. In turn, these stoves can be used in Smoke Control Areas and will keep your home and chimney cleaner for longer than a non-DEFRA approved stove.