The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are believed to lower blood pressure and help relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot that they release?

New stoves are designed to be compliant with the EcoDesign directive. You can have an inviting and cozy home without compromising on your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, but does not sacrifice performance. It's a fantastic choice for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs as well as approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it an ideal option for larger spaces and the huge glass firebox provides a stunning view of the flames.

It is made of modern Wood stoves for sale steel, which means it can be used in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding situations. It has an air wash system that keeps the glass clean and stops the accumulation of soot. The stove is a great seasonal efficiency, meaning that a high percentage of the heat produced is transferring to your home instead of being lost up the chimney.

Recent criticism of wood burners has grown, since it was discovered that they may contribute to the creation of tiny sooty air particles known as PM2.5. These particles have been linked to heart and lung issues. Newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. They're only a tiny part of the overall pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, such as coal and gas, but there is no doubt that hottest wood stove stoves are the primary source of this pollutant.

Selecting the appropriate wood for your stove is essential to ensure the best heating and combustion. There are many kinds of wood that can be used, including eucalyptus and ash. Eucalyptus is a good choice due to its rapid burning and offers a great deal of heat, but it requires to be and properly seasoned. Beech is also a good alternative, but it's hard to handle because of its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it so it is if you follow the guidelines. It's a robust sturdy burner with a 10-year Body Warranty and a robust construction. Its heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood Burner Stoves For sale burning stoves remain popular despite the confusing regulations that govern them. Some campaign groups have pushed for stricter regulations, and even the ban of log burners. It's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations, prior to shopping for an all-fuel or log fire.

One company that is doing its bit to keep the popularity of woodburners up is Arada Stoves, who recently launched a widescreen model of their renowned Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner with a huge glass door that gives a great flame picture. There's also an airwash system which prevents the accumulation of soot.

With a power output of 4.9kW This is a fantastic stove for most rooms and it's also extremely simple to maintain and use. The curving lines and classical design makes it ideal for modern or traditional style. The flat back design means it can be fitted into shallower recesses. It's also very simple to install a direct air system using this model to improve the efficiency of the system.

Another great characteristic of this stove is its built-in ash dump, which makes it easy to clean up and remove ashes on a regular basis which reduces the risk of odours and dust getting into the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you have, and it's equipped with a remote control.

As the debate rages about whether wood-burning stoves are good for your health, we can all agree that they create beautiful ambiences in our homes. It is important to think about the health risks of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. If you're planning to install a woodburner it is recommended you keep the door shut when you're not in the vicinity of the fire and regularly clean out the stove to ensure that the air is as clean as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner can add a wonderful atmosphere to any room, it's not just relaxing to watch the flames flicker but it can also help reduce blood pressure. But there's not a lot of good news. Studies have shown that older stoves are dangerous due to the tiny particles of soot that can be absorbed into your respiratory system. New regulations are in place to ensure that log burners have higher standards. This helps reduce creosote build-up, smoke leakage and, more important, harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kw wood burning stove Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not just meets, but exceeds the new standards. It has a large, clear viewing window that gives you an excellent view of the flame, and is kept clean with a powerful air wash system. The stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency 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 the European restrictions on the emissions of wood-burning stoves which will take effect in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with an air venting kit for free making it simpler than ever before to set up. It's a robust little appliance, that has been built using top-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove shows that it has been independently tested and confirmed to be eco-friendly and efficient. This is above and above the basic requirements laid out by Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves on our list that have the full five-star ClearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as efficient as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand with a unique style that should not be overlooked. They specialize in small, all-in-one multi-fuel stoves, which have earned them cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements, stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens and a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic illustration of their brand's focus and shows that they can offer a premium product at the price that's not too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully compliant with the current 5g/hr emissions limit. It also comes with ClearSkies level five credentials. It's the perfect option for those who aren't sure what the directive will be and want to be sure that their log burners will remain exempt from the smoke control regulations.