The best woodburner (Atavi writes) Woodburners

The relaxing, blood pressure-reducing benefits of a wood burner have been well-documented. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot released by the wood burners?

New stoves are made to be in line with the EcoDesign directive. This means you can enjoy a warm, cozy home without breaking your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't skimp on performance. It's a great option for those living in smoke controlled areas as it has the Level 5 ClearSkies certification that means it can be used with dry and seasoned logs and approved solid fuels. The high heat output makes it a great option for large spaces. The generous fire glass also lets you to enjoy the flames.

It is constructed of modern steel, so it is able to be used in traditional inglenooks as well freestanding ones. It comes with an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and avoids soot accumulation. The stove is a great seasonal efficiency, meaning that a significant portion of the heat it generates is being transferred into your home instead of being lost to the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of some criticism in recent times, as it has been proven that they cause microscopic sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 that has been linked to heart and lung problems. Newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to generate these sooty particles. They're only a tiny portion of the total pollution created from burning fossil fuels, such as coal and gas, but there is no doubt that wood stove burning burners are the primary source of this pollutant.

Choosing the right wood for your stove is vital to ensure the highest heating and combustion. There are a myriad of wood that can be burned in your stove, including eucalyptus hazel, beech, and hazel. Eucalyptus is a great choice since it burns quickly and provides a lot of heat, however it requires to be seasoned. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to handle because of its thorns.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to be able to withstand the imminent changes to regulations that have been implemented and is Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated, which means that you can use it with approved fuels provided you adhere to the guidelines. It's a robust burner designed to last, with solid construction and a 10-year body warranty, supported by its impressive heating performance.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

outdoor wood fire stove burning stoves remain very popular and despite the directive maze that is surrounding them and their use, they're going to stay. In fact, some groups are calling for more stricter restrictions and even a complete ban on stoves that burn wood, so it's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you buy new log fires or a multifuel burner.

Arada Stoves is one company that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They've released an expanded version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's an DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner with a huge glass door that gives an amazing flame image. It also has an airwash system which prevents soot build-up.

With a power output of 4.9kW This is a fantastic stove for all rooms. It's extremely easy to maintain and use. Its curved lines and classic design make it ideal for modern or traditional style. This model can be easily fitted into smaller spaces due to its flat back design. It is also easy to install direct air systems with this model, which can increase the efficiency.

The stove also comes with an ash dump built-in that makes it simple to remove ashes and clean them up regularly. This decreases the chance of odours and dust escaping the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the type of chimney you have, and it's equipped with a remote control.

As the debate rages about whether wood-burning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they create lovely ambience in our homes. However, it is important to keep in mind the effects of particulate matter as well as the ways that burning wood burner stoves and other types of fuels can impact our indoor air quality and health. If you are installing a woodburner, it is recommended that you close the door when not working on the flame. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to keep the air as healthy as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing watching the flames flicker and can lower blood pressure. There are some issues though, research has found that older stoves can cause a lot of harm because they release microscopic soot particles that get into your breathing system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log burners meet higher standards. This helps reduce creosote and smoke leakage and more importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only is in compliance, but even exceeds the new standards, but also exceeds them. It has a large, clear viewing window that gives you an excellent view of the flame, and is maintained clean by an air wash system that is powerful. The stove boasts an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it is able to be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets European restrictions on the emissions of wood-burning stoves that will be in effect in 2022.

If that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with an air venting kit for free making it much easier than ever before to set up. This is a sturdy stove made of high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black and it's easy to keep clean since the body is coated in an enamel that repels dirt and grime.

The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and confirmed to be eco-friendly and efficient. This goes above and above the basic requirements laid out by Ecodesign. This is one of only a few stoves in our list that carry the entire five-star ClearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become an established player among wood burner brands with a maverick flair that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialize in small, do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements, stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens and a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic illustration of their brand's focus and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at an affordable price that isn't too high. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also has ClearSkies level five certification. It's the perfect option for those who don't know what the future direction of the directive is and want to be confident that their log burners will be free of smoke control regulations.