Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves

The most recent DEFRA approved efficient stoves-approved multi fuel stoves combine the most advanced clean burning technology with extended viewing areas and traditional designs. They include preheated-airwash systems, third-level combustion and secondary, as well as the possibility of burning wood or smokeless fuels.

The UK government requires that homes in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances, and use fuels that are authorised. Stove Supermarket sells a variety of defra exempt stoves that are in compliance with the regulations.

Clean Burning

Defra approved stoves are subjected to strict tests to ensure that they produce low emissions. This allows you to burn smokeless fuels legally within a smoke control zone. Many of these stoves also HETAS certified and come with the clearSkies certification, meaning they meet the strictest emissions regulations.

These stoves are constructed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood isn't separated from oxygen, which could cause it to smoulder or create black smoke. This lets the stoves maintain a low level of combustion until the all fuel is used up. You'll often discover that a defra exempt stove comes with a secondary airflow system that ensures that briquettes that are part-burnt and other solid fuels are burned in a controlled way that reduces harmful gases and particulates.

You can purchase many different styles of defra approved multi fuel stoves. There are many traditional and contemporary designs available. These are ideal for installing into an existing fireplace chamber or inglenook. These models are manufactured by top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley and come with the latest clean burning stove technologies. These stoves offer high efficiency in heating, secondary and tertiary combustion systems that eliminate the smoke particles prior to being dragged up the chimney.

If you live in a smoke-free zone or not, a Defra approved log burner is the perfect addition to your home. These stoves are suitable for use with natural wood and smokeless solid fuel, and you can easily switch between them using the reversible airflow control on your stove. This gives you total flexibility and versatility and means you'll be able to use your stove throughout the year.

To ensure compliance with the building regulations, a DEFRA exempt stove has to be installed by a qualified installer who can verify that the appliance is suitable for regular use and follows the most current regulations. At Choice Stoves, we have a team of HETAS approved installers who can install your new stove in a safe manner and properly, ensuring you comply with the government's smoke emission regulations.

Low Emissions

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs of the UK government is responsible for the policies and regulations related to agriculture, food and DEFRA permitted stoves other natural issues. Smoke control is among the most important areas they manage. This includes the ban of dark smoke from chimneys in urban areas.

If you live in a large or a city town - also known as an area that is smoke-free - you'll require a DEFRA approved stove to burn wood and other solid fuels legally, and keep your neighbors from being disturbed by noisy smoke. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass stringent emission tests and limit their output, making them more environmentally 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 home faster and release less harmful gases into the atmosphere, thus reducing carbon footprint.

Make sure to look for the DEFRA approved logo when shopping for a multifuel or wood burning stove. It will be visible in the stove's title or specification and will often be followed by a 'SE', which stands for Smoke Exempt. If you see this, then you can be sure that the stove passed the stringent DEFRA tests and is able to be used in a smoke-control area in the event of burning approved fuels.

Many people believe that a DEFRA approved multi fuel stove will only be suitable for use with approved smokeless fuels such as briquettes and firelogs. This isn't the case at all. In fact, as long as you burn approved fuels in your DEFRA permitted stoves stove and follow the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe operation, you can burn the majority of solid fuels in a DEFRA approved stove, which includes the seasoned hardwood.

You'll get the most value from your DEFRA Multifuel Stove when you make use of only dry and seasoned wood that has a moisture content under 20%. Wet wood can cause excessive smoke, which can end the warranty. Mineral fuels must have a sulphur level below 2 percent to avoid thick ash deposits.

Versatility

There's a broad range of styles to choose from with designs ranging from traditional that can be incorporated into the existing fireplace chamber or inglenook to modern stoves that work well in homes without a pre-installed fire surround. Multi fuel stoves that are Defra approved can be equipped with a multi fuel grate, permitting you to burn logs, and smokeless coal. This provides you with additional heating options. However if you intend to use your stove for slumber burning (overnight) then you should choose a Defra approved wood burner isn't the best choice since it requires a continuous supply of air.

Convenience

If you live in a smoke control zone, then a Defra Approved multi fuel stove is essential. These stoves are designed to let you to burn wood and smokeless fuel without release of harmful pollutants into air. A Defra-approved stove will allow you to comply with local laws and avoid costly penalties.

Defra-approved stoves employ the most advanced combustion technology to burn wood and other solid fuels in a safe manner. This is achieved by delivering the right amount of air into the firebox, preventing fuel from being starved for oxygen. This stops combustibles which have not been fully burned, like soot and ash from blowing up the chimney into the room. This can reduce the chances of a blocked fireplace. It is also good for the environment.

Here at Stove World UK we're proud to offer a variety of DEFRA exempt wood burning and multi fuel stoves from the top brands. Our stoves are available in a variety of styles, from the traditional to the modern. We also have various sizes of flues. You can pick the model that best suits your home and budget.

The FLARE Collection from Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is an excellent example of an affordable Defra approved stove that has all the features you need. It has a large glass viewing area to enjoy the beautiful dancing of flames. It also has the ability to burn smokeless and wood.

The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove is another affordable option that can be used in smoke-controlled areas. It offers a huge 5kW heat output and the added benefit of being able be combined with log store bases to provide a more compact design that can be tucked into larger fireplace openings. The stove comes with a multifuel grate so you can burn wood as well as different types of smokeless fuels.