DEFRA accredited stoves Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The latest defra certified multi fuel stoves incorporate the latest technology for clean burning with extended viewing areas and traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems, secondary and third-level combustion as well as the possibility of burning wood or smokeless fuels.

The UK government requires that all 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 conform with the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved stoves have been subjected to rigorous tests to ensure that they produce low emissions. This permits you to use smokeless fuels in a smoke-free zone. Many of these stoves are also HETAS certified and come with an approval rating of clearSkies which means they comply with the strictest emission regulations.

The stoves are designed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood is never separated from oxygen, which could cause it to smoulder or create black smoke. This lets the stoves maintain a low degree of combustion until total amount of fuel is consumed. It is common to see that a defra-exempt stove has a second airflow system that ensures that briquettes that are part-burnt and other solid fuel are burned in a controlled manner, which helps reduce harmful gases and particulates.

You can choose from a range of modern and traditional designs of multi-fuel stoves that are defra-approved. These stoves are ideal for installation into an existing fireplace chamber or an inglenook. These models are manufactured by the top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley, and feature the latest clean burning stove technologies. They provide high heating efficiency and secondary and tertiary combustible systems that eliminate smoke particles before they are drawn up the chimney.

If you reside in a smoke-control zone or not, 5kw defra multifuel stove a Defra-approved log burner is the ideal addition to any home. These stoves can be used with natural wood or smokeless solid fuel. You can easily switch between them using the reversible control on your stove. This gives you total flexibility and versatility. This means you'll be able to use your stove all year round.

To meet the building codes, a defra exempt stove must be installed by a certified installer. The installer will be able to verify that the appliance complies with current regulations and is suitable for 5Kw defra multifuel stove use on a regular basis. We have a team HETAS approved installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove properly and safely, ensuring you comply with government smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is responsible for regulating and policies pertaining to the natural environment as well as food, agriculture and much more. Smoke control is among the major areas they supervise. This includes the restriction of dark smoke coming from chimneys within urban areas.

If you reside in a large or city town - also called a smoke-controlled area you'll require a DEFRA approved stove to burn wood and other solid fuels in a legal manner and keep your neighbors from being disturbed by nuisance smoke. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass rigorous emissions tests and reduce their emissions which makes them more eco green than the older models.

In addition to complying with environmental standards, DEFRA multifuel stoves are generally more efficient than traditional wood burners and open fires. This means you can heat a room faster and release less harmful gases into the air, thereby cutting down on carbon emissions.

Make sure to look for the DEFRA approved logo when you are shopping for a multifuel or wood burning stove. This will appear on the stove's specifications or title and is often followed by a 'SE' which stands for Smoke Exempt. If you notice it you can be certain that the stove has passed DEFRA's rigorous tests and can be burned in a smoke-control room using authorised fuels.

Many people believe that a multi-fuel stove authorised by DEFRA can only be used with smokeless fuels like firelogs or briquettes. This isn't the case at all. As long as you adhere to the manufacturer's instructions and only burn approved fuels, you are able to use any solid fuel in a DEFRA-approved stove, even seasoned hardwood.

To get the most value out of your DEFRA multifuel stove, you will need to ensure that you only use dry, seasoned wood with less than 20 percent. Wet wood can create excessive smoke, which can void the warranty. Mineral fuels with a sulphur levels below 2 percent should be avoided to avoid excessively dense deposits of ash.

Versatility

There are a variety of styles to pick from. They are available in traditional designs that can be incorporated into an existing fireplace or inglenook to modern stoves that are ideal for homes that do not have an already installed surround. A lot of Defra approved multi fuel stoves also come with the option of adding multi fuel grates, which means that you can use charcoal and wood in addition to logs giving you a variety of heating options. If you are planning to make use of your stove as a slumber-burner (overnight) then a Defra approved wood burner will not be suitable since it requires a continuous air supply.

Convenience

If you reside in a smoke control area then a Defra Approved multi fuel stove is essential. These stoves are designed to permit you to burn wood or smokeless fuel without release of harmful pollutants into air. A Defra approved stove will ensure you are compliant with local laws and avoid expensive penalties.

Defra-approved stoves utilize the most advanced technology for combustion to burn wood and other solid fuels in a clean manner. This is achieved by delivering the correct amount of air into the firebox, thus preventing fuel from being starved for oxygen. This stops combustibles which have not been fully burned, like soot and ash, from being blown 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-compliant wood burning stoves as well as multi fuel stoves by leading brands. We have all styles from traditional to modern designs, and all of our stoves are available with a variety of flue sizes. You can pick the stove that best suits your budget and home.

The FLARE Collection from Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is a good example of a low-cost Defra approved stove that comes with all the features you want. It has a large glass viewing area to enjoy the captivating dance of flames. It also has the ability to burn wood and smokeless fuel.

The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is another great affordable option that can be used in smoke controlled areas. It has a generous 5kw defra multifuel Stove of heat output, and the added benefit of being able be combined with a log store base to create a more compact design to fit into larger fireplace openings. The stove also comes with a multi fuel stove defra approved-fuel grate so you can burn a variety of non-smoke fuels as well as wood if you want to add versatility to your heating options.