Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a variety of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from the regulations of defra. Defra approved stoves are compliant with government regulations and are engineered to burn fuel efficiently with low emissions.

This is particularly important especially if you reside in a smoke control area. Even if you do not, the Defra Stove is better for your chimney and your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our site that a number of our wood-burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may seem like an esoteric term to the average homeowner, but they're not.

DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations regarding the environment, farming and food. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure that they comply with the strict regulations of the government regarding emissions of smoke during operation. These stoves are also designed to burn authorised fuels such as coal and wood more efficiently, which means they emit less pollution.

It's a great thing for those who live in a Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas unless using an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. However, as of January 2022, the law is changing and stoves that aren't approved will not be allowed to be installed at all unless they are equipped with secondary or tertiary combustion system that can dramatically reduce the production of particulate matter NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are also equipped with a mechanism which will stop you from closing the top air vent all the way down since this could cause the fire to smoulder and emit smoke into your space. Instead, these stoves feature an adjustable air supply that will allow you to open the top vent a little and still maintain the safety and efficiency of your fire.

A stove that is approved by Defra can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important because there are numerous building regulations which state that you need an elongated chimney with at least 5 inches of diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a zone of smoke control you'll need a Defra approved stove if you want to legally burn wood in your home. These stoves have been inspected by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict standards of smoke emissions required in smoke control areas. On the Defra site, you will see a list of areas which require a stove that has been approved by DEFRA.

Multi Stoves Fuel

A DEFRA stoves for sale approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove has passed a rigorous test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body is responsible for protecting our natural environment, promoting the farming and food industry and sustaining a thriving rural economy. The tests that Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the stove produces small amounts of grit or smoke when it's operating.

A lot of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are multi fuel stoves that allow you to burn authorised smokeless fuels and seasoned wood. These stoves are referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

The most recent Defra stoves for woodburning and multi-fuel come with secondary and tertiary air ventilation systems that ensure the wood is completely burned before it exits the chimney. This is a cleaner process than just leaving a fire in the fire to burn for a long time and reduces the amount smoke that could be emitted.

If you reside in a Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is the best DEFRA Stoves choice for your property. It's not only more eco-friendly however, it also helps to reduce the nuisance smoke which can make your neighbors angry.

You can still use an open fire, barbecues or a pizza oven in your garden. However excessive or toxic smoke could be considered a nuisance and you could be fined. In a Smoke Control Area it is not permitted to use open fires or stoves for burning damp, rotten or wet wood or any other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved Stoves are engineered to burn various fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they are in compliance with the government's strict regulations for emissions during operation in smoke control zones. This means that you can use them legally in any smoke control area provided you're burning approved fuels like pellets, logs and briquettes. Stoves that have been authorised by DEFRA permitted stoves will bear a mark with the SE' logo that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What makes a Defra approved stove distinct from traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents that pre-heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated and pre-heated air ensures that the fuel is ignited in order to create a cleaner burning. This also helps prevent the accumulation of soot and clogs in the chimney. Defra stoves also come with internal baffle plates that help to regulate the flames and ensure evenly distributed heat distribution.

Defra could impose severe penalties for anyone who is using appliances that are not approved by Defra in areas with smoke control. To avoid being accused of trespassing by Defra you should purchase and make use of a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested according to the government's strict criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all types of fuel but are particularly suited to dry hard and soft wood. They're built with air vents that cannot be completely closed so the stove will always receive oxygen to support pure combustion and minimize noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not just compliant with the current air quality standards of the government but also with the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will be implemented in 2022. A large portion of Stovax multi-fuel and wood burning stoves we sell will bear this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which confirms that they meet the new standards for emissions. These new standards are part of the government's ongoing efforts to ensure that the air in the country clean and healthy.

Installation

If you reside in a Smoke Control Area, a Defra-exempt multifuel stove can help you comply with regulations. This is because these multi fuel and wood burning stoves have been tested independently to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in a Smoke Control Area. They can burn wood, or other fuels, such as coal without concern about the level of smoke they produce.

Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can lower the amount of smoke produced by advanced combustion technologies that create less smokiness. These stoves typically use the second stage of combustion that re-burns a portion of the waste products from the initial stage, making them more efficient and cleaner. In addition to the reduction in emissions the stoves also lessen the amount of soot that builds up in the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area that is smoke-free it is a good thing to know. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and longer. Additionally, you'll save money on your energy bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment as they produce less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more materials than other stoves.

A simple kit offered by the manufacturer can make a majority of stoves DEFRA-exempt. This alters the air vents on the stove to prevent them from being closed down at night. This is referred to as slumbering. It allows part-burned combustibles and Best defra Stoves flammables to escape into the air instead of being pushed up the chimney where they could cause obstruction to the flue. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep and are, therefore, better for the environment and far less likely to block a chimney.

To get the most benefit of your DEFRA approved stove It is recommended that you have it installed professionally by an HETAS Registered Installer or an Building Control Officer. This will ensure that your installation has been completed according to the correct specifications and complies with the latest regulations. In addition, it can also help guarantee your warranty as the installer can self-certify their work.