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The latest multi-fuel stoves are approved by defra and blend the most advanced technology in clean burning with traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems, secondary and tertiary combustion as well as the possibility of burning wood or smokeless fuels that are authorised.
The UK government requires that all households living in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances, and use fuels that are licensed. Stove Supermarket offers a selection of defra exempted stoves that comply to the regulations.
Clean Burning
Defra approved stoves are subjected tests to ensure that they produce low emissions. This allows you to use smokeless fuels within a smoke control zone. A majority of these stoves are also HETAS approved and come with an approval rating of clearSkies which means they comply with the strictest emissions regulations.
These stoves are designed with Clean Burn technology to ensure that wood is never cut off from its oxygen supply which could cause it to smolder and produce black smoke. This lets the stove keep a steady low level of combustion until the fuel is used up. A defra-exempt stove is likely to include a secondary airflow system which ensures that the solid fuel and briquettes are burnt in a controlled way that reduces harmful gases and particles.
You can choose from a variety of contemporary and traditional designs of multi-fuel stoves that are approved by the defra. These stoves are ideal for installation in an existing fireplace chamber. Many of these models are made by top brands like Arada, Stovax, Burley and Parkray and come with the most recent in clean burning stove technology. They provide high heating efficiency as well as secondary and tertiary combustion systems to eliminate smoke particles prior to being drawn up the chimney.
If you live in a zone of smoke control or not an Defra approved log burner can be the perfect addition to your home. These stoves are ideal for use with natural wood and smokeless solid fuel, and you can switch between the two by using the reversible airflow controls on your stove. This allows you to be flexible and versatility, and allows you to use your stove all the year.
To comply with the building regulations, a DEFRA exempt stove must be fitted by a licensed installer who can confirm that the appliance is suitable for regular use and follows the most recent guidelines. We have a team of HETAS approved installers at Choice Stoves who can install your new stove correctly and safely, making sure you're in compliance with federal smoke emission regulations.
Low Emission Vehicles
The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs manages regulations and policies regarding the natural environment as well as food, agriculture, and more. Smoke control is one of the main areas they oversee. This includes the ban of dark smoke emitted from chimneys in urban areas.
If you reside in an area which is smoke-free or a large city, you will need a DEFRA-approved stove that can burn wood or other solid fuels to keep your neighbors from being annoying. DEFRA stoves are designed to pass stringent emission tests and limit their output and are therefore more environmentally friendly than older models.
DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and meet environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means that you can warm your home faster using less wood and emit less harmful gases into the air, thereby reducing your carbon footprint.
Check for the DEFRA-approved logo when buying a wood or multifuel stove. It is usually displayed on the stove's specification or name and is usually followed by a "SE" which means Smoke Exempt. If you spot it you can be certain that the stove has passed DEFRA's rigorous tests and can be used in a smoke-control area using fuels that are approved.
Many people believe that a multi-fuel stove that has been approved by DEFRA can only be used with smokeless fuels like firelogs or briquettes. This isn't the case at all. In fact, as long as you burn approved fuels in your DEFRA stove and follow the manufacturer's guidelines for safe operation, then you can burn most solid fuels in a DEFRA approved stove, which includes seasoned hardwood.
To get the most results from your DEFRA multifuel stove, you'll need to ensure that you only use dry, seasoned wood with a a moisture content below 20%. Wet wood can create excessive smoke, which can void the warranty. Similarly, mineral fuels should have a sulphur content below 2 percent to avoid thick ash deposits.
Versatility
There are a variety of styles to pick from. They include traditional designs that can be incorporated into an existing fireplace or inglenook, to contemporary stoves which are ideal for homes that don't have an already installed surround. Many Defra approved multi fuel stoves also come with the option of adding multi fuel grates, which means that you can use wood and smokeless coal as well as logs giving you a variety of heating options. If you plan to make use of your stove as a slumber-burner (overnight), a Defra-approved wood burner will not be suitable as it requires a constant air supply.
Convenience
If you live in a smoke control zone, then a Defra Approved multi fuel stove is an absolute must-have. These stoves let you burn smokeless or wood and are designed to allow this to happen without releasing harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. A stove that is approved by Defra will help you adhere to local laws and help avoid costly fines.
Defra approved stoves utilize the most advanced combustion technology to burn cleanly wood and other authorised solid fuels. This is achieved by delivering the right amount of air into the firebox, preventing fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops part-burned combustibles like ash and soot from going through the chimney and into the room. This means that you're less likely to experience a blocked chimney and it's an environmental benefit too.
Stove World UK is proud to offer a variety of DEFRA-compliant wood burning stoves as well as multi fuel stoves made by top brands. We've got all styles from traditional to modern designs and all of our stoves are available with a variety of flue sizes. This means you can find the ideal model to suit your home and your budget.
The FLARE Collection Ignite 5 Multifuel Stove from Be Modern is a good example of a low-cost stove that is Defra-approved, and comes with all the features you want. It features a stunning panoramic glass viewing window to watch the beautiful dance of flames, and it's also able of burning wood and smokeless fuel.
The ACR Earlswood LS Multifuel Stove is another option at a low cost which you can utilize in smoke-free areas. The ACR Earlswood LS multifuel stove boasts a generous output of 5kW in terms of heat and can be used with a base that stores logs to make it compact for fireplaces with higher openings. This stove is equipped with an grate that can be multifuel, meaning you can burn wood and a variety of smokeless fuels.