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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

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

This is particularly important if you reside in a smoke-free zone. Even if you aren't, the Defra Stove is better for your chimney and your neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website, several wood-burning stoves are listed either as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be jargon to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations in relation to the environment, agriculture and food. Defra approved stoves have passed a rigorous test to ensure they abide by the government's strict rules for smoke emission levels during operation. They are designed to burn fuels like wood and coal more efficiently. This means they generate less pollution.

This is a good thing for those who reside in a Smoke Control Area, as the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within these areas, unless you use an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. From January 2022, the rules will be changed and stoves that are not approved will not be permitted to be used unless fitted with a secondary and secondary system that reduces the production of particulate matter carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing down the top air vent completely. This can cause the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. These stoves feature an adjustable air supply that allows you to open the top vent a bit and still keep a safe, efficient burn.

Another advantage of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it can be fitted with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is vital since there are a variety of construction regulations that require you must have a chimney with at least 5 inches of diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke control area you'll require a DEFRA stoves reviews approved stove to legally burn wood 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 will find a list of areas that require a Defra-approved stove.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

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 responsible to protect our natural environment, supporting the food and farming industries, and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests that Defra Approved Stoves must clear are designed so that the appliance emits only minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it is operating.

A lot of the DEFRA Approved efficient stoves Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are multi fuel stoves that will allow you to use authorised smokeless fuels and seasoned wood. These stoves are also known as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

Contrary to older stoves, which are not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi fuel and woodburning stoves have secondary and tertiary air systems to ensure that the wood is completely burned before it exits the chimney. This is a cleaner process than leaving a log on the stove for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that can be produced.

If you are living or planning to move into a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from Defra is a great option for you. It's not just more environmentally friendly however, it also helps in reducing the amount of smoke that can cause a disturbance to your neighbors.

You are still able to use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your yard but be aware that toxic or excessive smoke could be a statutory nuisance and could result in a fine. It is also prohibited to burn damp, wet or rotting wood, or other fuels on an open fire or stove inside an area designated as a Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

Defra Approved stoves are engineered to burn a variety of fuels, including wood. They burn wood so cleanly that they are in compliance with the strict regulations of the government for emissions during operation in smoke control zones. This means that you can use them legally in any smoke control area in the event that you're burning authorised fuels like pellets, logs and Briquettes. Stoves that are Defra approved are usually identified with the an 'SE' logo that stands for Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is Defra-approved differs from a typical multifuel stove in that it has secondary air vents that heat air prior to it entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, leading to more efficient combustion. This also prevents the accumulation of soot that can block the chimney. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates which help to regulate the flames and ensure evenly distributed heat distribution.

Defra could impose severe fines on anyone who uses a non-Defra approved appliance in areas that are smoke-free. If you wish to avoid being accused of being prosecuted by DEFRA approved eco design stoves make sure you use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested according to government criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They are compatible with all kinds of fuel, but they are ideally suited for dry soft and hard wood. The air vents can't be closed completely, meaning there is always oxygen to support clean combustion.

This technology is not just compliant with the current government's standards for air quality but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will go in 2022. Stovax wood-burning stoves and multifuel stoves will be branded with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, which confirms they meet the new stricter emission standards. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's ongoing efforts to keep the country's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you reside in a Smoke Control Zone, a Defra-exempt multi fuel stove can help you comply with regulations. This is because these wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in a Smoke Control Area. They can burn wood or other fuels like coal, without worrying about the level of smoke they produce.

Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can lower the amount of smoke produced by advanced combustion techniques that produce less smoke. These stoves use the second stage of combustion that burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. In addition to the reduced emissions, these stoves also reduce the amount of soot build-up in the chimney and flue.

This is an excellent option for those who live in a smoke controlled zone as it means you can sit in front of a real fire more often and for longer with the added benefit of lower utility bills. Because of the less pollution, these types of wood-burning and multi fuel stoves are also beneficial to the environment since they can burn a wider range of materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be made DEFRA exempt with an easy manufacturer-supplied kit. This changes the air vents on the stove to stop them from closing at night. This is called slumbering, and allows part-burned combustibles that would otherwise block the flue to be released into the air. DEFRA approved stoves do not slumber and are therefore much more eco-friendly and far less likely to block a chimney.

It is recommended that you have a HETAS registered installer or defra approved Efficient stoves a Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the most out of it. This will give you peace of mind that the installation was completed according to the correct specifications and in line with the most current regulations. It will also help protect your warranty, as the installer can self-certify their work.