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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There's a wide selection of defra exempt multi fuel stoves that will fit in with any home. Defra approved stoves are compliant with government regulations and are designed to efficiently burn fuel with low emissions.

This is especially important especially if you reside in a smoke control zone. Even if you do not, it is important to know that a DEFRA stoves cost Stove is better for your chimney, and your neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our website that many of our wood burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be words to the typical homeowner, but they're not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are accountable for policies and regulations relating to food, agriculture and the environment. Defra approved products have gone through rigorous testing to ensure that they meet the strict guidelines set by the government regarding smoke emissions during operation. They're also designed to burn approved fuels such as wood and coal more efficiently, which means that they produce less pollutants.

It is good news for those who live in Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas unless using a DEFRA-approved stove with an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install an non DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. In January 2022, the rules will be changed and stoves that are not approved won't be allowed to be used unless equipped with a secondary and third-party system that will reduce their production of particulate, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they're also equipped with a mechanism which prevents you from closing the top air vent all the way down, as this could cause the fire to get smoldering and emit smoke into your room. Instead, these stoves come with an adjustable air flow that allows you to open the top vent just a bit and still maintain a safe and efficient burn.

Another benefit of buying a Defra approved stove is that it can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important as the majority of building codes require a chimney to be at least 5 inches in diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-control area, you'll need a Defra-approved stove to use wood legally in your home. These stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in smoke control areas. On the Defra website, you can see a list of areas that require a Defra-approved stove.

Multifuel stoves and Defra exempt stoves

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi fuel or wood burning stove will have passed a rigorous test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency responsible for ensuring the protection of our natural environment, assisting the food and agriculture industries and maintaining a thriving rural economic. The tests that Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed so that the appliance produces only minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it's operating.

Stove Supermarket has a range of DEFRA approved low emission stoves - visit the next page - Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can use smokeless wood that is authorised and well-seasoned fuels. These stoves are also referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

The latest Defra stoves for woodburning and multi-fuel come with secondary and tertiary venting systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned before it leaves the chimney. This is a cleaner process than just leaving a fire on the fire to burn for a long time and it reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that could be emitted.

If you are in an area that is a Smoke Control Area, or in the process of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your property. It's not only more environmentally friendly, but it also helps in reducing the amount of smoke that can cause a disturbance to your neighbors.

You can still enjoy open fires, barbecues, and pizza ovens in your yard however, remember that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a nuisance for the law and you may be fined. You are also not allowed to use damp, wet or rotting wood, or other fuels in an open fire or stove within a Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

Defra Approved stoves are engineered to burn a wide range of fuels, including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they are in compliance with strict emission regulations of the government when operating in smoke zones of control. They can be used in any smoke-control zone, so long as they're burning approved fuels like logs, briquettes and pellets. Stoves that are Defra Approved will usually be identified by the an 'SE' logo that is a reference to Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is approved by Defra differs from a conventional multifuel stove due to its secondary air vents which pre-heat air before it enters into the firebox. This pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, leading to a cleaner combustion process. This also prevents the accumulation of soot that can block the chimney. Defra stoves also have internal baffle plates that aid to control the flames and ensure an uniform heat distribution.

The use of non-Defra-approved stoves in smoke controlled areas could result in substantial fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). To avoid being accused of trespassing by Defra you should only buy and make use of a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to the government's strict requirements.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They are compatible with all types of fuel but are ideally suited for dry hard and soft wood. The air vents aren't shut completely, which means there is always oxygen to aid in the clean combustion.

This technology is not only compliant with the current standards for air quality, but also future Ecodesign requirements that will go into effect in 2022. Many of the Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will bear this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which indicates that they comply with the new, stricter emission standards. These new standards are being introduced as part of the government's continued efforts to keep the country's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a smoke-free zone then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove will aid you in observing the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel appliances have been tested by independent experts to ensure that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in a smoke control zone. They can burn wood or other fuels, such as coal without worrying about the level of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved can reduce the amount of smoke produced by advanced combustion technologies that create less smoke. These stoves employ the second stage of combustion that recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. They reduce not just the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot in the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area which is smoke-free it is a good idea to be aware of. You can use a fireplace more often and for longer. In addition, you'll save money on your utility bills. These wood burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment as they produce less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

A simple kit provided by the manufacturer can make a majority of stoves DEFRA-exempt. This changes the air vents on the stove to prevent them from being closed down at night. This is referred to as slumbering and allows part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to escape into atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves do not sleep and are, therefore, better for the environment and far less likely to block a chimney.

It is recommended that an HETAS registered installer or a Building Control officer install your DEFRA compliant stoves approved appliance to get the most out of it. You'll be able to rest in assurance that the installation was completed according to the correct specifications, and is in compliance with the current regulations. Additionally, it will also help protect your warranty as the installer will be able to self-certify their work.