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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a range of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from the regulations of defra. Defra approved stoves comply with the regulations of the government and are designed to burn fuel efficiently with low emissions.

This is especially important when you live in a smoke-control zone. Even if you don't have a smoke control area, the Defra Stove is better for your chimney, and your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed that on our website, several wood burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be an esoteric term to the average 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 stoves have tested rigorously to ensure they adhere to the strict regulations of the government regarding the emission of smoke during their operation. They are designed to burn fuels such as wood and coal more efficiently. This means they produce less pollutants.

This is good news for those living in a Smoke Control Area because the law currently bans the release of smoke within these areas unless you use a DEFRA approved stove and a fuel approved by DEFRA. In the past, it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. However, from January 2022, the law is changing and any non-approved stoves will not be allowed to be installed at all unless they have been equipped with a secondary or tertiary combustion system which can drastically reduce the production of particulate matter, carbon dioxide, NOx and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are also equipped with a mechanism which prevents you from closing the top air vent all the way down since this could cause the fire to smolder and emit smoke into your room. 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 advantage of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it is able to be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important since there are a variety of building regulations that state that you need a chimney with at least 5 inches of diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-control zone you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove to use wood legally in your home. DEFRA has examined these stoves to make sure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in smoke control zones. On the Defra site, you can find a list of areas which require a stove that has been approved by DEFRA.

Multi Fuel Stoves

A Defra approved wood stove, also known as a DEFRA Multi Wood Burning Stove or Fuel, will have passed a strict test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs. The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, assisting the food and farming industries, and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces only minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it's operating.

Stove Supermarket stocks a number of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can burn authorised smokeless wood and well-seasoned fuels. They are often described as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners. They are often abbreviated as SE.

In contrast to older stoves that are 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 exiting the chimney. This is more efficient than simply putting a piece of wood on the stove for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that could be produced.

If you reside in an Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving into one, then a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your property. It is not only more sustainable and efficient, but it also helps to reduce the amount of smoke that can upset your neighbors.

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

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved stoves are engineered to burn a wide range of fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they comply with the strict government regulations for emissions when operating in smoke zones of control. You can use them in any smoke-control area, so long as they're burning approved fuels such as logs, briquettes and pellets. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will bear a mark with the SE' logo which means Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is approved by Defra differs from a standard multifuel stove because it has secondary air vents that pre-heat air before it enters into the firebox. This pre-heated air helps to ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, resulting in an efficient combustion process. It also helps to reduce the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from clogging. The luxury DEFRA stoves stoves come with internal baffles that help regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

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

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all kinds of fuel, but they are particularly suited to dry hard and soft wood. They are designed with air vents that can't be closed completely, so the stove will always get oxygen to support the clean combustion process and DEFRA approved stoves reduce the risk of the risk of noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not only compliant with the current air quality standards of the government as well as with the future Ecodesign requirements that will be in effect in 2022. A large portion of Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which signifies that they are in compliance with the new standards for emissions. These new standards are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure that the air in the country clean and healthy.

Installation

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

Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can reduce smoke levels using advanced combustion technologies that produce less smokiness. These stoves employ an additional stage of combustion, which recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to the reduction in emissions they also reduce the amount of soot that builds up in the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area that is smoke-free it is a good idea to be aware of. You can use a fireplace more often and for longer. Additionally, you'll save money on your utility bills. As a result of the reduced levels of pollution, these types of wood burning and multi fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment since they can burn 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 of the stove to stop them from closing at night. This is known as slumbering. It allows part-burned combustibles and flammables to escape into the atmosphere rather than going up the chimney where they could hinder the flue. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep and are, therefore, 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 best out of it. You will have peace of mind knowing that your installation was completed according to the correct specifications and is compliant with the current regulations. It also helps protect your warranty, as the installer is able to self-certify their own work.