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Defra Approved Wood Stoves

If you reside in an UK smoke control zone (most cities and large towns) then you'll need a DEFRA approved stove to avoid violating the law. These 5kw defra multifuel stove Smoke Exempt appliances are designed to ensure that wood or multi fuel is burned without producing excessive amounts of smoke.

Cleaner Burning

Wood stoves exempt from Defra regulations, or 'clean burning' wood burners as they are typically referred to, use the latest combustion technology to reduce smoke and emissions. The wood stoves achieve this by using preheated third (hotter) air to help burn fuel more efficiently, DEFRA stove reducing harmful particles that are released into the atmosphere. The result is an efficient, cleaner fire that produces less smoke and is a more effective heating system.

Alongside enhancing the efficiency of the stove, modern wood stoves have also been designed to be more gentle to your chimney and flue system. They don't generate as much creosote as their older counterparts, so you can keep your flue and chimney clean for a longer time.

If you are in a zone of smoke control (most large towns and cities), you must only make use of a Defra approved stove or wood burner to avoid breaking the law and incurring the hefty penalty. However, even if you are not in a Smoke Control Area it is still advisable to buy a Defra Approved stove as they will not only create less noxious smoke, but will help you reduce your heating bills and carbon footprint as well.

Many manufacturers used to produce wood stoves that had poor performance and high emissions. This was due to the fact that they weren't EPA (U.S Environmental Protection Agency) or evaluated. This was due to a variety of factors, such as the size and type of fireplace and stove used, the manner in which wood was stored and burned and the way the stove was operated.

Today, all wood stoves must meet the higher standards of EPA emissions than their predecessors that were not certified. The most modern wood stoves have an EPA rating of less than one gram of smoke per hour.

There is a lot of potential for further improvement in the production of wood stoves. The Norwegian research institute SINTEF estimates that if all the old stoves were replaced with modern ones that meet Defra standards, then a few billion tonnes of carbon dioxide, which is a major contributor to climate change, could be saved every year.

Reduced Emissions

Stove Supermarket stocks the new DEFRA-approved wood burning stoves which use the latest clean burn technologies to ensure they can combust solid fuel and smokeless coal at a lower combustion temperatures. They emit less harmful emissions, and so you can use them in areas that control smoke.

The main pollutant emitted from burning solid fuels is fine particulate matter (PM2.5). These tiny particles are so tiny that they can enter the human respiratory system, and cause health issues like heart disease and stroke. Researchers from the University of Sheffield published a study that revealed that wood-burning stoves can release large amounts of particle size PM2.5 into the home. The concentration of these harmful particles soared every time the stove door was opened to refuel the fire.

In addition to reducing amount of PM2.5 released by the stove, DEFRA approved wood burning stoves also come with built-in air-wash systems that keep the glass clear of ash and soot. This keeps your stove looking new for longer and reduce the cost of maintenance and cleaning.

While the advantages of a wood stove are undeniable, the choice to purchase a stove which permits you to legally burn wood in a Smoke Control Area is a significant one. In the past, people had the ability to burn wood however they wanted, creating unhealthy levels of smog in towns and cities.

A Defra Approved Stove is the only legal option in Smoke Control areas for homeowners looking to legally use their fireplace. If you are thinking about purchasing a new wood burning stove or replacing your old open fire one, an Defra Approved Stove from an established manufacturer is the best option for compliance with smoke control regulations.

Stove Supermarket offers a wide selection of Defra-approved Wood Burning Stoves made by top brands like Arada, Burley, and Parkray. You can choose the model that is best for you. Our Defra Approved stoves are all Ecodesign compatible and come with a Defra Certificate of Conformity, so you can be confident that your new woodburning stove will comply with the most recent regulations for use in a smoke control zone.

High Efficiency

A high-efficiency wood burning stove uses less fuel to produce the same amount of heat. This will not just reduce your carbon footprint but will also substantially cut down on your energy bills. This is particularly important since the price of electricity and gas continues to rise. Switching to a wood stove that is defra-approved will allow you to take back control of the costs for your home and save money over time.

A Defra approved wood stove will be compliant with the regulations of the Government concerning smoke-free zones, so you can use it in smoke-free zones. If you see a stove with the words Defra Approved or 'SE' in its name it means that it is in compliance with the strict requirements set by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

They can produce much less particulate emission than earlier versions of wood burners and open fires. The latest stoves by leading manufacturers such as Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax come with secondary and tertiary burning systems that reduce the overall emissions of the stove. A majority of these wood-burning stoves are also SIA EcoDesign Ready, meaning they are more environmentally friendly than DEFRA Approved and will be able meet future emission goals.

A Defra-approved stove is not just more environmentally sustainable, but it will also burn your wood more efficiently than older stoves and open fires. This will result in less particulate emissions which is good news for those living in smoke control areas. In addition, a DEFRA Approved stove will also help you keep your fuel costs down. You can save money when you choose a stove that can burn more wood in an hour than a fire.

A Defra Approved Stove is a great investment for any homeowner who wants to be environmentally friendly and lower their energy costs. These stoves are not just efficient and clean, but they also are available in a variety of styles to fit your personal preferences.

Certification by the EPA

If you reside in an area where smoke is controlled, then you will need to use an approved DEFRA stove to burn wood in your home. Defra is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is the authority for regulations related to environmental and countryside issues. The Smoke Control Area Regulations prohibit the emission dark smoke from chimneys, unless using an exempt appliance or approved fuels such as smokeless coal. Stoves that are approved by Defra are the only appliances that can legally be used in these areas without breaking the law and resulting in fines of upto PS1,000.

The best way to be sure you buy a smoke-controlled stove is to look for the EPA 2020 certification label. This means that the stove has passed rigorous tests to be able to be used in a smoke control area. It is also rated as a highly efficient burner, ensuring that it produces the most heat using less fuel. This efficiency means homeowners will make monetary savings on their heating bills, Defra stove and they'll see a reduction in the amount of wood required to keep their homes warm.