Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves
The most modern multi-fuel stoves are approved by defra. They combine the latest technology in clean burning with traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems, third-level combustion and secondary, as well as the ability to burn wood, or smokeless fuels.
The UK government requires that households living in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances, and fuels that are authorised. Stove Supermarket has a selection of defra exempt stoves that comply with the regulations.
Clean Burning
Defra approved multi fuel stoves have undergone rigorous tests to make sure they emit a low amount of emissions, allowing you to use smokeless fuels legally within an area of smoke control. Many of these stoves are also HETAS approved and have a clearSkies certification rating that means they meet the strictest emission regulations.
These stoves are designed with Clean Burn technology to ensure that wood is never disconnected from oxygen, which would otherwise cause it to smoulder and produce black smoke. This allows the stove to maintain a constant low level of combustion until all the fuel is used up. It is common to discover that a defra exempt stove has an additional secondary airflow system that ensures that part-burnt briquettes and other solid fuel are burned in a controlled manner that reduces harmful gases and particles.
You can purchase an array of various styles of defra certified multi fuel stoves, with numerous contemporary and traditional designs available. They are ideal for installation in an existing fireplace chamber. These models are made by top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley, and feature the latest technology of clean burning stoves. These models feature high heating efficiency, secondary and tertiary burners that remove smoke particles prior to being drawn up the chimney.
If you reside in a smoke-control area or not, a Defra-approved wood burner is the ideal addition to any home. These stoves can be used with either natural wood or solid fuel that is smokeless. You can easily switch between both using the reversible control of your stove. This gives you flexibility and flexibility, allowing you to use your stove throughout the year.
To meet the building codes, a defra exempt stove is required to be installed by a qualified installer. The installer will be able to verify that the appliance complies with latest regulations and is suitable for regular usage. We have a team HETAS certified installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, making sure you're in compliance with federal smoke emission regulations.
Low Emissions
The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs manages regulations and policies pertaining to the natural environment as well as food, agriculture and much more. One of the most important areas that they oversee is smoke control, which prohibits the emission of dark smoke from chimneys in urban areas (apart from certain exceptions).
If you reside in an area that is smoke-free, or in a city with a lot of people you'll require an approved DEFRA stove to burn wood or other solid fuels and keep your neighbors from being annoying. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass rigorous emissions tests and minimise their output which makes them more eco friendly than older models.
DEFRA multifuels stoves are more efficient and meet the environmental standards more than open fires or wood burners. This means that you can heat your room faster with less wood and release fewer harmful gases into the atmosphere which reduces the carbon footprint.
When you are looking for a wood burning or multifuel stove, look out for the DEFRA approved logo. This will appear on the stove's specification or name and is usually followed by an "SE" that stands for Smoke Exempt. If you notice this then you can be confident that the stove has passed the rigorous DEFRA tests and is suitable for use in a smoke control area when burning fuels that are approved.
Many people assume that a DEFRA approved multi-fuel stove will only be able to be used with smokeless fuels that are approved, such as briquettes and firelogs. This isn't the case at all. In reality it is true that as long as you burn approved fuels in your DEFRA stove and follow the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure safe operation, you can burn most solid fuels in the DEFRA approved stove, which includes seasoned hardwood.
You will benefit the most from your DEFRA Multifuel Stove when you make use of only dry, seasoned, or seasoned wood that has an average moisture content of less than 20 percent. Using wet wood will create excessive smoke and may cause the warranty to be void. In the same way, mineral fuels should have a sulphur level below 2% to avoid excessively thick ash deposits.
Versatility
There is a wide selection of styles to choose from, ranging from traditional designs that are perfect for an existing fireplace chamber or inglenook to contemporary stoves that work well in homes without a pre-installed fire surround. Multi fuel stoves that are Defra approved are equipped with a multi fuel grate allowing you to burn wood, smokeless coal and logs. This provides you with additional heating options. If you plan to use your stove as a slumber burner (overnight), a Defra-approved wood burner will not be suitable since it requires a continuous air supply.
Convenience
If you reside in a zone that has smoke control then the use of a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove is a must. These stoves permit you to burn smokeless fuel or wood and they are designed to make this happen without releasing harmful pollutants into the air. A Defra approved stove will ensure you are compliant with local laws and avoid costly fines.
Defra approved stoves use the most advanced combustion technology to efficiently burn wood and other approved solid fuels. They achieve this by delivering the proper amount of air into the firebox to stop fuel being starved of oxygen. This stops combustibles which aren't completely burned, like soot and ash from blowing up the chimney into the room. This reduces the chance of a blocked fireplace and is also good for the environment.
Stove World UK is proud to offer a variety of DEFRA-exempt wood burning stoves, as well as multi fuel stoves from the top brands. The stoves we offer are available in a range of styles from traditional to the modern. We also have a selection of flue sizes. You can choose the model that is most suitable for your needs and budget.
The FLARE Collection by Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is an excellent example of an affordable Defra approved stove that has all the features you want. It comes with a panoramic glass viewing area to enjoy the mesmerising dancing of flames. It also has the ability to burn wood and smokeless fuel.
affordable DEFRA stoves is another great affordable option that can be used in smoke-controlled areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove boasts a generous output of 5kW in terms of heat and comes with a base which stores logs to make it more compact for taller fireplace openings. This stove has a multifuel grate so you can burn wood as well as various smokeless fuels.