Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There's a wide selection of defra exempt multi fuel stoves that will fit in with any home. Defra approved stoves comply with government regulations and are engineered to burn fuel efficiently and emit low emissions.

This is particularly crucial especially if you reside in a smoke control zone. But even if do not have a smoke control area, a Defra stove is more beneficial for your chimney and the neighbours.

Defra Approved

You might have noticed that on our website, several wood burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. To the average homeowner these terms could appear to be jargon that they do not need to pay attention to, but this is not the truth.

DEFRA approved wood burning stoves is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are accountable for the policies and regulations related to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved products have gone through rigorous tests to ensure that they meet the strict guidelines set by the government regarding smoke emissions during operation. They are also designed to burn authorised fuels like wood and coal more efficiently, which means that they produce far fewer pollutants.

It's a great thing for those who reside in Smoke Control Area, as the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within such areas except when using an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it has been possible to install a non-Defra approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you used only approved fuels such as wood. However, from January 2022, the law is changing and stoves that are not approved will not be allowed to be installed at all unless they have been fitted with a secondary or tertiary combustion system that will drastically reduce their production of particulate matter and NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are equipped with a mechanism which will stop you from closing the top air vent completely down as this can cause the fire to smolder and emit smoke into your room. Instead, these stoves come with an adjustable air supply that lets you open the top vent a little and still maintain an efficient and safe burn.

A stove that is Defra-approved can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important as there are many building regulations that state that you need a chimney with at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke control area, you will need a Defra approved stove to legally burn wood in your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA approved high-quality stoves to ensure that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. You can find the list of areas for which you need a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Defra Exempt Stoves & Multi Stoves Fuel

A Defra approved stove, also known as a DEFRA list stoves multi wood burning stove or fuel, has passed a rigorous test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA stoves ratings). The UK government body is responsible for protecting our natural environment, promoting the food and farming industry and sustaining a flourishing rural economy. The tests premium DEFRA stoves approved stoves must pass are designed so that the appliance produces only low levels of grit and smoke when it's operating.

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

The most recent Defra stoves for woodburning and multi-fuel come with secondary and tertiary venting systems that ensure that the wood is completely burned before it leaves the chimney. This is more efficient than leaving a log on the fire for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that could be produced.

If you live in an Smoke Control Area, or in the process of moving into one, then a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your home. Not only will it be more sustainable, but it will help to minimise the nuisance smoke that could upset your neighbours.

You can still enjoy an open flame, barbecues and a pizza oven in your garden. However excessive or toxic smoke could be considered a nuisance and you could be fined. In a Smoke Control Area it is not permitted to use open fires or stoves to burn damp, rotten or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels

Defra Approved Stoves are engineered to burn various fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they are in compliance with strict government regulations for emissions when operating in smoke zones for control. This means that they can be used legally in any smoke control zone as long as you're burning authorised fuels such as pellets, logs and Briquettes. Stoves that are Defra Approved will usually be identified by the an 'SE' symbol that stands for Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is Defra-approved differs from a standard multifuel stove because it has secondary air vents that pre-heat air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated air ensures that the fuel is ignited in order to produce a cleaner combustion. It also helps to reduce the build-up of soot up and stops the chimney from getting blocked. Defra stoves are equipped with internal baffles that help regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

Stoves that are not approved by DEFRA in areas with smoke control could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). To avoid being prosecuted by Defra you should only purchase and use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to the government's strict criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most kinds of fuel, but are especially suited to dry soft and hard wood. Air vents cannot be closed completely, so there is always oxygen to ensure pure combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current government's air quality standards but also future Ecodesign requirements that will come in 2022. A majority of Stovax wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves we offer will carry this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which indicates that they comply with these new stricter emissions standards. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's continued efforts to keep the country's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you live in a smoke control area then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove will assist you in complying with the regulations. These wood-burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure that they comply with the strict standards of smoke emission required in a smoke control zone. These stoves can burn wood, or other fuels like coal, without worrying about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved are able to reduce smoke levels through advanced technology for combustion that produces less smoke. These stoves use a second stage of combustion that re-burns waste products from the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. They reduce not just the amount of carbon dioxide emissions, but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

This is an excellent option if you reside in a smoke-free area as it means that you can sit in front of a real fire more often and longer, with the added benefit of having lower utility bills. These wood burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment since they release less pollution. They can also be used to burn more materials than other stoves.

Most stoves can be converted to DEFRA exempt by using an easy manufacturer-supplied kit. This changes the air vents of the stove, preventing them from closing at night. This is known as slumbering and allows part-burned combustibles that would otherwise block the flue to escape into the air. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber and are better for the environment. They also block chimneys less often.

To make the most of your DEFRA approved stove it is recommended you have it installed professionally by a HETAS Registered Installer or a Building Control Officer. You will have peace of assurance that the installation was completed in accordance to the correct specifications, and is in compliance with the current regulations. It also helps protect your warranty as the installer is able to self-certify their own work.