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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a great range of defra exempt multi fuel stoves to suit any home. Defra approved stoves meet government regulations and are designed to efficiently burn fuel with low emissions.

This is particularly important if you reside in a smoke-free area. Even if you don't have a smoke control area, a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our site that a number of our wood burning stoves are listed as being DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may seem like an esoteric term to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations concerning the environment, farming and food. Defra approved stoves have passed a rigorous test to ensure that they comply with the strict guidelines of the government for the emission of smoke during their operation. The stoves are designed to burn fuels like coal and wood more efficiently. This means they emit fewer pollutants.

It is good news for those who reside in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas, unless you use an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install a non-DEFRA approved contemporary stoves approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you only used authorised fuels like wood. But, as of January 2022, the law is changing and any non-approved stoves are not permitted to be installed at all unless they are fitted with a secondary or tertiary combustion system that can dramatically reduce their production of particulate matter, carbon dioxide, NOx and organic gaseous compounds.

Our Defra approved ranges are also equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing down the top air vent completely. This could result in the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves come with an adjustable air supply that lets you open the top vent a little while still maintaining the safety and efficiency of your fire.

A Defra-approved stove can also be fitted with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is vital because there are numerous building regulations that state that you need an unlined chimney that has at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-control area you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove 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 areas. On the order DEFRA stoves online site, you will find a list of areas that require a DEFRA Stoves Comparison-approved stove.

Multi Stoves Fuel

A Defra approved stove, also known as a DEFRA multi fuel or wood burning stove will have passed a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body who are responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting the farming and food industry and sustaining a thriving rural economy. The tests that Defra Approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces minimal levels of smoke and grit while it is in operation.

Many of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are multi fuel stoves that will allow you to burn authorised smokeless fuels as well as seasoned wood. They are usually described as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners and they are usually abbreviated to SE.

The most modern Defra woodburning and multi-fuel stoves are equipped with secondary and tertiary venting systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is more efficient than simply putting a piece of wood on the stove for long periods of time. It can also reduce the amount of smoke that could be produced.

If you are in an Smoke Control Area, or considering moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your home. Not only will it be more eco-friendly, but it will also help reduce the amount of smoke that can irritate your neighbors.

You are still able to use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your yard however, remember that toxic or excessive smoke could be a statutory nuisance and you could be fined. In an area designated as a Smoke Control Area it is not allowed to use open fires or stoves to burn damp, rotten or wet wood or any other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn a variety of fuels, including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they are in compliance with the strict regulations of the government regarding emissions during operation in smoke control areas. This means that you can use them legally in any area of smoke control provided you're burning authorised fuels like pellets, logs and Briquettes. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will be branded with a SE' symbol, which stands for Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is approved by Defra differs from a typical multifuel stove in that it has secondary air vents that heat air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated and pre-heated air ensures that all fuel is ignited to create a cleaner burning. It also prevents the build-up of soot up and stops the chimney from becoming blocked. Defra stoves have internal baffles which help to regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

Using non-Defra approved stoves in areas that are smoke-free could result in substantial fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). If you want to avoid being prosecuted by Defra, only make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been tested in accordance with the guidelines of the government.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They are compatible with all kinds of fuel, but they are especially suited to dry wood, both soft and hard. Air vents cannot be shut completely, which means there's always oxygen to ensure the clean combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current government's air quality standards but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will go in 2022. Stovax wood-burning stoves and multifuel stoves will be branded with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, that confirms they comply with the new standards for emission. These new standards are part of the government’s continuous efforts to keep the air in the country healthy and clean.

Installation

If you reside in a Smoke Control Zone and you are in a Smoke Control Area, a Defra exempt multi stove can help you comply with the rules. These wood-burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure that they meet the strict standards of smoke emission required in a Smoke control area. These stoves can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels such as coal without having to worry about the quantity of smoke they emit.

Stoves that are DEFRA stoves price range approved can reduce the amount of smoke produced by advanced combustion techniques that produce less smoke. These stoves use an additional stage of combustion that burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. These stoves reduce not only the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

If you live in a region that is smoke-free this is an important thing to be aware of. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and for a longer time. In addition, you'll save money on your utility bills. These wood-burning and 5kw multi fuel stoves defra approved-fuel stoves are great for the environment as they produce less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt with the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This alters the air vents on the stove to stop them from closing at night. This is referred to as slumbering and allows part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to be released into atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber and are more sustainable for the environment. They also block chimneys less often.

To make the most of your DEFRA approved stove it is recommended you have it professionally installed by an HETAS Registered Installer or an Building Control Officer. This will give you peace of mind that your installation has been done to the correct specifications and in line with the most current regulations. Additionally, it will also help protect your warranty as the installer will be able to self-certify their work.