Defra Wood Stoves
If you reside in a smoke-free zone then you need a DEFRA approved wood stove. These stoves will provide plenty of flames, heat and light whilst emitting hardly any smoke.
Leading manufacturers such as Arada, Parkray and Stovax have created a wide collection of traditional Defra stoves which come with the most modern clean burning technology. These stoves can be used to burn various types of fuels, including smokeless coal.
Efficient Combustion
The wood stoves from Defra utilize the latest technology of combustion to ensure safe and efficient burning. They do this by ensuring that the fire isn't depleted of oxygen. This means that any partially burned combustion products that aren't fully burnt will not be able to escape the chimney and into the air where they can create pollution.
These Defra approved wood stoves are also better for your chimney and flue system since they emit less smoke than traditional stoves. This will help keep them cleaner for longer, reducing maintenance costs and increasing the efficiency of your stove.
Additionally, Defra wood stoves are perfect for those who live in UK Smoke Control Areas. This is because they permit you to burn authorised smokeless fuels and wood without violating the law. There are a range of sizes and heat outputs available to suit different home types, so you can locate the perfect Defra approved wood stove for your home.
Remember that only Defra-approved stoves are permitted to be used in smoke-controlled environments, as they are pre-approved to burn authorised fuels. You could be fined if use non-approved fuels in your stove that is Defra-approved.
Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This Defra-approved wood burning stove has a stunning ClearSkies score and an energy rating of A+. It is designed to be efficient, and has an air-to-fuel ratio of 1. Smoke emissions are minimal at 0.26g/h.
In addition to being compliant with DEFRA emission standards, this stove has been independently tested to a stringent SIA Ecodesign Ready standard and can be used in smoke controlled areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready stoves are designed to reduce emissions and are 66 percent more efficient than traditional open fires and stoves.
The best Defra approved stoves to use are made of dry, hard, untreated wood with 20% moisture% or lower. This will not only help ensure that the stove operates correctly, but also produce less smoke and improve the heating capacity.
Reduced Emissions
Many of the Defra wood stoves we sell are certified to be 'Ecodesign Ready'. This means they have been controlled to be as efficient and as eco-friendly as the EU permits. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards of efficiency and emissions than the government's "clearSkies" scheme.
The primary benefit of a Defra approved stove is that it will produce significantly less smoke than an uncertified stove. This is due to the fact that they were designed to ensure that the fire is supplied with an ongoing supply of air. This is accomplished by having a secondary and sometimes even a tertiary air intake. This ensures that the stove is not starved of oxygen during the process of combustion, and reduces the amount black smoke that it emits.
These modern stoves are also designed to produce much less harmful particulate pollution than previous models. This is important, because particulate pollution can get into the bloodstream. They then travel through the body before settling in the lungs or heart. This can lead to serious health issues and even premature death.
Despite the fact that these stoves emit significantly less harmful pollution than older models however, the EU is still seeking to reduce the amount of pollution from all sources. It has been linked to asthma and other respiratory issues.
The government has published an Environment Plan draft to help meet the new air quality goals. The plan aims to reduce the average PM2.5 concentrations in UK to 10 micrograms/cubic metre by 2040. This will require a reduction in household fuel emissions, including wood stoves.
In order to achieve this it will make it more difficult to buy and install stoves that aren't certified in smoke control zones. Stoves that are not certified by local authorities can be penalized to the tune of PS1,000 per hour of smoke emissions. If you reside in an area where smoke is controlled, it's essential to purchase a DEFRA approved stove.
We have a variety of Defra stoves to choose from, including the Classic 5 clean burn multi-fuel stove that starts at PS420. All of stoves are suitable for smoke-controlled areas and are available in a variety of styles.
Smoke Exempt
A DEFRA stove has passed a series of tests and examinations in order to comply with the Department of Environment regulations. They are designed to make use of fuel more efficiently, while reducing harmful pollution.
If you live in a smoke controlled area, then you need a DEFRA approved stove is required. It allows you to burn approved fuels, such as wood and other multifuels that would normally be restricted if you were not using a DEFRA stove. Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can be referred to as SE stoves (smoke-exempt) and display the SE logo in their name or specifications.
The Defra logo signifies that the stove has been subjected to independent testing and has confirmed to be able of burning wood in a smoke-control zone, without emitting harmful fumes. It is a great indication that the manufacturer has gone above and beyond to comply with the laws.
Some stoves have had their top air control adjusted so that it is not closed all the way. Shutting off the air supply to a stove will starve it of oxygen which hinders its combustion and creates black smoke.
DEFRA list stoves that are DEFRA approved let you burn wood with a 5" liner, whereas stoves that are not approved by DEFRA require an 6" flue liner. This is too big for a lot of UK chimneys.
Another good reason to choose a Defra wood burning stove is that they are more eco-friendly than older models of woodburners and open fires. The latest stoves by leading manufacturers like Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax come with secondary and tertiary systems to reduce emissions. This helps to reduce the carbon footprint of their owners.
Defra stoves are available in various styles to fit your home. They provide a variety of advantages and are available in a range of sizes. Some are more imposing like the Arizona A08E with its huge heat output, and others are subtler, like the minimalist Farringdon from Aarrow. You can even have an DEFRA stove installed into a recess such as the Aarrow I400 cassette stove to give an elegant, clean look to your living room.
EPA Certification
EPA certified stoves meet or exceed emissions levels required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This means they have been tested and designed to reduce the amount of pollution released into the atmosphere. They also generate more warmth with less wood. These benefits make EPA certified stoves a great choice for anyone looking to save money on fuel expenses while having the warm, cozy sensation of burning wood.
Stoves that are EPA certified will have an enlarger flue, which will save you money on installation. This is because they're designed to produce more heat than other stoves. This efficiency also increases the capacity of your heater which could save you money on fuel costs over time.
The EPA certification process requires stoves to be tested in conformity with strict rules and regulations that are issued by the government. It also assists manufacturers in maintaining high standards of quality, and assures that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that have been EPA certified must emit low levels of nitrous dioxide and particulates, which means they don't release harmful gases in the air. This can be an enormous benefit for homeowners who live in areas with smoke control regulations.
If you reside in an area that is smoke-controlled and smoke-controlled, you are allowed to burn certain kinds of fuels in your stove. Defra approved appliances have been modified to ensure that you can use various fuels, including smokeless fuels. These fuels are usually briquettes, or other easily-available dry materials that don't generate excessive smoke.
When you buy an exempt stove from defra is usually with a specific top air vent that restricts how much the stove will be starved of oxygen during the combustion. A lack of oxygen can cause your stove to smoulder and release black smoke into your home. The air vent at the top of Defra-exempt stoves is designed to stop you from closing it all the way.
Defra stoves are becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to provide a comfortable warm and cozy home, while also aiding in reducing the amount of smoke that is in the air. They are also simple to install and are suitable for installation in homes that have standard flue systems, so long you have a 6" flue liner.