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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a wide range of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from defra regulations. Defra approved appliances are compliant with government regulations, and are designed for fuel efficiency and emissions that are low.

nrg-4-5kw-eco-design-stove-multifuel-cast-iron-fireplace-portable-defra-approved-286.jpgThis is particularly crucial if you live in a smoke control area. However, even if you do not need to, it is still advisable to have a Defra stove is more beneficial for your chimney and neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our website that a few of our wood burning stoves are categorized as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. For the average homeowner, these terms could sound like jargon that homeowners don't have to pay attention to but that isn't the reality.

DEFRA stands for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they handle regulations and policies regarding the environment, farming and food. DEFRA accredited Stoves approved stoves have been passed a rigorous test to ensure they adhere to the government's strict rules for the emission of smoke during their operation. They are additionally designed to burn authorized fuels like coal and wood more efficiently, meaning that they produce far fewer pollutants.

This is a good thing for those who live in a Smoke Control Area, as the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas, unless you use a DEFRA-approved stove with an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install a non-Defra approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you used only approved fuels like wood. As of January 2022, the rules will be altered and stoves that aren't approved aren't allowed to be used unless they are equipped with a secondary or tertiary system that can reduce the production of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they're also equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing the top air vent all the way down, as this could cause the fire to smolder and release smoke into your home. These stoves feature an adjustable air supply that lets you open the top vent a small amount and still have a safe, efficient combustion.

A stove that is approved by Defra can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is crucial because there are numerous construction regulations that require you must have an unlined chimney that has at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a smoke-free zone you'll need a Defra approved stove to legally burn wood in your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict standards of smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. On the Defra site, you can find 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 designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, promoting the food and agriculture industries and ensuring a flourishing rural economic. The tests that Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces very little smoke and grit while it is operating.

Many of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are also multi fuel stoves which allow you to burn authorised smokeless fuels and seasoned wood. They are usually described as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners, and they are often abbreviated to SE.

The most recent Defra stoves for woodburning and multi-fuel come with secondary and tertiary ventilation systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned before it leaves the chimney. This is a better method than simply putting a piece of wood on the fire for a long period of time. It also reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that could be produced.

If you are in an Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, then a Defra exempt stove is an excellent choice for your property. It's not just more eco-friendly and efficient, but it also helps in reducing the amount of smoke that can upset your neighbors.

You can still use an open fire, barbecues or pizza ovens in your backyard. However, excessive or toxic smoke could be considered a nuisance, and you could be fined. You are also not allowed to burn wet, damp or rotting wood, or other fuels on an open fire or stove within a Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum

Defra Approved stoves are designed to burn a wide variety of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they meet the strict regulations of the government for emissions when operating in smoke zones of control. This means that you can use them legally in any smoke control zone provided you're burning approved fuels such as logs, pellets and Briquettes. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will be branded with the SE' logo that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes a DEFRA approved sustainable stoves approved stove distinct from conventional multifuel stoves is the fact that they have secondary air vents that pre-heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, which results in an efficient combustion process. It also reduces soot build up and stops the chimney from clogging. Defra stoves have internal baffles that help regulate the flames, and maintain a uniform heat distribution.

Defra could impose heavy penalties for anyone who is using an appliance that is not approved by DEFRA in smoke-controlled areas. If you want to avoid being prosecuted by Defra, only use a DEFRA-approved stove that has been tested in accordance with the government's guidelines.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They are compatible with all kinds of fuel, but they are especially suited to dry soft and hard wood. They are designed with air vents that can't be completely closed so the stove will always have oxygen to help ensure clean combustion and minimise noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not only compliant with the current government's standards for air quality but also with the future Ecodesign requirements that will come into effect in 2022. A majority of 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 implemented as part of the ongoing efforts by the government to keep the country's air healthy and clean.

Installation

If you are in a zone of smoke control then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can aid you in observing the rules. This is because these multi fuel and wood burning stoves have been tested independently to ensure that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in a Smoke Control Area. They can burn wood, or other fuels such as coal without worrying about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can reduce smoke levels by using advanced combustion technologies that create less smoke. They typically employ an additional stage of combustion that re-burns some of the waste products that were discarded from the first stage, making them cleaner and more efficient. These stoves reduce not only the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot in the chimney and flue.

If you live in a region which is smoke-free this is an important idea to know. You can use a fireplace more often and for longer. In addition, you'll reduce your utility bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are great for the environment because they emit less pollution. They can also be used to burn more materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt using the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This kit can alter the vents for air on the stove to ensure that they do not close at night. This is known as slumbering and it allows for part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to be released into the air. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber and are therefore much more eco-friendly and are less likely to block the chimney.

It is recommended DEFRA stoves that you have a HETAS certified installer or Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the best out of it. You'll have peace of peace of mind knowing that the installation was done according to the correct specifications, and is in compliance with the latest regulations. It also helps protect your warranty as the installer is able to self-certify their work.

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