Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The latest multi-fuel stoves are approved by defra and blend the modern technology in clean burning with traditional designs. Features include preheated-airwash systems as well as third-level and secondary combustion and the ability to burn wood, or smokeless fuels.

The UK government requires that all households in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances and fuels that are licensed. Stove Supermarket has a range defra exempted stoves that comply to the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved stoves are subjected tests to ensure that they produce low emissions. This permits you to legally burn smokeless fuels within a smoke control zone. They are usually HETAS-approved and have a clearSkies rating that means they are in compliance with the strictest emission regulations.

These stoves are constructed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood isn't separated from oxygen, which could cause it to smolder or create black smoke. This lets the stoves maintain a low level of combustion until entire fuel is consumed. It is common to find that a defra exempt stove has an additional secondary airflow system that ensures that briquettes with a part-burning process and other solid fuels are burned in a controlled way which reduces harmful gases and particles.

You can pick from a wide range of traditional and modern designs of multi-fuel stoves, which are defra-approved. These are ideal for installing into an existing fireplace or inglenook. A lot of these models are produced by top brands like Arada, Stovax, Burley and Parkray and are equipped with the latest technology in clean burning stoves. These models offer high efficiency in heating, as well as secondary and tertiary burning systems which eliminate smoke particles prior to being dragged up the chimney.

If you live in a smoke control area or not, an DEFRA approved British stoves approved log burner will make the ideal addition to your home. These stoves can be used with natural wood or smokeless solid fuel. It is easy to switch between the two by using the reversible control of your stove. This gives you total flexibility and versatility and allows you to use your stove throughout the year.

To comply with building regulations, a DEFRA Approved sustainable Stoves exempt stove must be installed by a certified installer who can ensure that the appliance is safe for use on a regular basis and adheres to the latest guidelines. We have a team HETAS certified installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, ensuring you comply with government smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is responsible for regulating and policies regarding the natural environment as well as food, agriculture and much more. Smoke control is one of the main areas they oversee. This includes the restriction of dark smoke coming from chimneys within urban areas.

If you reside in an area that is smoke-free, or a large city you'll require an approved DEFRA stove to burn wood or other solid fuels to avoid annoying your neighbours. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass rigorous emission tests and limit their outputs which makes them more eco green than the older models.

DEFRA multifuels stoves are more efficient and comply with environmental standards than open fires or wood burners. This means that you will get your room heated faster by using less wood and release fewer harmful gases into the air, thereby reducing your carbon footprint.

When you are looking for a wood burning or multifuel stove, make sure you look for the DEFRA approved logo. It will be visible in the stove's name or specification and will often be followed by a 'SE' which stands for Smoke Exempt. If you notice this and you are certain that the stove has passed the stringent DEFRA tests and can be used in a smoke-control area when burning authorised fuels.

Many people believe that a multi-fuel stove that has been approved by DEFRA can only be used with smokeless fuels, such as firelogs or briquettes. This is not entirely accurate. As long as you adhere to the manufacturer's instructions and only burn approved fuels, you can use any solid fuel in an approved DEFRA stove, including wood that is seasoned.

To get the best from your DEFRA multifuel stove, you'll need to ensure that you only use dry, seasoned wood with a an average moisture content of 20 percent. Using wet wood will create excessive smoke, which could end your warranty. Mineral fuels must have a sulphur content below 2 percent to avoid thick ash deposits.

Versatility

There are many styles to pick from. These are available in traditional designs that can be incorporated into an existing fireplace or inglenook to modern stoves that are ideal for homes that don't have an installed surround. A lot of Defra approved multi fuel stoves come with the option of incorporating a multi fuel grate meaning that you can burn charcoal and wood in addition to logs, giving you even more heating options. However if you intend to use the stove for slumber heating (overnight) then it is recommended that you use a Defra approved wood burner isn't the best choice as it needs a constant supply of air.

Convenience

If you reside in a smoke-control zone and you live in a smoke-control area, an Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is a necessity. These stoves allow you to burn smokeless or wood and are designed to allow this to happen without releasing any harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. A Defra-approved stove will help you adhere to local laws and avoid costly penalties.

Defra approved stoves employ the latest combustion technology to cleanly burn wood and other approved solid fuels. They achieve this by delivering the proper amount of air into the firebox to stop the fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This prevents combustibles that aren't fully burned, such as soot and ash, from blowing through the chimney and into the room. This reduces the chance of a blocked fireplace and is also good for the environment.

Here at Stove World UK we're proud to offer a wide range of DEFRA exempt wood burning and multi fuel stoves from the top brands. We've got all styles from traditional to modern designs, and all of our stoves come with a variety of flue sizes. You can pick the stove that is best suited to your needs and budget.

The FLARE Collection from Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is a great example of an affordable Defra approved stove that has all the features you want. It features a panoramic glass viewing area that lets you enjoy the mesmerising dancing of flames. It can also burn wood and smokeless fuel.

The ACR Earlswood LS Multifuel Stove is a similar stove at a reasonable price that you can use in smoke-free areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove has an impressive heat output of 5kW and is able to be used with a base that stores logs to make it compact for taller fireplace openings. The stove also comes with a multi-fuel grate so you can use a variety of smokeless fuels and wood to broaden your heating options.