Defra Wood Stoves
If you live in a zone of smoke control then you require a DEFRA approved wood stove. These stoves emit very little smoke and offer plenty of light, heat and flames.
Leading manufacturers like Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have created a range of Defra stoves that are traditionally styled, but have the most recent in clean burning technology. These stoves can burn many different types of fuels, including smokeless coal.
Efficient Combustion
Defra wood stoves use the latest combustion technology to ensure clean and efficient burning. They do this by making sure that the fire isn't starved of oxygen. This ensures that any combustibles which are not fully burnt are not escaping up the chimney and into the air, where they can cause pollution.
These Defra approved wood stoves are also more suitable for your chimney and flue system since they produce much less smoke than traditional stoves. This helps keep them clean longer, reduce maintenance costs and enhance the efficiency of your wood stove.
fireplacesandstove make the perfect choice for those who reside in UK Smoke Control Areas. They permit burning wood and smokeless fuels, without violating the law. You can choose from a variety of sizes and heat outputs to suit your home.
It's important to keep in mind that only Defra approved stoves are to be used in smoke-controlled areas because they have been approved to burn authorised fuels and wood. If you burn a non-approved fuel in your Defra approved stove, you could be fined.
Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This wood burning stove that is Defra-approved has a stunning ClearSkies score and an energy rating of A+. It is designed to be efficient, with an air-to-fuel ratio that is 1:1. Smoke emissions are low at 0.26g/h.
This stove not only meets DEFRA emission standards, but it has also been independently tested according to a strict SIA Ecodesign Ready Standard and can be used within 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 most effective Defra approved stoves are made of dry, untreated wood with an average moisture content of 20% or lower. This will not only help to ensure that the stove operates properly, but will also create less smoke and increase its heating capacity.
Reduced Emissions
Many of the Defra wood stoves we sell are certified to be 'Ecodesign Ready'. This means that they have been approved by the EU to be as efficient and as clean burning possible. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards for efficiency and emissions than the federal government's 'clearSkies' scheme.
A Defra-approved stove will produce less smoke than the stove that isn't certified. This is due to the fact that they were designed to ensure that the fire has an uninterrupted supply of air. This is accomplished by having a secondary, and sometimes a third, air intake. This stops the stove from being starved of oxygen during the process of combustion and also reduces the amount of black smoke it produces.
Modern stoves also produce less harmful particulate pollution than older models. This is important because particulate pollution can enter the bloodstream and travel through the body, eventually settling in the lungs and the heart. This can cause serious health issues, and possibly premature death.
The EU wants to reduce pollution from all sources, despite the fact that the newer models emit less harmful pollutants. This is due to the fact that it has been associated with a variety of health problems, including asthma and other respiratory conditions.
In order to meet the new standards for air quality The government has released a draft Environment Plan. The plan is aimed at reducing the average PM 2.5 concentrations in the UK to 10 micrograms per cubic metre by 2040. This will require the reduction of household fuel emissions, including wood stoves.
One of the methods it plans to accomplish this is by making it harder to purchase and install stoves that aren't certified in smoke control zones. Stoves that are not approved are likely to be fined by local authorities, up to PS1,000 for each hour they release smoke. If you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's crucial to purchase a DEFRA approved stove.
We have a variety of Defra Stoves which include the Classic 5 Clean Burn Multi-Fuel Stove that starts at only PS420. They're all suitable for use in smoke controlled areas and are available in a variety of styles to suit your home.
Smoke Exempt
A DEFRA stove has passed a series of tests and tests to comply with the Department of Environment regulations. They are designed to burn fuel more efficiently and reduce harmful pollution.
If you reside in an area with smoke-control or smoke-controlled, the use of a DEFRA stove is essential. It permits you to burn approved fuels such as wood and other multifuels that would typically be restricted if you were not using a DEFRA stove. Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can be called SE stoves (smoke-exempt) and will have the SE logo in their name or in the specifications.
The Defra approved logo signifies that the stove has been independently tested and has been shown to burn wood in the smoke control zone without producing excessive smoke. It's a good indication that the manufacturer has gone further than the norm to ensure compliance with the regulations.
Some stoves have been fitted with a top air control adjusted to ensure that it can't be closed completely. The air supply that is shut off to a stove will deprive it of oxygen, which hinders its combustion and causes black smoke.
Stoves that are Defra approved also typically allow you to use 5" flue liner with them when burning wood, while non-DEFRA approved stoves require a 6" liner which is too big for many UK chimneys.
Another good reason to select a Defra wood burning stove is that they are more eco-friendly than older models of woodburners and open fires. The latest stoves made by top manufacturers such as Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax have secondary and tertiary systems that reduce emissions. This reduces the carbon footprint of their users.
Defra stoves come in different styles to match your home. They come with a range of benefits and are also available in a variety of sizes. Some are more striking, like the A08E from Arizona A08E with its large heat output, and others are more subtle, such as the minimal Farringdon from Aarrow. It is possible to fit the DEFRA woodburner into recesses, like the Aarrow I400 cassette stove for a sleek and clean design in 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 are designed to reduce the amount of pollution released into the air. They also generate more warmth and use less wood. These benefits make EPA certified stoves a great choice for anyone looking to save money on fuel while enjoying the warm, cozy sensation of burning wood.
Stoves that are EPA certified might be able to use smaller chimneys, which could help you save money on installation costs. This is because they are designed to burn more efficiently than other stoves. This efficiency can also increase the efficiency of the stove's heating and save you money on the cost of fuel.
The EPA certification requires that stoves are tested in accordance with strict guidelines and rules set by the government. It also helps manufacturers maintain high standards of quality, and assures that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that have been EPA certified must emit minimal levels of nitrous oxide and particulates, meaning they won't release harmful gases into the air. This is an enormous benefit to homeowners who live in areas with smoke control regulations.
If you reside in a smoke-free area, you can only burn certain kinds of fuels in your stove. Defra approved appliances have been altered so that they can burn a variety different fuels including smokeless fuels. These fuels are usually brquettes, or other readily available dry materials that do not emit excessive smoke.
If you purchase a stove that is exempt from defra is usually with a top air vent that limits how much the stove can be depleted of oxygen during the combustion. This is because too little oxygen can cause the stove to smoulder and emit black smoke into your home. The top air vent on stoves exempt from Defra regulations is modified to prevent the stove from closing completely.
Defra stoves are becoming increasingly popular due to their capability to provide a warm, comfortable home while reducing the amount of smoke in the air. They are easy to install and can be utilized in homes with standard chimney systems as long as they have 6" liner.