Defra Wood Stoves
If you reside in an area that has smoke control you’ll need a DEFRA-approved wood stove. These stoves provide a generous amount of heat, flames and light while releasing hardly any smoke.
Leading manufacturers like Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have created a range of Defra stoves that are traditional styled, but have the latest in clean burning technology. These stoves can burn a variety of fuels including smokeless coal.
Efficient Combustion
Defra wood stoves utilize the latest technology of combustion to ensure safe and efficient burning. This is accomplished by making sure that the fire does not run out of oxygen. This ensures that any combustibles that are not fully burned will not escape down the chimney into the air, where they can create pollution.
These Defra approved wood stoves are also more suitable for your chimney and flue as they emit less smoke than traditional stoves. This will help keep them cleaner for longer which will reduce maintenance costs while improving the performance of your stove.
Defra wood stoves also make the perfect choice for those who reside in UK Smoke Control Areas. They allow you to burn wood and smokeless fuels without violating the law. You can select from a range 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 approved wood and fuels. You could be fined if use non-approved fuels in your Defra-approved stove.
Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This Defra-approved wood burning stove boasts an impressive ClearSkies score and an energy rating of A+. It is designed to be efficient, and has an air-to-fuel ratio of 1:1. Smoke emissions are very low at 0.26g/h.
This stove is not only compliant with DEFRA emission standards however, it has been tested independently according to the strict SIA Ecodesign Ready Standard and can be used in smoke-controlled areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready stoves are designed to reduce emissions and are 66 percent more efficient than older open fires and stoves.
The best Defra approved stoves to use are those made of hard, dry untreated wood with a moisture content of 20 percent or less. This will ensure that the stove is operating effectively and reduce smoke and improve the heating capacity.
Reduced Emissions
A large portion of the Defra wood stoves we offer have been certified to be ‘Ecodesign Ready’. This means that they are checked to be as efficient and as eco-friendly as the EU allows. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards for efficiency and emissions than the government’s “clearSkies” scheme.
A stove that is Defra-approved produces less smoke than one that isn’t certified. This is due to the fact that they were designed to ensure that the fire is supplied with an uninterrupted supply of air. This is done by having a secondary, and sometimes a tertiary air intake. This prevents the stove from being starved of air during the combustion process and thus reduces the amount of black smoke that it releases.
Modern stoves also produce less harmful particulate pollution than older models. This is crucial because particulate matter can get into the bloodstream and travel through the body, eventually settling in the lungs and heart. This can lead to serious health issues and even premature death.
Despite the fact that these stoves generate significantly less harmful pollution than older models and emit less harmful pollutants, the EU continues to seek ways to reduce the amount of pollution from all sources. It has been associated with asthma and other respiratory ailments.
In order to meet the new standards for air quality the government has released the 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 a dramatic reduction in emissions from domestic fuels like wood burners.
One of the ways it plans to achieve this is by making it more difficult to purchase and install stoves that are not certified in areas with smoke control. Stoves that aren’t certified will be fined by local authorities, ranging from PS1,000 for each hour they release smoke. This is why it’s important to buy a DEFRA approved stove if you live in a smoke controlled area.
We have a range of Defra Stoves, including the Classic 5 Clean Burn Multi-Fuel Stove that is priced at PS420. They’re all suitable for use in smoke controlled areas and come in a range of styles to fit your home.
Smoke Exempt
A DEFRA stove has passed a string of tests and exams to be in compliance with Department of Environment regulations. They are designed to burn fuel efficiently by reducing harmful pollutants.
If you live in a smoke controlled zone, then a DEFRA approved stove is required. 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 stoves cost approved can be known as SE stoves (smoke-exempt) and display the SE logo in their name or specifications.
The Defra logo indicates that the stove has undergone independent testing and has confirmed to be able of burning wood in a smoke-control zone without emitting harmful fumes. It’s a good indicator that the manufacturer has gone further than the norm to ensure compliance with the rules.
Some stoves have their top air controls modified to prevent the entire control from being shut. Closing the air supply to a log burner can deprive it of oxygen, which hinders its combustion and causes black smoke.
Stoves that are Defra approved will typically allow you to use 5″ flue liner when burning wood, however non-DEFRA approved stoves require a 6″ liner, which is too large for a lot of UK chimneys.
Another good reason to select a Defra wood burning stove is that they are more NRG 4.5KW Eco Design Stove Portable Fireplace-friendly than older models of woodburners or open fires. The latest stoves from the top manufacturers such as Arada, Burley, Parkray and Stovax incorporate secondary and tertiary combustion methods to reduce their emissions, which helps to reduce the carbon footprint.
Defra stoves come in a variety of styles to fit your home. They provide a variety of benefits and are also available in a variety of sizes. Some are more striking, like the A08E from Arizona A08E with its massive heat output, and others are subtler, like the minimal Farringdon from Aarrow. You can even get an DEFRA stove installed in a recess like the Aarrow I400 cassette stove to give an elegant, clean look to your living room.
EPA Certification
EPA certified stoves are made to meet or exceed emission levels required by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They have been tested to ensure that they do not release pollutants released into the air. They also generate more heat and use less wood. These advantages make EPA certified stoves a great option for those looking to save money on fuel expenses while enjoying the warm, comfortable feeling of burning wood.
Stoves that are EPA certified will use a smaller flue, saving you money on installation. This is because they are designed to produce more heat than other stoves. This efficiency can also increase the capacity of your heater and reduce your fuel costs over time.
The EPA certification process requires stoves to be tested in compliance with strict rules and regulations that are established by the government. It also assists manufacturers in maintain their quality standards and ensure that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that have been EPA certified are required to emit minimal levels of nitrous oxide and particulates, meaning they will not release harmful gases in the air. This is a significant benefit for homeowners living in areas with smoke control regulations.
If you reside in a smoke-free area, you are only able to burn certain types of fuel in your stove. Defra approved appliances have been modified to ensure that they can burn various fuels, including smokeless fuels. These fuels are usually briquettes, or other easily-available dry materials that don’t emit excessive smoke.
If you purchase a stove that is exempt from defra, it will usually come with a special top air vent that limits how much the stove will be depleted of oxygen during combustion. Insufficient oxygen could cause your stove to smoulder and release black smoke into the home. Defra exempt stoves will have a modification that prevents you from closing Shop the Best Selection of Stoves Online top air vent completely.
Defra stoves are becoming increasingly popular due to their capability to provide a warm, cozy home, while reducing amount of smoke in the air. They are easy to install, and can be used in homes with standard chimney systems so long as they are fitted with 6″ liner.
