Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The latest multi-fuel stoves have been approved by defra and blend the modern technology in clean burning with traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems, secondary and third-level combustion, as well as the possibility of burning wood or smokeless fuels.

The UK government requires that homes living in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances, and fuels that are licensed. Stove Supermarket has a selection of defra exempt stoves that are in compliance with the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved stoves are subjected to strict tests to ensure that they produce low emissions. This allows you to legally burn smokeless fuels within a smoke control zone. These stoves are typically HETAS-approved and come with an 'clearSkies' rating which means they comply with the strictest emission regulations.

The stoves are designed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood is not cut off from oxygen, which could cause it to smolder or produce black smoke. This lets the stove keep a steady low level of combustion until all the fuel has been used up. It is common to see that a defra-exempt stove has an additional secondary airflow system that ensures that part-burnt briquettes and other solid fuels are burned in a controlled way, which helps reduce harmful gases and particles.

You can choose from a variety of traditional and modern designs of multi-fuel stoves, which are defra-approved. They are perfect for installation into an existing fireplace or inglenook. These models are made by leading brands like Arada, Stovax and Burley and come with the latest clean burning stove technologies. These stoves offer high efficiency in heating, as well as secondary and tertiary combustion systems that eliminate the smoke particles prior to being drawn up the chimney.

If you reside in a smoke-control zone or not, a Defra-approved wood burner is the perfect addition to any home. These stoves can be used with natural wood or smokeless solid fuel. It is easy to switch between both using the reversible control on your stove. This provides flexibility and flexibility, allowing you to use your stove all the all year.

To meet building codes, a defra-exempt stove must be installed by a qualified installer. The installer can confirm that the appliance is in compliance with the latest regulations and is suitable for regular use. We have a team of HETAS approved installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, ensuring that you are in compliance with the government's smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs manages regulations and policies pertaining to the natural environment, agriculture, food issues and much more. Smoke control is one of the main areas they oversee. This includes the ban of dark smoke emitted from chimneys in urban areas.

If you live in a large or a city town - also known as a smoke-controlled area you'll need an DEFRA approved stove to burn wood and other solid fuels legally, and avoid upsetting your neighbours with nuisance smoke. DEFRA stoves have been designed to pass strict emissions tests and DEFRA approved Wood Burning stoves minimize their outputs. They are, therefore, more sustainable than older models.

DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and meet environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means that you can heat a room faster and release less harmful gases into the air, decreasing carbon footprint.

Check for the DEFRA-approved logo when buying wood burning or multifuel stove. This will appear in the title of the stove or specification and will often be followed by a 'SE' which means Smoke Exempt. If you see it, you can be sure that the stove has passed DEFRA's rigorous tests and can be burned in a smoke-control room using fuels that are approved.

Many people assume that a DEFRA stoves features approved multi fuel stove will only work with authorised smokeless fuels, like firelogs and briquettes. However, this isn't entirely true. As long as you follow the instructions of the manufacturer and only burn approved fuels, you can use any solid fuel in a DEFRA-approved stove, even wood that is seasoned.

To get the most value from your DEFRA multifuel stove, you'll need to ensure that you only use dry, seasoned wood with less than 20 percent. If you use wood that is wet, it will produce excessive smoke and may void your warranty. Mineral fuels with a sulfur levels below 2% should be avoided to avoid excessively dense deposits of ash.

Versatility

There's a variety of styles to choose from with designs ranging from traditional that are perfect for the existing fireplace chamber or inglenook to contemporary stoves that work well in homes without a pre-installed fire surround. Multi fuel stoves that are Defra approved can be fitted with a multi fuel grate permitting you to burn wood, smokeless coal and logs. This provides you with more options for heating. If you intend to make use of your stove as a slumber burner (overnight) then a Defra approved wood burner will not be suitable since it requires a constant air supply.

Convenience

If you reside in a smoke-free area then a Defra Approved multi fuel stove is essential. These stoves permit you to burn wood or smokeless fuel and are designed to allow this to happen without releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. A stove that is approved by Defra will help you adhere to local laws and avoid costly penalties.

Defra approved stoves use the latest technology for combustion to cleanly burn wood and [Redirect Only] other approved solid fuels. This is accomplished by introducing the right amount of air into the firebox, preventing fuel from being starved for oxygen. This prevents combustibles that have not been fully burned, such as soot and ash, from blowing through the chimney and into the room. This means you're less likely to have blocked chimneys, and that's good news for the environment too.

Stove World UK is proud to offer a range of DEFRA-compliant wood burning stoves as well as multi fuel stoves from the top brands. Our stoves are available in a variety of designs from traditional to the modern. We also provide various sizes of flues. This way, you'll be able to choose the right model to fit your needs and your budget.

The FLARE Collection Ignite Multifuel Stove by Be Modern is a good example for an affordable stove that is Defra-approved and has all the features you require. It features a stunning large glass viewing window that lets you enjoy the mesmerising flames dancing, and it can also burn wood and smokeless fuel.

The ACR Earlswood LS Multifuel Stove is another option at a low cost that can be used in smoke-free areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove comes with an impressive output of 5kW in terms of heat and is able to be used with a base that can store logs to make it more compact for fireplaces with higher openings. The stove comes with an grate that can be multifuel, meaning you can burn wood and different types of smokeless fuels.