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The Best Woodburners

The relaxation, blood pressure-lowering benefits of a wood burning stove have been well-documented. But what about the tiny sooty particles that they release into the air?

New stoves are designed to comply with the EcoDesign directive. So you can enjoy a warm, cozy home, and not break your environmental responsibilities.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, but does not compromise on performance. It's a great option for people who live in smoke-free areas, since it comes with ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it a good choice for larger rooms and the huge fire glass offers a beautiful view of the flames.

It is made of contemporary modern wood burning stove steel, which means it can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding situations. It comes with an air wash system which keeps the glass clean and stops the accumulation of soot. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it carries a large portion of the heat it produces into your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.

wood burning stoves small burners have come under a lot of criticism recently since it was demonstrated that they contribute to microscopic sooty particles in the air called PM2.5, which has been linked with heart and lung problems. Newer models that meet the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. These are only a small woodburning stove part of the total pollution created by burning fossil fuels such as gas and coal, but there is no doubt that wood burners are a source of this pollutant.

It is important to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the highest efficiency of heat and combustion. There are a myriad of Wood Burners Garden that can be burned such as eucalyptus, ash hazel, beech and hazel. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning and also produces a lot heat, is a great choice. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is also a good choice, but it's difficult to handle because of its thorns.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to be able to withstand the imminent changes in regulations that were recently implemented and is Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated. This means you can use it with approved fuels so long as you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner designed to last, featuring solid construction and a 10-year body warranty, supported by its impressive heating performance.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing directives that are thrown at the use of these stoves. Some groups have called for stricter regulations, and even the ban of log burners. It's worth reading our guide on stove pollution and regulations, before you decide on a new multifuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one company that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They have launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/cheap wood burners for sheds Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass, which gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system to avoid soot from accumulating.

The stove is easy to use, and has an output of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classic design makes it ideal for modern or traditional design. The flat back design means it can be inserted into smaller recesses and it's very easy to install a direct air system using this model to boost the efficiency further.

The stove also comes with a built-in ash dump that makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them up regularly. This helps reduce the risk of odours and dust escaping the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the chimney type you are using, and it's available with an remote control.

While the debate continues about whether wood burning stoves are good for your health We can all agree that they create wonderful ambience in our homes. It's important to consider the health risks of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. If you're planning to install a woodburner it is recommended that you shut the door when you're not working on the fire, and clean out the stove to ensure the air is as healthy as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing to watch the flames flicker and help reduce blood pressure. There are some issues however, research has revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm as they produce tiny particles of soot that end up in your breathing system. This has resulted in new regulations being put in place, which means that new log burners have to be able to meet the highest standards. This reduces smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and, most importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that is in compliance, but even exceeds these new standards, but also exceeds them. It features a large-screen glass viewing window that offers a great flame view, and is maintained clean by the power of an air wash system. The stove boasts an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it is able to be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready, which means it already meets the European restrictions on the emissions of wood-burning stoves that will be in force in 2022.

If that wasn't enough the stove comes with an air venting kit for free, making it easier than ever to put it in place. It's a sturdy little unit, that has been built using top-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean as the body has been coated with an enamel that wards off dirt.

This stove has the clearSkies label, which indicates that it has been independently tested and confirmed as environmentally friendly and efficient. This goes above and beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. This is one of the stoves on our list to have the entire five-star ClearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big player among wood burner brands with a distinctive style that is not to be missed. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have gained cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements, stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens and a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a perfect example of their brand focus and also demonstrates that they can still deliver a superior product at a cost that won't break the bank. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully in compliance with the current 5g/hr emissions limit. It also comes with ClearSkies level five credentials. It's the perfect option for those who don't know what the directive will be and want to be sure that their log burners will be free of smoke control regulations.