Defra Wood Stoves
If you reside in an area that has smoke control it is recommended to use a DEFRA-approved wood stove. These stoves will offer a large amount of flames, heat and light whilst emitting hardly any smoke.
Leading manufacturers such as Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have come up with a variety of Defra stoves that are traditional styled, but have the latest in clean burning technology. They can burn a variety of fuels that include smokeless coal.
Efficient Combustion
The wood burning stoves from Defra utilize the latest combustion technologies to ensure a clean and efficient burn. This is accomplished by ensuring the flame doesn't run out of oxygen. This ensures that any combustibles which are not fully burnt are not escaping up the chimney into the atmosphere which could cause pollution.
These Defra approved wood stoves are also more suitable for your chimney and flue system as they emit less smoke than traditional stoves. This helps keep them clean longer, lower maintenance costs and improve the performance of your wood stove.
Additionally, Defra wood stoves are ideal for those who live in UK Smoke Control Areas. They permit burning wood and smokeless fuels, without breaking the law. There are a variety of sizes and outputs available to suit different home types, so you can find the ideal Defra approved wood stove for your home.
Be aware that only stoves that are Defra-approved can be used in smoke-controlled environments, as they are pre-approved for burning fuels that are approved by the government. If you burn a fuel that isn't approved in your Defra approved stove you could be punished.
Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This Defra approved wood burning stove has an impressive ClearSkies rating and an energy rating of A+. It is designed to be efficient, with an air-to-fuel ratio of 1. Smoke emissions are minimal at 0.26g/h.
In addition to being compliant with DEFRA emission standards This stove has been independently tested to a rigorous SIA Ecodesign Ready standard and is suitable for use in smoke-free areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready Stoves are designed to reduce emission and are 66% more efficient than older open fireplaces and stoves.
The best stoves that are Defra-approved are those made of untreated, hard wood that is dry and has a an average moisture content of less than 20 percent. This will not only help to ensure that the stove is operating efficiently, but it will also produce less smoke and increase the capacity of heating.
Reduced Emissions
A majority of the Defra stoves that we sell are certified as 'Ecodesign Ready. This means they've been regulated to be as efficient as possible and as eco-friendly as the EU allows. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards for efficiency and emissions than the federal government's 'clearSkies' scheme.
The main advantage of a Defra approved stove is that it will produce significantly less smoke than a non-certified stove. This is because they have been designed to ensure that the fire has an uninterrupted supply of air. This is done by having a secondary and sometimes a tertiary, air intake. This stops the stove from being deprived of air during the process of combustion and reduces the amount of black smoke that it produces.
Modern stoves are designed to emit less harmful particulate pollution than the previous models. This is important because particulate matter can get into the bloodstream and circulate throughout the body, settling in the lungs as well as the heart. This can lead to serious health issues, including premature death.
The EU wants to reduce pollution from all sources, despite the fact that the newer models emit less harmful pollutant. This is because it has been linked to a number of health problems, including asthma and other respiratory ailments.
defra stove has released an Environment Plan draft to help to meet the new air quality goals. The plan is aimed at reducing the average PM2.5 concentrations in UK to 10 micrograms/cubic metre by 2040. This will require a dramatic reduction in emissions from domestic fuels, such as wood burners.
To accomplish this it will make it difficult to purchase and install stoves that are not certified in smoke control zones. Stoves that aren't approved will be penalized by local authorities up to PS1,000 for each hour they release smoke. If you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's crucial to purchase a DEFRA approved stove.
We offer a wide range of Defra Stoves including the Classic 5 Clean Burn Multi-Fuel Stove that starts at only PS420. They are all suitable for use in smoke-controlled areas and come in a variety of styles to fit your home.
Smoke Exempt
A DEFRA stove has passed a series tests and examinations in order to meet the Department of Environment regulations. They are designed to make use of fuel more efficiently, while reducing harmful pollution.
If you live in a smoke controlled area then a DEFRA approved stove is required. It allows you to use approved fuels such as wood and other multifuels that would normally be restricted if you were not using a DEFRA stove. Stoves that are DEFRA approved can be called SE stoves (smoke-exempt) and will have the SE logo in their name or on their specifications.
The Defra logo signifies that the stove has been subjected to independent testing and has been proven capable of burning wood in a smoke-control area without creating noxious fumes. It's a sign that the manufacturer went beyond the requirements.
Some stoves have had their top air control modified to ensure that it can't be shut completely. The air supply that is shut off to a log burner will starve 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 with them when burning wood, whereas stoves that are not DEFRA approved require a 6" liner which is too large for a lot of UK chimneys.
A Defra wood-burning stove is also more environmentally friendly than older models or open fires. The latest stoves by leading manufacturers such as Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax have secondary and tertiary systems that reduce emissions. This helps reduce the carbon footprint of their customers.
In addition to providing a wide range of benefits, Defra stoves are available in a wide selection of styles that will be a perfect fit for your home. Some are more impressive than others, like the Aarrow A08E woodburner that has a large heat output and a large glass view window, while others are more subtle such as the minimal Farringdon stove made by Aarrow. You can even get an DEFRA stove fitted in a recess like the Aarrow I400 cassette stove to give an elegant and sleek look to your living room.
EPA Certification
EPA certified stoves are certified by the EPA. They meet or exceed emission levels set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They have been tested to make sure that they do not release pollutants released into the air. They also produce more heat with less wood. These benefits make EPA-certified stoves a good option for those looking to save money on fuel while having the warm and comfortable sensation of burning wood.
Stoves that are EPA certified could have a smaller chimney, which could help you save money on installation costs. This is because they're designed to produce more heat than other stoves. This efficiency can also increase the efficiency of the stove's heating, saving you money in cost of fuel.
The EPA certification process requires stoves to be tested in conformity with strict regulations and rules that are established by the government. It also helps manufacturers keep quality standards, and ensures that their products are safe to consumers. Stoves that are EPA certified must have low particulate emission and nitrous oxide levels that means they are not releasing harmful gases into the air. This is an enorm
