Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There's a huge selection of defra exempt multi-fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves comply with government regulations and are designed to maximize fuel efficiency and emissions that are low.

This is particularly important when you live in a smoke-control zone. But even if don't need to, it is still advisable to have a Defra stove is more beneficial for your chimney and neighbours.

Defra Approved

You might have noticed that on our website, a variety of wood burning stoves are described as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. These terms may seem like an esoteric term to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are accountable for policies and regulations relating to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved products have undergone rigorous testing to ensure they meet the strict guidelines of the government for smoke emissions during operation. They are designed to burn fuels like coal and wood more efficiently. This means they produce less pollutants.

It's a great thing for those who live in Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within these areas unless using an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. However, from January 2022, the law is changing and stoves that aren't approved are not allowed to be used unless they've been equipped with a secondary or tertiary combustion system that will drastically reduce the production of particulate matter NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

Our Defra approved ranges are also equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing down the top air vent completely. This could lead to the fire to smolder and release smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves feature an adjustable air supply that allows you to open the top vent a little and still keep the safety and efficiency of your fire.

Another benefit of buying a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is crucial because there are numerous building regulations which state that you need an elongated chimney with at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-control area, you'll need a Defra-approved stove to use wood legally in your home. DEFRA has tested these stoves to confirm that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. You can view the list of areas for which you will require a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Defra Exempt Stoves & Multi Fuel Stoves

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi wood burning stove or fuel, has passed a rigorous 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, supporting agriculture and food industry and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests that Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces only minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it is in operation.

Stove Supermarket offers a variety of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can burn smokeless, authorised wood and well-seasoned fuels. They are usually referred to as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners. They are often abbreviated as SE.

https://www.fireplacesandstove.com/categories/defra-stoves and multi-fuel stoves come with secondary and tertiary air ventilation systems that ensure the wood is fully burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a better method than leaving a log on the fire for a long period of time. It also reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that can be produced.

If you are in an Smoke Control Area, or considering moving into one, then a Defra exempt stove is the best choice for your property. It's not just more environmentally friendly, but it also helps to reduce the amount of smoke that can make your neighbors angry.

You can still use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your backyard but be aware that excessive or toxic smoke could be a nuisance for the law and you could be fined. In a Smoke Control Area it is not allowed to use open fires or stoves to burn damp, rotten, or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

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

What is it that makes a Defra approved stove distinct from traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents which pre-heat the air prior to entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, which results in an efficient combustion process. It also prevents the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from getting blocked. Defra stoves also have internal baffle plates which help to control the flames and ensure evenly distributed heat distribution.

Using non-Defra approved stoves in smoke controlled areas could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). If you want to avoid being charged by Defra make sure you use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested in accordance with the government's guidelines.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used for most types of fuel, but they are best suited to wood that is soft and dry. They're designed with air vents that can't be closed completely so that the stove will always get a supply of oxygen to support pure combustion and minimize soot and noxious gases.

This technology is not only compatible with the current standards for air quality of the government, but also with future Ecodesign requirements that will be in place in 2022. A majority of Stovax multi-fuel and wood burning stoves we sell will bear this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which signifies that they are in compliance with the new, stricter emission standards. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's continued efforts to keep the nation's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you reside in a smoke-free zone then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can aid you in observing the regulations. These wood-burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure they meet the strict standards of smoke emission required in a smoke control area. They can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels, such as coal, without concern about the amount of smoke they emit.

Stoves that are DEFRA certified can reduce smoke levels through advanced combustion technology that creates less smoke. They employ an additional stage of combustion that recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. In addition to the reduced emissions, these stoves also reduce the amount of soot that builds up in the chimney and flue.

This is a great benefit for those who live in a smoke controlled area since it means you can have a genuine fire more often and for longer, with the additional benefit of lower energy bills. Due to the reduced levels of pollution, these kinds of wood-burning and multi fuel stoves are also good for the environment as they are able to use a wider range of materials than other stoves.

A simple kit offered by the manufacturer can make most stoves DEFRA-exempt. This alters the air vents on the stove, preventing them from being closed down at night. This is referred to as slumbering and it allows for part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to be released into the air. DEFRA approved stoves do not sleep, and therefore are better for the environment and are less likely to block the chimney.

To get the most benefit of your DEFRA approved stove, it is recommended that you have it installed professionally by a HETAS registered installer or an official from the Building Control Office. You will have peace of peace of mind knowing that the installation was done in accordance with the correct specifications, and is compliant with the most recent regulations. It also helps protect your warranty as the installer is able to self-certify their own work.