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What is a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove?

A defra-approved multi fuel stove is one that has been successfully passed the Defra smoke tests. They are also referred to as SE (smoke exempt) stoves.

The Defra department of the government is responsible for implementing rules and regulations relating to rural issues, agriculture and the environment. The Defra test guarantees that you can burn wood or approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite ovals within a smoke-free area without causing annoyance to neighbors with noisy smoke.

Eco-Friendly

Eco-friendly stoves are made to emit a minimum amount of carbon dioxide, by making use of fuel efficiently, and using sustainable materials. They typically burn wood or a combination of approved fuels, and are designed with ecological considerations in mind. A variety of eco-friendly log burners and multi fuel stoves are available with a range of styles from contemporary to traditional models. Some eco-friendly stoves even make use of dung (the excrement of domestic livestock) as an extremely efficient and carbon neutral alternative to wood.

The most important thing you can do to make your stove eco-friendly is to ensure that the fuel is properly seasoned, or dried in a kiln. This helps reduce the amount of moisture and allows the wood to burn more efficiently, generating less smoke. It is also a great idea to only purchase wood from sustainable forests. Look for the Woodsure 'Ready to Burn' logo when buying wood to ensure that it has been dried to the right level.

Most newer stoves are made to meet the strict EU EcoDesign standards. These standards require stove makers to design wood-burning stoves with energy efficiency and the environment in mind. Manufacturers must take into account emissions, resource efficiency, and waste reduction when designing Ecodesign stoves. These are among the cleanest and eco-friendly stoves that are available.

Another way to make your stove more eco-friendly is to replace the grates with ceramic. Ceramic is not just attractive, but it also has the added benefit of being anti-smoking and helping to reduce sulphur dioxide in the air. Additionally, ceramic grate liners are also easy to maintain and last longer than steel inserts into grates.

While you can still relax in cozy wood burners or a multi fuel stove in a Smoke Control Area It is vital to only use Defra approved fuels. You could be in breach of the law if you don't. To avoid this, only make use of Defra approved fuels, for example, a manufactured smokeless anthracite oval in your stove.

Clean Burning

A Defra approved multi fuel stove is able to be used in smoke controlled areas when it is burning authorised smokeless fuel only. This can be a type of manufactured or natural smokeless log or anthracite, and it must conform to certain rules to be able to qualify as an Defra approved wood burning stove. Stove manufacturers must comply with the regulations in order to make an DEFRA exempt wood burner for DEFRA Endorsed stoves sale. Here at The Stove Yard we have an incredible selection of DEFRA approved wood burning stoves as well as multi fuel stoves from top brands such as Arada, Parkray, Burley, Stovax and many more.

These types of DEFRA approved low emission stoves exempt stoves come with the most advanced combustion technology, designed to reduce emissions and the build-up of tar in your chimney and flue system. They employ the most advanced secondary and tertiary airflow systems to ignite tar gas and particulates before they can escape into the air. This is what makes a Defra approved stove so much more eco-friendly than the older generation stoves that burn wood and open fires.

The design of a Defra approved stove is different too Most of our range include a hidden mechanism within the stove that allows a small, continuous flow of air to the fire even when the air vents are shut. This is to prevent the soot and ash being released up the chimney that can cause obstruction to your stove and lead to dangerous chimney fires.

This is a crucial feature for anyone who lives in a smoke control area The latest Defra approved stoves don't allow you to shut the air vents completely and allow you to sleep your stove all night which can send part-burned combustibles into the atmosphere.

A DEFRA-approved cooktop will have a longer burning time compared to older non-Defra stoves. However should you decide to switch your approved fuel with smokeless coal in order to rest the stove for a night and reduce the time of the burn as the constant air supply required to slumber would reduce the combustion of the smokeless fuel.

Emissions Reductions

When properly used, a DEFRA exempt stove can produce very low levels of emission. These emissions are usually PM2.5 particles, which can cause a variety health issues such as heart diseases and lung diseases, if inhaled.

The high efficiency of combustion in a DEFRA approved wood burner decreases the amount of harmful particles and pollutants released during the burning process. This minimizes the impact of the process of burning on the environment.

The effectiveness of a stove can lower the cost of heating your home. By using a DEFRA-approved wood burning stove place of a gas boiler you can reduce your carbon footprint as well as save money on your energy bill.

If you live in a smoke controlled zone, it's important to make sure that your stove is DEFRA Approved or Smoke Exempt as this will allow you to use Defra approved fuels, such as manufactured smokeless coal ovals like Anthracite and Homefire and dried wood and other approved solid fuels. This will let you relax in the fireplace, without worrying that nuisance smoke will disturb your neighbours.

Many stoves that are DEFRA certified, are tested in accordance with clearSkies standards and are able to be labeled with the clearSkies label. The clearSkies mark is an independent scheme that requires stove makers to display information about their appliances' efficiency and emissions, so that consumers can make an informed choice. The information must include the stove's efficiency rating, emissions, as well as type and size.

It is important to keep in mind that, just like Ecodesign, clearSkies regulations represent minimum standards. Manufacturers can go above and beyond these. ESSE, for example has designed its new stoves to be more efficient and cleaner burning, producing less particulates without compromising on performance or control. This latest development uses Twin Catalytic Combustion Technology, a patent-pending technology that burns all smoke particles and reduces their impact on the environment.

In fact it's true that if you're in an smoke-free zone and you use an DEFRA Approved stove with a high-quality, kiln dried or seasoned log, you'll get as much, or even more, heat from the same amount of dry wood as if were to burn it on a non-DEFRA Approved stove. In fact, it could be up to 24 per cent cheaper to heat your home using a an newest Defra Approved stove than a traditional gas boiler.

Compliant with Building Regulations

If you live in an area under smoke control, it's crucial to select a multi-fuel stove approved by DEFRA. They have passed tests to ensure that they don't emit any smoke when burning approved fuel, which means you can use them in areas that are usually heavily populated by buildings. We supply and install DEFRA approved log stoves made by top brands like Mi-fires and Contura.

A DEFRA approved multi fuel stove will also allow you to burn wood, peat and other solid fuels safely. You should be aware that some fuels are prohibited for use in Smoke Control Areas, so it's essential to be familiar with local guidelines and restrictions.

A proper ventilation system is crucial to the safe operation of a multi fuel stove, because it helps to reduce the amount of carbon monoxide that builds up in your home. DEFRA approved multi fuel stoves come with a built-in venting system that can automatically supply sufficient air to the combustion process, so your home will always be properly ventilated and safe to use.

In addition, DEFRA approved stoves have the minimum size for flues of 550mm2, so they can be used with a standard twinwall flue system. Our line of flue liners can be used with DEFRA-approved stoves. You can make your fireplace meet the latest emission requirements with our wide selection.

Look for the DEFRA endorsed stoves symbol on the stove's packaging, or online. Many reputable stove retailers will also display this information on their websites and displays in stores to help you identify which stoves comply with the regulations.

It is important to work with an experienced professional who is certified if you intend to install a multi-fuel fireplace. This will ensure that the installation is compliant with the building codes. Inadequately following installation guidelines could result in the issuance of a fine and damage to your property. We recommend choosing a HETAS approved installer to handle your stove installation, as they are well-versed in the guidelines of the manufacturer and building regulations.