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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There's a huge selection of defra exempt multi fuel stoves that will fit in with any home. Defra approved appliances are compliant with government regulations, and are engineered for 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, a Defra stove is better for your chimney and neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website that a few of our wood-burning stoves are listed as being DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be an esoteric term to the typical homeowner, but they're not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for policies and regulations relating to agriculture, food and the environment. Defra approved products have been subjected to rigorous testing to ensure that they comply with the government's strict guidelines for smoke emissions during operation. They're also designed to burn approved fuels like wood and coal more efficiently, meaning that they produce less pollutants.

This is a good thing for those who live in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within these areas unless 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. However, as of January 2022, the law is changing and Order DEFRA stoves online any non-approved stoves are not permitted to be used unless they are fitted with secondary or tertiary combustion system which can drastically reduce the production of particulate matter and NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they're also equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing the top air vent completely down, as this could cause the fire to smolder and release smoke into your room. Instead, these stoves feature an adjustable air supply that allows you to open the top vent slightly and still keep the safety and efficiency of your fire.

Another benefit of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is important as numerous codes require a chimney to be at least 5 inches in diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a smoke-control area you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove to legally burn wood within your home. These stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control areas. On the DEFRA compliant stoves UK site, you can find a list of places where a stove that is DEFRA stoves price range-approved is required.

Multifuel stoves and Defra exempt stoves

A Defra approved stove, also referred to a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove has passed a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting agriculture and food industry and maintaining a thriving rural economic. The tests that Defra approved stoves must pass are designed so that the stove produces minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it's operating.

Many of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are also multi fuel stoves that will allow you to use authorised smokeless fuels as well as seasoned wood. These stoves are also known as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

Unlike older stoves, which are generally not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi-fuel and woodburning stoves come with secondary and tertiary air systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to it leaving the chimney. This is a cleaner process than simply leaving a log on the fire for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that is produced.

If you reside or plan to move into an area that is a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from order defra Stoves Online is the best choice for you. Not only is it more eco-friendly, but it will also help reduce the amount of smoke that can irritate your neighbours.

You are still able to use open fires, barbecues, and pizza ovens in your garden however, remember that toxic or excessive smoke could be a statutory nuisance and could result in a fine. In the Smoke Control Area You are not permitted to use open flames or stoves for burning damp, rotten, or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn different types of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they meet the strict regulations of the government for emissions when operating in smoke zones of control. This means that they can be used legally in any area of smoke control in the event that you're burning fuels that are approved, like pellets, logs and brquettes. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will bear a mark with a SE' symbol, which stands for Smoke Exempt.

What makes the Defra approved stove different from standard multifuel stoves is that they have secondary air vents that heat the air prior to entering the firebox. This pre-heated air helps to ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, resulting in a cleaner combustion process. It also prevents the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from becoming blocked. Defra stoves have internal baffles which help to regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

The use of 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 wish to avoid being charged by Defra ensure that you use a DEFRA-approved stove that has been tested according to government criteria.

DEFRA stoves can also be called Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all types of fuel but are particularly suited to dry hard and soft wood. They're built with air vents that can't be completely closed so the stove will always get a supply of oxygen to support pure combustion and minimize noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not just in line with the current air quality standards of the government but also with the upcoming Ecodesign standards that will come in place in 2022. A large portion of Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we offer will carry this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which signifies that they are in compliance with the new, stricter emission standards. These new standards are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to keep the air we breathe clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a smoke-free zone then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can assist you in complying with the regulations. This is because these multi fuel and wood burning stoves have been independently tested to ensure they comply with the strict standards of smoke emissions that are required in a Smoke Control Area. These appliances can be used to burn wood or other approved fuels like coal without having to worry about the quantity of smoke they produce.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved can reduce smoke levels by using advanced combustion technology that creates less smoke. They employ the second stage of combustion that recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to reducing emissions they also reduce the amount of soot that accumulates in the chimney and flue.

This is an excellent option for those who live in a smoke controlled area since it means you can have a genuine fire more often and longer, with the added benefit of lower utility bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are good for the environment because they emit less pollution. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

A simple kit supplied by the manufacturer can make many stoves DEFRA-exempt. This kit can alter the air vents on the stove to ensure that they are not closed at night. This is called slumbering, and allows part-burned combustibles that could otherwise block the flue to escape into the atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber and are therefore much better for the environment and far less likely to block a chimney.

It is recommended that a HETAS registered installer or Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the most out of it. This will provide you with the assurance that your installation has been completed to the correct specifications and in line with the most current regulations. It will also protect your warranty as the installer can self-certify their own work.