Defra Wood Stoves

If you reside in a zone of smoke control then you will require a Defra Approved Eco Design Stoves approved wood stove. These stoves can provide a generous amount of heat, flames and light whilst emitting hardly any smoke.

Leading manufacturers like Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have developed a range of Defra stoves that are traditional styled, but have the most recent in clean burning technology. They can burn a variety of fuels including smokeless coal.

Efficient Combustion

The wood stoves from Defra utilize the most modern technology of combustion to ensure safe and efficient burning. This is accomplished by ensuring that the flame doesn't run out of oxygen. This makes sure that any combustibles are not fully burned will not escape up the chimney into the atmosphere, where they can create pollution.

These approved wood stoves from Defra are better for your chimney system and flue as they produce less smoke. This will keep them cleaner longer, lower costs for maintenance and increase the efficiency of your wood stove.

In addition, Defra wood stoves are ideal for those living in UK Smoke Control Areas. They permit burning wood and smokeless fuels without violating the law. You can choose from a range of sizes and heat outputs to suit your home.

It's important to remember that only Defra approved stoves are to be used in smoke controlled areas as they have been approved to burn authorised wood and fuels. If you burn fuel that is not approved in your Defra approved stove, you could be punished.

Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This wood burning stove that is Defra-approved boasts an impressive ClearSkies score and energy rating of A+. It is designed to be efficient and has an air-to-fuel ratio that is 1:1. Smoke emissions are very low at 0.26g/h.

This stove not only meets DEFRA emission standards, but it has also been tested independently according to the strict SIA Ecodesign Ready Standard and DEFRA approved eco design stoves can be used in smoke-free areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready stoves are designed to reduce emissions and are 66 percent more efficient than traditional open fires and stoves.

The best Defra approved stoves are made of dry, hard, untreated wood with an average moisture content of 20% or lower. This will not only ensure that the stove operates properly, but will also create less smoke and improve the capacity of heating.

Reduced Emissions

Many of the Defra wood stoves we sell are certified as Ecodesign Ready'. This means they've been controlled to be as efficient as possible and as eco-friendly as the EU permits. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards of efficiency and emissions than government's 'clearSkies" scheme.

A stove that is Defra-approved produces less smoke than one that isn't certified. The reason is that they are designed to ensure a continuous flow of air into the fire. This is achieved by having a secondary and occasionally even a tertiary air intake. This prevents the stove from being depriving of air during the process of combustion and therefore reduces the amount of black smoke it emits.

Modern stoves also produce less harmful particulate pollution than older models. This is important, because particulate contaminants can enter the bloodstream. They then travel through the body before settling in the lungs or the heart. This could cause serious health issues and even premature death.

The EU seeks to reduce pollution from any source, despite the fact that the latest models produce less harmful pollutant. This is due to the fact that it is associated with a variety of health issues, such as asthma and other respiratory ailments.

To achieve the new targets for air quality the government has released the draft Environment Plan. The plan aims to reduce the average PM 2.5 concentrations in the UK to 10 micrograms per cubic metre by 2040. This will require a substantial reduction in emissions from domestic fuels like wood burners.

One of the methods it plans to achieve this is to make it more difficult to buy and install stoves that are not certified in smoke control zones. Stoves not approved by local authorities will be fined up to PS1,000 per hour of smoke emission. This is why it's so crucial to purchase a DEFRA approved stove if you reside in a zone that is smoke-free.

We have a variety of Defra stoves to choose from, including the Classic 5 clean burn multi-fuel stove that starts at just PS420. All of them are suitable for smoke-controlled areas and are available in various designs.

Smoke Exempt

A DEFRA stove has passed a string of tests and exams to comply with the Department of Environment regulations. They are designed to make use of fuel more efficiently, while reducing harmful pollutants.

If you live in an area that is smoke-controlled and smoke-free, having a DEFRA stove is essential. You can burn approved fuels, such as multifuels and wood, which are restricted if you're not using a DEFRA approved stove. Stoves that are DEFRA approved are sometimes referred to as SE (smoke exempt) stoves and will have the SE logo on their name or specification.

The Defra approved logo means the stove has been independently tested and has been shown to burn wood in the smoke control zone without generating nuisance smoke. It is a good sign that the manufacturer went beyond the regulations.

Some stoves have their top air controls altered to prevent it from being closed completely. Close the air supply of the log burner to prevent it from burning and producing black smoke.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved permit you to burn wood with 5" liner, DEFRA approved eco Design stoves while stoves not approved by DEFRA requirements stoves require an 6" flue liner. This is too large for a lot of UK chimneys.

Another good reason to choose a DEFRA recommended stoves wood burning stove is that they are more eco-friendly than older models of woodburners or open fires. The most recent stoves from top manufacturers like Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax come with secondary and tertiary systems that cut down on emissions. This helps to reduce the carbon footprint of their users.

Defra stoves are available in different styles to suit your home. They offer a number of advantages and are available in a range of sizes. Some are more striking than others, such as the Aarrow A08E woodburner with its large heat output and large glass view window, while others are more subtle, such as the minimalist Farringdon stove made by Aarrow. You can even fit a DEFRA woodburner into a recess, such as the Aarrow I400 cassette stove, for a sleek, clean finish in your living room.

EPA Certification

EPA certified stoves are built to meet or exceed the emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This means that they have been tested and designed to reduce the amount of pollutants released into the atmosphere. They also generate more warmth with less wood. These benefits make EPA-certified stoves a good option for those looking to save money on fuel while getting the warm and cozy feeling of burning wooden.

Stoves that are EPA certified will have an enlarger flue, which will save you money on installation. They are designed to burn more efficiently. This efficiency can also boost the heating capacity and save you money on fuel costs over time.

The EPA certification requires that stoves are tested in accordance with strict rules and regulations set by the government. It also assists manufacturers to keep their standards of quality and ensure that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that are EPA certified are required to emit low levels of nitrous dioxide and particulates, meaning they don't release harmful gases into the air. This is an enormous benefit for homeowners living in areas with smoke control regulations.

If you live in an area that is smoke-controlled it is only permitted to burn certain types fuels in your stove. Defra approved appliances have been modified to ensure that you can burn a variety different fuels including smokeless fuels. These are usually briquettes or other dry, easily-available substances that do not generate excessive quantities of smoke.

If you purchase a stove that is exempt from defra, it will usually come with a special top air vent that restricts how much the stove will be starved of oxygen during the combustion. This is due to the fact that too little oxygen can cause the stove to smoke and emit black smoke into your home. Exempt stoves from the Defra regulations have a feature that prevents you from closing the air vent at the top completely.

Defra stoves are becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to provide a warm and comfortable home while reducing the amount of smoke in the air. They are also easy to install and are suitable for installation in homes with standard flue systems, as long as you have a 6" flue liner.