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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a wide range 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 crucial especially if you reside in a smoke control zone. Even if you aren't need to, a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and for your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website that a few of our wood burning stoves are categorized as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be an esoteric term to the average homeowner, but they're not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for policies and regulations relating to food, agriculture and the environment. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure they adhere to the strict regulations of the government regarding the emission of smoke during their operation. These stoves are additionally designed to burn authorized fuels like wood and coal more efficiently, meaning that they produce far fewer pollutants.

It's a great thing for those who live in a Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within these areas, unless you use an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install an non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. From January 2022, the laws will be changed and stoves that are not approved will not be permitted to be used unless they're equipped with a secondary or third-party system that will reduce the production of particulate matter nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they're also equipped with a mechanism which stops you from closing the top air vent completely down as this can cause the fire to get smoldering and release smoke into your space. Instead, these stoves have an adjustable air flow that will allow you to open the top vent a little while still maintaining 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 crucial because numerous building codes require a chimney to be at least 5 inches in diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a smoke-control zone you'll need a DEFRA-approved stove to legally burn wood within your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in smoke control zones. On the Defra site, you will find a list of places where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a Affordable Defra Stoves multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a stringent test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting agriculture and food industry and maintaining a thriving rural economic. The tests premium DEFRA stoves Approved Stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the stove produces minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it's operating.

Stove Supermarket offers a variety of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can burn smokeless, authorised wood as well as seasoned fuels. These stoves are also referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

The latest Defra stoves for woodburning and multi-fuel are equipped with secondary and tertiary air ventilation systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a cleaner process than simply leaving a log on the fire for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that can be produced.

If you reside in an Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your property. Not only will it be more eco-friendly, but it will help to minimise the nuisance smoke that could upset your neighbors.

You can still enjoy open fires, barbecues, and pizza ovens in your garden but remember that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a nuisance for the law and you could be fined. You are also not permitted to use damp, wet or rotting wood or other fuels on an open fire or stove in the Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels

Defra Approved Stoves are engineered to burn different types of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they comply with the strict government regulations for emissions when operating in smoke control zones. You can use them in any smoke-control area, as long as they are burning approved fuels, such as logs, briquettes and pellets. Stoves that are Defra approved will usually be identified by the a 'SE' logo which signifies Smoke Exempt.

A Defra-approved stove is different from a conventional multifuel stove in that it has secondary air vents that heat air before it enters into the firebox. This pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, leading to a cleaner combustion process. This also prevents the accumulation of soot and clogs in the chimney. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates that aid to regulate the flames and ensure an uniform heat distribution.

Using non-Defra approved stoves in areas with smoke control could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). If you wish to avoid being charged by Defra ensure that you make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been tested in accordance with government criteria.

DEFRA stoves can also be called Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most types of fuel but are especially suited to dry wood, both soft and hard. They're designed with air vents that can't be closed completely so that the stove will always have a supply of oxygen to support pure combustion and minimize soot and noxious gases.

This technology is not just compliant with the current standards for air quality of the government but also with the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will be implemented in 2022. A large portion of Stovax wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which signifies that they are in compliance with the new standards for emissions. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the ongoing efforts by the government to ensure that the air in the country is healthy and affordable DEFRA stoves clean.

Installation

If you reside in a Smoke Control Area, a Defra-exempt multifuel stove can help you comply with the rules. These wood burning and Affordable DEFRA stoves multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a smoke control area. They can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels like coal without concern about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved are able to reduce smoke levels through advanced combustion technology that creates less smoke. They usually employ the second stage of combustion, which re-burns some of the waste materials from the initial stage, making them less polluting and more efficient. In addition to the reduction in emissions the stoves also lessen the amount of soot build-up in the chimney and flue.

This is a great benefit especially if you live in a smoke controlled area since it means you can sit in front of a real fire more often and for longer, with the added benefit of lower utility bills. These multi-fuel and wood burning stoves are beneficial to the environment as they produce less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

A simple kit supplied by the manufacturer can make many stoves DEFRA-exempt. This kit alters the air vents on the stove to ensure that they do not shut at night. This is called slumbering, and it allows part-burned combustibles that would otherwise block the flue to escape into the atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber, and are more sustainable for the environment. They also prevent chimneys from being blocked less often.

To get the most benefit of your DEFRA approved stove it is recommended you have it installed professionally by an HETAS registered installer or an official from the Building Control Office. This will provide you with the assurance that your installation has been done to the correct specifications and in line with the most current regulations. It will also protect your warranty as the installer is able to self-certify their work.