Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stoves
The latest multi-fuel stoves have been approved by defra and blend the modern technology in clean burning with traditional designs. The features include preheated airwash systems, third-level combustion and secondary and the capability to burn wood or smokeless fuels.
The UK government requires that households in Smoke Control Areas only use exempt appliances and fuels that are approved. Stove Supermarket stocks a variety of defra exempted stoves that comply with the regulations.
Clean Burning
Defra approved multi fuel stoves have been subjected to rigorous tests to ensure they produce low emissions which allows you to burn authorised smokeless fuels legally in a smoke control area. These stoves are often HETAS-approved and have an 'clearSkies' rating, which means they meet the strictest emissions regulations.
These stoves have been designed with Clean Burn Technology to ensure that the wood is never separated from oxygen, which would cause it to smolder or create black smoke. This permits the stove to maintain a constant low level of combustion until the fuel has been consumed. You'll often see 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 manner which 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. These models are made by top brands such as Arada, Stovax and Burley and come with the latest technology of clean burning stoves. They offer high heating efficiency and secondary and tertiary combustion systems that remove smoke particles before they are drawn up the chimney.
If you reside in a smoke-control zone or not, a
DEFRA approved stylish stoves-approved log stove is the ideal for any home. These stoves are ideal for use with natural wood and smokeless solid fuel, and you can easily switch between the two using your stove's reversible airflow control. This allows you to be flexible and flexibility, allowing you to use your stove throughout the year.
To be compliant with the building regulations, a DEFRA exempt stove must be fitted by a licensed installer who can ensure that the appliance is safe for regular use and follows the latest guidelines. At Choice Stoves, we have a team of HETAS approved installers who can install your new stove in a safe manner and correctly, ensuring that you comply with the government's smoke emission regulations.
Low Emissions
The UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs handles regulations and policies that concern the natural environment as well as food, agriculture, and more. Smoke control is one of the major areas they supervise. This includes the ban of dark smoke from chimneys within urban areas.
If you reside in a region that is smoke-free, or in a city with a lot of people you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove that can burn wood or other solid fuels, and avoid annoying your neighbours. DEFRA stoves have been developed to pass rigorous emissions tests and reduce their output. They are therefore more sustainable than older models.
DEFRA multifuel stoves are more efficient and conform to environmental standards better than open fires or wood burners. This means that you can warm your home faster using less wood and emit fewer harmful gases into the air, thereby reducing your carbon footprint.
Look for the DEFRA-approved logo when you are shopping for a multifuel or wood burning stove. It will be visible on the stove's specifications or name and is usually followed by an 'SE' which stands for Smoke Exempt. If you see this then you can be certain that the stove has passed the rigorous DEFRA tests and can be used in a smoke-control area when burning authorised fuels.
Many people believe that a multi-fuel stove authorised by
Defra approved stylish Stoves can only be used with smokeless fuels like firelogs or briquettes. This isn't the case at all. As long as you follow the manufacturer's instructions and only burn approved fuels, you can use any solid fuel in a DEFRA-approved stove, even wood that is seasoned.
To get the best from your DEFRA multifuel stove, you'll be required to only use dry, seasoned wood that has a moisture content below 20 percent. Wet wood may cause excessive smoke, which could void the warranty. Mineral fuels that have a sulphur levels lower than 2 percent should be avoided in order to avoid dense deposits of ash.
Versatility
There are a variety of styles to pick from. These are available in traditional designs that will fit in an existing fireplace or inglenook to contemporary stoves which are perfect for homes that don't have an installed surround. A lot of
DEFRA stoves installation approved multi fuel stoves come with the option of adding an grate that can be multi fuel, meaning that you can burn charcoal and wood in addition to logs, giving you more options for heating. If you are planning to use 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 reside in a smoke control area, then a Defra Approved multi fuel stove is an absolute must-have. These stoves are designed to permit you to burn wood and smokeless fuels without emitting harmful pollutants into the air. A stove that is approved by Defra will allow you to comply with local laws and prevent costly fines.
Defra approved stoves employ the latest technology for combustion to burn cleanly wood and other authorised solid fuels. They accomplish this by delivering the right amount of air into the firebox to prevent the fuel from being depleted of oxygen. This stops part-burned combustibles like soot and ash from traveling up the chimney and then into the room. This means you're far less likely to have blocked chimneys and
DEFRA approved stylish Stoves it's good news for the environment too.
Stove World UK is proud to offer a range of DEFRA-exempt wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves by leading brands. The stoves we offer are available in a variety of designs that range from traditional to the contemporary. We also provide various sizes of flues. This way, you can find the ideal model that will fit your home and your budget.
The FLARE Collection from Be Modern Ignite 5 Widescreen multifuel stove is an excellent example of an affordable Defra approved stove that comes with all the features you require. It features a panoramic glass viewing area that lets you enjoy the mesmerising dancing of flames. It also has the ability to burn wood and smokeless fuel.
The ACR Earlswood LS Multifuel Stove is another option at a low cost that you can use in smoke-controlled areas. It is a powerful 5kW heating capacity and also the added benefit of being able be combined with log store bases to give you a more compact design to fit into larger fireplace openings. This stove also comes with a multi-fuel grate so you can burn a selection of non-smoke fuels as well as wood if you want to add versatility to your heating options.
