A Step-By'-Step Guide To Picking Your Defra Approved Stove List
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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?
If you live in a smoke control area then it is crucial to buy a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt stove (or SE) permits you to legally burn wood in a smoke-controlled area.
They are independently tested to ensure the lowest emissions. Stoves with this status often feature the word 'DEFRA approved low Emission stoves approved' in their name or on their specifications.
Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas
Many people believe that living in a smoke control zone means they cannot make use of a fireplace that burns wood. This isn't the case. Many towns and cities fall under a smoke control zone however that doesn't mean they aren't able to use a wood burning stove. It's just that they have to burn approved fuels in their stove (usually briquettes). The stove that is Defra-approved is a wood-burning stove that has been thoroughly tested to ensure that it meets certain standards in regards to the emissions it emits when burning approved materials. It is therefore able to be used legally in areas of smoke control.
The Defra Logo is widely used in the industry, and a lot of stoves feature the SE after their names to indicate that they are smoke-free. To be SE approved, a stove must meet strict emission requirements. This means you can be sure that you're buying the best wood stove that is available.
When you look for a wood-burning stove that is DEFRA certified stoves exempt or has SE after its name, you will often find that the manufacturer has done things like making sure there are enough air inlets on the front of the stove to permit full combustion of the fuel and that the chimney outlet size is sufficient to prevent the build-up of soot. This is important as it ensures that the smoke from the wood stove does not escape through the chimney into your home.
A stove that is Defra-approved permits you to use a 5" liner that is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require a 6" liner.
Stovax is proud to offer a selection of Defra-approved fireplaces and stoves, as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed keeping future standards for air quality in mind. In fact, many of our Defra approved stoves are suitable for use with smoke control kits for properties in a Smoke Control Area and therefore can be used with a range of approved smokeless fuels, including fire logs.
Approved for Smokeless Fuels
A DEFRA approved wood burning stove, also known as a DEFRA exempt stove, is the only type of stove that you can put in a smoke-control area in the event that you intend to use it to burn solid fuel (wood and preferably well-seasoned). The government tests them to ensure they don't emit excessive smoke and can be used only with fuels that are 'authorized.
The difference between a DEFRA approved stove and one that is not typically is very small. Many modern stoves can easily be transformed into DEFRA conforming with an approved kit supplied by the manufacturer and fitted in a matter of minutes. This is because the Defra approved stove has to undergo rigorous testing and is limited on how much smoke it can produce.
To ensure that the restrictions are not violated, the stove must be able limit its combustion air to ensure that it doesn't starve itself of oxygen and cause it smoulder. This is achieved by a mechanism inside the stove which opens a small amount of air into the firebox during the process of combustion, which is typically hidden within the stove, and under the base of the fire box.
Stove World UK has a wide range of DEFRA approved stoves, made by some of the top manufacturers in the country including Stovax Arada and Burley. These are available in a wide variety of styles and finishes. Choose from a wide range of Ecodesign stoves, which are designed to meet the future needs for air quality.
Smoke Control Zones are mostly in towns and cities with large populations. You can visit the website of your local authority to determine if you live in one. If you reside in a smoke controlled area it is crucial to purchase an DEFRA approved stove for your home, to avoid being fined by the local authority. This is because if you burn 'unauthorised fuel on an unapproved stove, like coal or other solid fuels that could result in fines of up to PS300.
Approved for wood
A DEFRA approved stove, also known as a smoke-free wood stove is an appliance that can be used to burn wood in a Smoke Control Area. The stove will be stamped with the Defra approved logo or bear an 'SE' in its name meaning it can be used in smoke controlled areas when burning approved fuels, in this case wood.
A lot of older wood stoves release a lot of particulate matter into the atmosphere that can trigger or contribute to respiratory problems, asthma attacks, heart issues and premature death. Therefore, it is essential to buy a wood stove that is compliant with the strict emission standards as set by the Environmental Protection Agency. You should look for the "EPA 2020 Certified" label, which signifies that the stove is in compliance with the emission limits that are now in place.
If you purchase a stove that isn't EPA certified and you live in a smoke-free zone it is necessary to be able to get it certified before you can use it. It can be costly and time-consuming, but the law requires it. Homeowners who decide to sell a property with wood stove that is not certified could be subject to tax credits or fines related to clean air.
Modern stoves can be altered to be Defra approved with an adjustment kit or a kit that the installer offers. The main difference between DEFRA approved stoves and ones that aren't is the combustion air control system that regulates the quantity of air that goes through the stove when it is in normal operation. Modifications are typically applied to the base or the side of the firebox that is underneath the stove.
Some manufacturers produce two versions of their wood stoves one that is Defra approved and the other that is not. This is because the process of running a stove through the stringent Defra tests is expensive, so to help recoup some of the cost, they'll offer the non-approved version at a lower price. The DEFRA approved version will have been able to have the modification to the combustion air included in the testing procedure.
Approved Gas
Before the Clean Air Acts were brought in homes for residential use, homeowners could burn any kind of fuel they wanted, which resulted in large amounts of smoke emissions as well as health problems. To prevent this, Defra established Smoke Control Areas. This meant that homes could not emit any smoke unless their wood burners and multifuel stoves were approved by Defra for burning only authorised materials like manufactured smokeless coke and anthracite.
DEFRA stoves ratings approved stoves, also referred to as SE (Smoke Exempt) Stoves, have undergone stringent testing to prove that they are able to burn cleanly authorised fuels within a Smoke Control Area. They accomplish this by using the latest technology for combustion that constantly delivers a minimum level of secondary air to the firebox, to ensure that even if the stove is being used with authorised fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals it can still comply with the regulations of Defra for Smoke Control Areas.
If you're looking to purchase an all-new wood burning stove and live in an area that has a Smoke Control Area then we recommend that you take a look at the selection of Defra approved stoves that can be found at The Stove Yard. We have a broad selection of contemporary, traditional and inset Defra approved stoves from the most reputable manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA.
The good news is that there isn't any noticeable distinction in appearance between an Defra approved woodburning stove and one which isn't, however the Defra approved models do have a number of features which are designed to ensure that they burn more efficiently. In general, they have a different design of grate and air vents and on gas stoves they might also have an outlet for the flue that is different in size.
Another benefit of the Defra Approved stove is that they will almost always have five" (125mm) flue outlet. This means that you can use a smaller stainless steel twin wall chimney liner that is cheaper than the standard 6" (150mm) liner. This is beneficial when putting a Defra-approved wood burning stove in an older or non-standard chimney stack. It can save money on the cost of relining a chimney with a larger diameter liner.
If you live in a smoke control area then it is crucial to buy a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt stove (or SE) permits you to legally burn wood in a smoke-controlled area.
They are independently tested to ensure the lowest emissions. Stoves with this status often feature the word 'DEFRA approved low Emission stoves approved' in their name or on their specifications.Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas
Many people believe that living in a smoke control zone means they cannot make use of a fireplace that burns wood. This isn't the case. Many towns and cities fall under a smoke control zone however that doesn't mean they aren't able to use a wood burning stove. It's just that they have to burn approved fuels in their stove (usually briquettes). The stove that is Defra-approved is a wood-burning stove that has been thoroughly tested to ensure that it meets certain standards in regards to the emissions it emits when burning approved materials. It is therefore able to be used legally in areas of smoke control.
The Defra Logo is widely used in the industry, and a lot of stoves feature the SE after their names to indicate that they are smoke-free. To be SE approved, a stove must meet strict emission requirements. This means you can be sure that you're buying the best wood stove that is available.
When you look for a wood-burning stove that is DEFRA certified stoves exempt or has SE after its name, you will often find that the manufacturer has done things like making sure there are enough air inlets on the front of the stove to permit full combustion of the fuel and that the chimney outlet size is sufficient to prevent the build-up of soot. This is important as it ensures that the smoke from the wood stove does not escape through the chimney into your home.
A stove that is Defra-approved permits you to use a 5" liner that is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require a 6" liner.
Stovax is proud to offer a selection of Defra-approved fireplaces and stoves, as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed keeping future standards for air quality in mind. In fact, many of our Defra approved stoves are suitable for use with smoke control kits for properties in a Smoke Control Area and therefore can be used with a range of approved smokeless fuels, including fire logs.
Approved for Smokeless Fuels
A DEFRA approved wood burning stove, also known as a DEFRA exempt stove, is the only type of stove that you can put in a smoke-control area in the event that you intend to use it to burn solid fuel (wood and preferably well-seasoned). The government tests them to ensure they don't emit excessive smoke and can be used only with fuels that are 'authorized.
The difference between a DEFRA approved stove and one that is not typically is very small. Many modern stoves can easily be transformed into DEFRA conforming with an approved kit supplied by the manufacturer and fitted in a matter of minutes. This is because the Defra approved stove has to undergo rigorous testing and is limited on how much smoke it can produce.
To ensure that the restrictions are not violated, the stove must be able limit its combustion air to ensure that it doesn't starve itself of oxygen and cause it smoulder. This is achieved by a mechanism inside the stove which opens a small amount of air into the firebox during the process of combustion, which is typically hidden within the stove, and under the base of the fire box.
Stove World UK has a wide range of DEFRA approved stoves, made by some of the top manufacturers in the country including Stovax Arada and Burley. These are available in a wide variety of styles and finishes. Choose from a wide range of Ecodesign stoves, which are designed to meet the future needs for air quality.
Smoke Control Zones are mostly in towns and cities with large populations. You can visit the website of your local authority to determine if you live in one. If you reside in a smoke controlled area it is crucial to purchase an DEFRA approved stove for your home, to avoid being fined by the local authority. This is because if you burn 'unauthorised fuel on an unapproved stove, like coal or other solid fuels that could result in fines of up to PS300.
Approved for wood
A DEFRA approved stove, also known as a smoke-free wood stove is an appliance that can be used to burn wood in a Smoke Control Area. The stove will be stamped with the Defra approved logo or bear an 'SE' in its name meaning it can be used in smoke controlled areas when burning approved fuels, in this case wood.
A lot of older wood stoves release a lot of particulate matter into the atmosphere that can trigger or contribute to respiratory problems, asthma attacks, heart issues and premature death. Therefore, it is essential to buy a wood stove that is compliant with the strict emission standards as set by the Environmental Protection Agency. You should look for the "EPA 2020 Certified" label, which signifies that the stove is in compliance with the emission limits that are now in place.
If you purchase a stove that isn't EPA certified and you live in a smoke-free zone it is necessary to be able to get it certified before you can use it. It can be costly and time-consuming, but the law requires it. Homeowners who decide to sell a property with wood stove that is not certified could be subject to tax credits or fines related to clean air.
Modern stoves can be altered to be Defra approved with an adjustment kit or a kit that the installer offers. The main difference between DEFRA approved stoves and ones that aren't is the combustion air control system that regulates the quantity of air that goes through the stove when it is in normal operation. Modifications are typically applied to the base or the side of the firebox that is underneath the stove.
Some manufacturers produce two versions of their wood stoves one that is Defra approved and the other that is not. This is because the process of running a stove through the stringent Defra tests is expensive, so to help recoup some of the cost, they'll offer the non-approved version at a lower price. The DEFRA approved version will have been able to have the modification to the combustion air included in the testing procedure.
Approved Gas
Before the Clean Air Acts were brought in homes for residential use, homeowners could burn any kind of fuel they wanted, which resulted in large amounts of smoke emissions as well as health problems. To prevent this, Defra established Smoke Control Areas. This meant that homes could not emit any smoke unless their wood burners and multifuel stoves were approved by Defra for burning only authorised materials like manufactured smokeless coke and anthracite.
DEFRA stoves ratings approved stoves, also referred to as SE (Smoke Exempt) Stoves, have undergone stringent testing to prove that they are able to burn cleanly authorised fuels within a Smoke Control Area. They accomplish this by using the latest technology for combustion that constantly delivers a minimum level of secondary air to the firebox, to ensure that even if the stove is being used with authorised fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals it can still comply with the regulations of Defra for Smoke Control Areas.
If you're looking to purchase an all-new wood burning stove and live in an area that has a Smoke Control Area then we recommend that you take a look at the selection of Defra approved stoves that can be found at The Stove Yard. We have a broad selection of contemporary, traditional and inset Defra approved stoves from the most reputable manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA.
The good news is that there isn't any noticeable distinction in appearance between an Defra approved woodburning stove and one which isn't, however the Defra approved models do have a number of features which are designed to ensure that they burn more efficiently. In general, they have a different design of grate and air vents and on gas stoves they might also have an outlet for the flue that is different in size.
Another benefit of the Defra Approved stove is that they will almost always have five" (125mm) flue outlet. This means that you can use a smaller stainless steel twin wall chimney liner that is cheaper than the standard 6" (150mm) liner. This is beneficial when putting a Defra-approved wood burning stove in an older or non-standard chimney stack. It can save money on the cost of relining a chimney with a larger diameter liner.
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