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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a variety of multi-fuel stoves exempt from the regulations of defra. Defra approved stoves comply with government regulations and are engineered to burn fuel efficiently and emit low emissions.

This is particularly important when you live in a smoke-control area. Even if you do not need to, it is important to know that a Defra Stove is better for your chimney and your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website, several wood-burning stoves are described as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. To the average homeowner these terms might seem like jargon they don't need to pay attention to but that is not the truth.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for policies and regulations relating to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved stoves have passed a rigorous test to ensure that they comply with the government's strict rules for the emission of smoke during their operation. The stoves are specifically designed to burn the fuels of coal and wood more efficiently. This means they produce less pollution.

It's a great thing for those who live in Smoke Control Area, as the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in such areas except when using a DEFRA-approved stove and an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install an non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. As of January 2022, the rules will be altered and stoves that aren't approved won't be allowed to be used unless equipped with a secondary or secondary system that reduces their production of particulate nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing down the top air vent completely. This can cause the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves have an adjustable air supply that allows you to open the top vent slightly and still keep a safe and efficient burn.

Another benefit of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is crucial because numerous codes require a chimney to have a minimum 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a zone of smoke control you'll need a Defra approved stove if you want to legally burn wood in your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. You can see the list of areas in which you will require a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

A Defra approved stove, also known as a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a stringent test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, assisting the food and farming industries, and ensuring a flourishing rural economic. The tests Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed so that the stove produces low levels of grit and smoke when it's operating.

Stove Supermarket offers a variety of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can burn smokeless, authorised wood as well as seasoned fuels. These stoves are also known as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

In contrast to older stoves that are not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra woodburning and multi-fuel stoves feature secondary and tertiary air systems that ensure that the wood is completely burned before it exits the chimney. This is a much cleaner procedure than leaving a log fire on the fire to burn for long periods of time and it reduces the amount of smoke that could be emitted.

If you live or plan to move into an area designated as a Smoke Control Area then a stove that is Defra-exempt will be the best choice for you. Not only will it be more sustainable, but it can also help reduce the amount of smoke that can irritate your neighbors.

You can still use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your garden but be aware that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a statutory nuisance and you could be fined. In the Smoke Control Area You are not permitted to use open flames or stoves to burn damp, rotten or wet wood or any other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

premium DEFRA stoves Approved stoves are made to burn a wide variety of fuels including wood. They burn wood so cleanly that they are in compliance with the government's strict regulations for emissions when operating in smoke control zones. They can be used in any smoke-control area, as long as they are burning approved fuels, such as pellets, briquettes, and logs. Stoves that have been approved by Defra are usually identified with the an 'SE' symbol that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes the Defra approved stove different to traditional multifuel stoves is that they have secondary air vents that pre-heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, leading to an efficient combustion process. It also prevents the build-up of soot up and prevents the chimney from getting blocked. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates which help to control the flames and ensure even heat distribution.

Defra could impose heavy penalties for anyone who is using appliances that are not approved by Defra in smoke-controlled areas. To avoid the risk of being accused of trespassing by Defra you should only buy and use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested according to the government's strict criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used for any type of fuel however, they are most effective with wood that is dry and soft. The air vents aren't closed completely, so there's always oxygen to aid in pure combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current air quality standards but also future Ecodesign requirements which will come in 2022. Stovax stoves that burn wood and multifuel will be marked with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, that confirms they comply with the new standards for emission. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's ongoing efforts to keep the country's air healthy and clean.

Installation

If you live in a smoke control area then a DEFRA approved sustainable stoves exempt multi fuel stove can aid you in observing the regulations. These wood burning and 5Kw Multi fuel stoves defra approved fuel appliances have been tested independently to ensure that they comply with the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a Smoke control zone. They can be used to burn wood or other approved fuels such as coal without concern about the amount of smoke they emit.

Stoves that have been DEFRA permitted stoves approved can lower smoke levels by using advanced combustion techniques that produce less smokiness. They employ a second stage of combustion, which re-burns waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to the reduced emissions the stoves also lessen the amount of soot that accumulates within the flue and chimney.

This is great news if you reside in a smoke-free zone as it means you can have a genuine fire more often and longer, with the additional benefit of lower energy bills. As a result of the less pollution, these types of wood burning and multi fuel stoves are good for the environment as they can burn a wider variety of materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be converted to DEFRA exempt using an easy manufacturer-supplied kit. This kit can alter the air vents on the stove so that they are not closed at night. This is called slumbering, and allows part-burned combustibles that would otherwise block the flue to escape into the atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves do not slumber and are therefore much more eco-friendly and are less likely to block the chimney.

It is recommended that you have a HETAS certified installer or Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the best out of it. This will give you peace of mind that your installation has been completed to the correct specifications and complies with the most current regulations. It will also help protect your warranty since the installer can self-certify their work.