Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

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

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

premium DEFRA stoves 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 often HETAS-approved, and have ClearSkies ratings which means they comply with the strictest emission regulations.

These stoves have been designed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood isn't removed from oxygen, which would cause it to smolder or create black smoke. This lets the stove maintain a low level of combustion until the fuel is used up. You'll typically see 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 manner, which helps reduce harmful gases and particles.

You can pick from a range of traditional and modern designs of multi-fuel stoves that are defra-approved. These stoves are ideal for installation inside a fireplace chamber that is already in place. These models are manufactured by the top brands such as 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 smoke particles prior to being dragged up the chimney.

If you live in a smoke-free zone or not, a Defra compliant stoves approved log burner will make the perfect addition to your home. They can be used with natural wood or solid fuel that is smokeless. You can easily switch between both using the reversible control on your stove. This gives you complete flexibility and versatility. This allows you to use your stove all year round.

To meet building codes, a defra-exempt stove must be installed by a certified installer. This installer can verify that the appliance complies with current regulations and DEFRA compliant stoves is suitable for regular use. We have a team HETAS certified installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, ensuring you're in compliance with federal smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs of the UK government is responsible for the policies and regulations related to agriculture, food, and other natural issues. Smoke control is one of the most important areas they manage. This includes the prohibition of dark smoke coming from chimneys in urban areas.

If you live in an area which is smoke-free or in a city with a lot of people, you will need a DEFRA-approved stove to burn wood or other solid fuels and avoid annoying your neighbours. DEFRA stoves have been designed to pass rigorous emissions tests and minimize their output. They are therefore more sustainable than older models.

DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and conform to environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means you can heat your home faster and release less harmful gases into the atmosphere, thus decreasing carbon footprint.

When shopping for a multifuel or wood burning stove, be sure to look for the DEFRA approved logo. 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 notice this, then you can be sure that the stove passed the rigorous DEFRA tests and can be used in a smoke control area when burning authorised fuels.

Many people believe that a multi-fuel stove authorised by DEFRA can only be used with smokeless fuels like firelogs or briquettes. However, this isn't strictly correct. As long as you follow the manufacturer's instructions and only burn approved fuels, you are able to burn any solid fuel in an approved DEFRA-approved stove, including seasoned hardwood.

You'll get the most out of your DEFRA Multifuel Stove if you use only dry, seasoned, or seasoned wood with less than 20%. Using wet wood will create excessive smoke, which could void your warranty. Mineral fuels with a sulphur level below 2 percent should be avoided in order to avoid dense deposits of ash.

Versatility

There are a variety of styles to choose from. These are available in traditional designs that will fit in an existing fireplace or inglenook, to contemporary stoves which are perfect for homes that do not have an already installed surround. Many Defra approved multi fuel stoves also have 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 more options for heating. If you are planning to use your stove as a slumber burner (overnight) then a Defra approved wood burner will not be suitable because it requires a continuous air supply.

Convenience

If you live in a smoke-control area then an Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is essential. These stoves are designed to let the burning of wood and smokeless fuel without release of harmful pollutants into air. A Defra approved stove will allow you to stay in compliance with local laws and avoid costly penalties.

Defra approved stoves employ the most advanced combustion technology to efficiently burn wood and other solid fuels. They do this by delivering the right amount of air into the firebox to stop the fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops combustibles that have been partially burned, such as soot and ash from traveling up the chimney and then into the room. This can reduce the chances of a blocked fireplace and is also beneficial for the environment.

Stove World UK is proud to offer a variety of DEFRA-compliant wood burning stoves as well as multi fuel stoves made by top brands. We have all styles from traditional to modern designs and all of our stoves come with a choice of flue sizes. You can pick the stove that is most suitable for your home and budget.

The FLARE Collection from Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is a great example of an affordable Defra approved stove that delivers all the features you need. It has a beautiful large glass viewing window that lets you watch the beautiful dance of flames, and it can also burn wood and smokeless fuel.

The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is a great, affordable stove that can be used in smoke-controlled areas. It offers a huge 5kW heat output and the added benefit of being able to be combined with a log store base to give you a more compact design for fitting into taller fireplace openings. This stove comes with a multifuel grate so you can use wood and a variety of smokeless fuels.