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What is a DEFRA approved low emission stoves Approved Wood Burning Stove?

If you reside in a smoke-free zone it is essential to buy a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt (or SE) stove allows you to burn wood legally in a smoke-controlled zone.

nrg-4-5kw-eco-design-stove-multifuel-cast-iron-fireplace-portable-defra-approved-286.jpgThey are independently tested to ensure the lowest possible emissions. Stoves with this status are often branded with the 'Defra-approved logo on their name or specification.

Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many people believe that living in a smoke-free zone means that they aren't able to use a wood burning fireplace. This is not true. In reality, many cities and towns are located in a smoke controlled zone but that doesn't mean you cannot use a stove, it just means that you must make use of an exempt device and only burn authorised fuels (usually Briquettes) in your stove. The stove that is Defra-approved is a wood-burning stove that has been thoroughly tested to make sure that it meets certain criteria in terms of the emissions it generates when burning approved materials. This means it can be legally used in areas of smoke control.

The Defra logo is widely adopted by the industry and a large number of the stoves that are approved have SE after their names which means they are smoke free. In order DEFRA stoves online for a stove to be SE approved, it must meet strict criteria in regards to emissions So you can be sure that if you select an exempt defra stove, you will receive the cleanest and most efficient wood stove available.

If you are looking for a wood-burning stove that is Defra-exempt or has SE after its title You will notice that the manufacturer might have done things like ensure that there are enough air intakes in the front of stove to allow full combustion of fuel, and that the size of the chimney outlet is adequate to prevent accumulation of soot. This is important because it will ensure that the smoke from the stove does not escape through the chimney into your home.

A stove that is Defra-approved permits you to use a 5" liner which is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require an 6" liner.

At Stovax we are pleased to offer a variety of Defra approved stoves and fires, DEFRA stove as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves that have been created with future air quality standards in mind. Many of our Defra-approved stoves can also be used in conjunction with a smoke-control system for properties located in Smoke Control Areas. They can be utilized to burn a variety of non-smokeless fuels, such as fire logs.

Approved for Smokeless Fuels

The only stove that can be used inside a smoke-control zone is one that is a DEFRA approved wood burner, also known by the designation DEFRA exempt. The stove has to be used for solid fuel, which means wood, preferably well-seasoned. They are tested by the government to ensure that they don't produce excessive amounts of smoke and are able to be used with 'authorized' fuels (coal only).

The difference between a DEFRA-approved stove and one that isn't approved is usually minimal. A lot of modern stoves can be transformed into DEFRA certified by an approved kit supplied by the manufacturer and fitted within a matter of minutes. This is because Defra approved appliances must pass extremely rigorous tests and are limited in the amount of smoke they can produce.

To ensure that these restrictions remain in place during the testing process, the stove needs to be able to limit the combustion air supply to ensure that it doesn't exhaust itself of oxygen, which can cause it to smoulder. This is accomplished by a mechanism that opens an air pocket in the firebox when it is burning. It is usually concealed inside the stove or underneath the base of its firebox.

Stove World UK has a vast selection of DEFRA approved stoves, made by some of the top brands in the country such as Stovax Arada and Burley. They are available in a huge range of styles and finishes. You can also pick from an impressive variety of Ecodesign ready stoves that are designed to meet future requirements for air quality.

Smoke Control Areas are typically located in cities and towns with large populations and you can check your local authority's website to determine if your area is classed as such. It is important to purchase an approved DEFRA stove if you reside in a zone that is smoke-controlled. This will help you avoid being fined by your local authority. This is because if you burn 'unauthorised' fuel in a non-approved stove, for example 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 exempt 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 the word "SE" after its name, meaning it can be used in smoke-controlled areas that burn approved fuels that is, in this instance, wood.

Many older wood stoves emit huge amounts of particulate matter. This can cause or worsen respiratory problems, asthma attacks and heart issues. This is why it is crucial to purchase new wood stoves that meets the strict emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Look for the "EPA 2020 Certified Label" which means that the wood stove meets the emission limits currently in place.

If you purchase a stove that is not EPA certified and you reside in a zone of smoke control you must have it recertified before you can use it. This can be expensive and time-consuming, however it is legally required. Additionally, homeowners who sell their home that has a wood stove that is not certified may be liable for clean air tax credits as well as fines.

With a kit, or an adjustment made by the installer, most modern stoves can be made Defra-approved. The main difference between DEFRA approved stoves and those that aren't is the combustion air control system that regulates the quantity of air that goes through the stove when it is operating normally. The modifications are usually located on the bottom of the firebox or within the base.

Certain manufacturers will make two versions of their wood stoves, one that is Defra approved and the other not. The reason behind this is that the cost of putting a wood stove through the rigorous Defra testing is costly. To offset these costs, they will sell the non approved version for a lower price. The DEFRA-approved version will have been through the modification to the combustion air as part of the test process.

Approved for Gas

Before the Clean Air Acts were brought in residential homes could burn any type 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 residential homes could not emit smoke except if their wood burners and multifuel stoves were Defra-approved to allow burning only authorised substances like manufactured smokeless coke and anthracite.

Defra approved SE (Smoke-Exempt) Stoves have been put through rigorous testing to demonstrate that they can efficiently burn fuels that are approved within a Smoke Control Area. They accomplish this by using the latest technology for combustion that continually delivers a minimum amount of secondary air to the firebox, to ensure that even if the stove is used with authorised fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals it can still comply with the regulations of Defra for Smoke Control Areas.

The Stove Yard has a vast selection of stoves that are Defra approved which are perfect for those who reside in a smoke control area and require a new fireplace that burns wood. We have a broad selection of contemporary, traditional and inset Defra approved stoves from industry-leading manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA.

nrg-8kw-black-cast-iron-wood-burning-stove-defra-eco-design-high-efficiency-indoor-use-287.jpgThe good part is that there's much of a distinction in appearance between the appearance of a Defra approved wood-burning stove and one that isn't. However, the Defra approved models have a number of features which are designed to ensure they burn cleaner. They typically have an aesthetically different grate and air vents, and Defra stove on gas versions they may have a slightly larger flue outlet.

Another benefit of the Defra Approved stove is that they will almost always have a 5" (125mm) flue outlet, which means you can choose a narrower stainless steel twin wall flexible chimney liner, which is cheaper than a standard 6" (150mm) liner. We've used this when customers have an older or non-standard chimney that we are installing the Defra approved wood burning stove into and it reduces the cost of re-lining the chimney stack with a larger diameter liner.

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