Defra Wood Stoves

If you reside in a zone of smoke control then you will require a DEFRA approved wood stove. These stoves will provide plenty of flames, heat and light while releasing hardly any smoke.

Leading manufacturers such as Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have created a range of Defra stoves that are traditional designed, but feature the latest clean burning technology. These stoves are capable of burning many different types of fuels including authorised smokeless coal.

Efficient Combustion

Defra wood stoves use the latest combustion technology to ensure clean and efficient burning. They do this by ensuring that the fire isn't being depleted of oxygen. This means that any burning combustibles which aren't completely burned won't escape up the chimney and into the air where they could pollute the air.

These Defra approved wood stoves are also more suitable for your chimney and flue as they produce much less smoke than traditional stoves. This helps keep them cleaner for a longer period of time while reducing the cost of maintenance and enhancing the performance of your stove.

In addition, Defra wood stoves are perfect for those who live in UK Smoke Control Areas. This is because they permit you to use wood and smokeless fuels without breaking the law. You can choose from a range of sizes and outputs to fit your home.

Be aware that only stoves that are Defra-approved can be used in smoke-controlled areas, as they are pre-approved to burn authorised fuels. If you burn a non-approved fuel in your Defra approved stove you could be penalized.

Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This wood burning stove that is Defra-approved boasts a dazzling ClearSkies score and an energy rating of A+. It was built with efficiency in mind. It has an internal air to fuel ratio of 1:1 and a low smoke emission rate of 0.26g/h.

This stove is not only compliant with DEFRA emissions standards however, it has been independently tested according to a strict SIA Ecodesign Ready Standard and can be used within smoke-free areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready Stoves are specifically designed to lower emissions and are 66% efficient than older open fireplaces and stoves.

The best Defra approved stoves to use are made of dry, untreated wood that has an average moisture content of 20% or lower. This will ensure that the stove is operating efficiently and reduce smoke and increase heating capacity.

Reduced Emissions

A majority of the Defra stoves we sell are certified as Ecodesign Ready. This means that they have been regulated by the EU to be as efficient and as clean burning possible. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards for efficiency and emissions than the government's "clearSkies" scheme.

A DEFRA Approved Contemporary Stoves-approved stove will produce less smoke than a stove that is not certified. This is because they have been designed to ensure that the fire has an ongoing supply of air. This is accomplished by having a secondary and sometimes a third, air intake. This stops the stove from being depriving of air during the combustion process and therefore reduces the amount of black smoke it emits.

These modern stoves are also designed to emit less harmful particulate pollution than earlier models. This is important, because particulate contaminants can enter the bloodstream. They then travel around the body and lodge in the lungs and heart. This can cause serious health problems including premature death.

The EU is determined to reduce pollution from any source, despite the fact that newer models produce less harmful pollutant. It has been linked to asthma and other respiratory problems.

The government has published an Environment Plan draft to help meet the new air quality goals. The plan aims to reduce the average PM2.5 concentrations in UK to 10 micrograms/cubic meter by 2040. This will require the reduction of domestic fuel emissions, including wood stoves.

One of the ways it intends to achieve this is by making it more difficult to purchase and install stoves that aren't certified in smoke control zones. Stoves that are not approved will be penalized by local authorities, up to PS1,000 per hour that they release smoke. This is why it's important to purchase a DEFRA approved stove if you live in a smoke-free area.

We have a variety of Defra Stoves including the Classic 5 Clean Burn Multi-Fuel Stove, which starts at PS420. All of them are suitable for smoke-controlled areas and come in many different styles.

Smoke Exempt

A DEFRA stove is an engineered wood burner that has passed a series rigorous tests and examinations to ensure that it conforms to the regulations of the Department for Environment. They are designed to efficiently burn fuel by reducing harmful emissions.

If you reside in an area with smoke-control, the use of a DEFRA stove is essential. It allows you to burn approved fuels such as wood and other multifuels which would normally be restricted if you were not using a DEFRA stove. Stoves that are DEFRA approved are sometimes referred to as SE (smoke exempt) stoves and will have the SE logo on their name or specification.

The Defra approved logo indicates that the stove has been tested independently and is able to burn wood in an area that is smoke-free without producing nuisance smoke. It is a great indicator that the manufacturer has gone above and beyond to comply with the rules.

Some stoves have been given a top air control altered so that it cannot be shut completely. The air supply that is shut off to a stove will starve it of oxygen which hinders its combustion and creates black smoke.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved let you burn wood using 5" liner, whereas stoves that are not approved by DEFRA require the use of a 6" flue liner. This is too big for many UK chimneys.

A DEFRA approved wood burning stoves wood-burning stove can be more eco-friendly than earlier models or open fires. The latest stoves by leading manufacturers like Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax come with secondary and tertiary systems that cut down on emissions. This helps to reduce the carbon footprint of their customers.

As well as providing a wide range of benefits, Defra stoves are available in a variety of styles that can be a perfect fit for your home. Some are more striking like the A08E from Arizona A08E with its massive heat output, while others are more subtle, like the minimalist Farringdon from Aarrow. You can even put a DEFRA woodburner into a recess, such as the Aarrow I400 cassette stove, for a sleek, clean design in your living room.

EPA Certification

EPA certified stoves meet or exceed emissions levels required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They have been tested to make sure that they do not release of pollutants released into the atmosphere. They also provide more warmth using less wood. These advantages make EPA certified stoves an excellent option for those who want to save money on fuel while enjoying the warm, comfortable feeling of burning wood.

Stoves that are EPA certified may be able to use smaller chimneys, which will help you save on installation costs. This is because they are designed to produce more heat than other stoves. This efficiency can also increase the heating capacity of your stove which will save you money in the cost of fuel.

The EPA certification requires that stoves be tested according to strict guidelines and rules set by the government. It also helps manufacturers maintain high standards of quality, and assures that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that are EPA certified must have low particulate emission and nitrous oxide levels, which means they will not release harmful gases into the air. This is a huge benefit for homeowners living in areas with smoke control regulations.

If you reside in an area that is smoke-controlled it is only permitted to burn certain kinds of fuels in your stove. Defra approved stoves have been modified to allow you to burn a variety of different fuels, including authorised smokeless fuels. These are typically brquettes, or other readily available dry materials that do not generate excessive smoke.

If you purchase a stove that is defra exempt with a top air vent, it will limit the amount of oxygen that is pumped into the stove during combustion. This is because too little oxygen can cause the stove to smolder and emit black smoke into your home. The air vent at the top of stoves exempt from Defra regulations is modified to prevent the stove from closing completely.

Defra stoves are becoming increasingly popular because of their capability to provide a comfortable warm and warm home, while also helping to reduce the amount of smoke in the air. They are easy to install and are able to be used in homes that have standard chimney systems as long as they have an 6" liner.