Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The latest defra certified multi fuel stoves blend the latest clean burning technology with expanded viewing areas as well as traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems secondary and tertiary combustibles as well as the capability to burn wood or smokeless fuels that are authorised.

The UK government requires homes in Smoke Control Areas to only make use of exempt appliances and approved fuels. Stove Supermarket has a range exempted stoves defra that are compliant with the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved stoves have been subjected to rigorous tests in order to ensure that they generate low emissions. This permits you to use smokeless fuels in a smoke-free zone. Many of these stoves also HETAS approved and have an approval rating of clearSkies that means they meet the most stringent emissions regulations.

These stoves are constructed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood is never removed from oxygen, which would cause it to smoulder or emit black smoke. This permits the stove to maintain a low amount of combustion until the fuel is used up. You'll often see that a defra-exempt stove comes with a secondary airflow system that ensures that part-burnt briquettes and other solid fuels are burned in a controlled way which reduces harmful gases and particles.

You can pick from a wide range of modern and traditional designs of multi-fuel stoves that are defra-approved. They are ideal for installation inside a fireplace chamber that is already in place. These models are manufactured by top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley and come with the latest technology of clean burning stoves. They provide high heating efficiency and secondary and tertiary combustible systems that eliminate smoke particles prior to being drawn up the chimney.

Whether you live within an area that is smoke-free or not, a Defra-approved log stove is a great addition to any home. These stoves are ideal for use with natural wood and smokeless solid fuel, and you can switch between the two using the reversible airflow controls on your stove. This gives you total flexibility and versatility and means that you'll be able to use your stove all year long.

To comply with the building codes, a defra exempt stove is required to be installed by a certified installer. The installer will be able to verify that the appliance meets the latest regulations and is suitable for use on a regular basis. At Choice Stoves, we have a team of HETAS certified installers who can fit your new stove safely and properly, ensuring you're in compliance with the federal smoke emission regulations.

Low Emission Vehicles

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs of the UK government is accountable for policies and regulations relating to food, agriculture and other natural issues. One of the main areas they supervise is smoke control, which bans the emission of dark smoke from chimneys in urban areas (apart from certain exemptions).

If you reside in a city or large town - also known as a smoke controlled area - you'll require a DEFRA approved stove to burn wood and other solid fuels legally, and be sure to not disturb your neighbors with fumes that cause nuisance to others. DEFRA stoves have been designed to pass rigorous tests for emissions and minimize their output. They are therefore more environmentally friendly than older models.

As well as complying with the requirements of the environment, DEFRA multifuel stoves are generally more Efficient 8KW Black Cast Iron Eco Wood Stove than traditional wood burners and open fires. This means that you can warm your home faster using less wood and release fewer harmful gases into the air which reduces the carbon footprint.

Check for the DEFRA-approved logo when shopping for a multifuel or wood burning stove. This will be displayed in the stove's name or specification. It may also be followed by a 'SE', which means Smoke Exempt. If you see it then you know that the stove has passed DEFRA's stringent tests and is able to be burned in a smoke-control zone using authorised fuels.

Many people think that a DEFRA approved multi fuel stove can only be suitable for use with approved smokeless fuels like firelogs and briquettes. However, this is not strictly correct. In fact it is true that as long as you burn approved fuels in your DEFRA stove and follow the manufacturer's instructions for safe operation, you can use most solid fuels in the DEFRA approved stove, which includes seasoned hardwood.

You will get the most value from your DEFRA Multifuel Stove when you make use of only dry, seasoned, and seasoned wood with a moisture content under 20%. Wet wood can create excessive smoke and may cause the warranty to be void. Mineral fuels must have a sulphur content below 2% to avoid excessively thick ash deposits.

Versatility

There are many styles to choose from. They are available in traditional designs that will fit into an existing fireplace or inglenook to modern stoves that are ideal for homes that do not have a pre-installed surround. A lot of Defra approved multi fuel stoves also come with the option of incorporating an grate that can be multi fuel, meaning that you can use charcoal and wood in addition to logs, giving you even more heating options. However if you intend to use your stove for slumber-burning (overnight) then a Defra approved wood burner isn't suitable since it requires a continuous supply of air.

Convenience

If you live in a smoke-control area and you live in a smoke-control area, the use of a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is a necessity. These stoves permit you to burn wood or smokeless fuel and are designed to allow this to happen without releasing any pollutant into the atmosphere. A Defra approved stove will help you stay in compliance with local laws and avoid costly penalties.

Defra-approved stoves utilize the most advanced technology for combustion to burn wood and other solid fuels in a clean manner. This is achieved by delivering the right amount of air into the firebox, preventing fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops combustibles which aren't fully burned, like soot and ash, from blowing up the chimney into the room. This means that you're less likely to experience blocked chimneys, and that's great news for the environment too.

Stove World UK is proud to offer a range of DEFRA-exempt wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves by leading brands. The stoves we offer are available in a variety of designs, from the traditional to the contemporary. We also offer different sizes of flues. This means you can choose the right model to fit your needs and your budget.

The FLARE Collection Ignite Multifuel Stove by Be Modern is a good example of a budget-friendly stove that is Defra-approved and has all the features you need. It features a panoramic glass viewing area for you to watch the mesmerising dancing of flames. It can also burn smokeless and wood.

The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is another affordable option that can be used in smoke controlled areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove has an impressive output of 5kw Multi fuel stoves defra approved in terms of heat and can be used with a base which stores logs to make it more compact for taller fireplace openings. This stove also comes with a multi-fuel grate, so you can burn a selection of non-smoke fuels as well as wood if you wish to add versatility to your heating options.