Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a great range of defra exempt multi-fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved appliances comply with the regulations of the government, and are designed to maximize efficient combustion and low emissions.

This is particularly important when you reside in a smoke-free zone. Even if you don't, it is important to know that a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and for your neighbors.

DEFRA endorsed Stoves Approved

You might have noticed that on our website, a number 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're not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are accountable for the policies and regulations related to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved products have gone through rigorous testing to ensure that they meet the government's strict guidelines for smoke emissions when operating. They are designed to burn fuels like coal and wood more efficiently. This means they generate fewer pollutants.

This is good news for anyone who lives in a Smoke Control Area as the law currently bans the release of smoke within these areas unless you use a DEFRA approved stove and an authorised fuel. In the past, it was possible to install a non-Defra certified stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you used only approved fuels, such as wood. However, as of January 2022, the rules are changing and DEFRA Endorsed Stoves any non-approved stoves will not be allowed to be installed unless they have been equipped with secondary or tertiary combustion system that will drastically reduce their production of particulate matter NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are also equipped with a mechanism that will stop you from closing the top air vent all the way down as this can cause the fire to smolder and emit smoke into your room. Instead, these stoves have an adjustable air supply that will allow you to open the top vent a little while still maintaining the safety and efficiency of your fire.

A Defra-approved stove can also be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important because numerous building codes require a chimney to have a minimum 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside 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 standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control areas. On the Defra site, you can find a list of areas where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA stoves advantages multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a rigorous test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body is responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting the farming and food industry and sustaining a thriving rural economy. The tests Defra Approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces very little smoke and grit when it is in use.

Stove Supermarket has a range of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can burn authorised smokeless wood as well as seasoned fuels. They will often be described as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners and they are often abbreviated as SE.

Unlike older stoves, which are generally not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi fuel and woodburning stoves feature secondary and tertiary air systems in order to ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to exiting the chimney. This is a much cleaner procedure than leaving a fire on the stove to burn for long periods of time and reduces the amount smoke that can be generated.

If you reside in an Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your property. It is not only more sustainable, but it will help to minimise the nuisance smoke that could upset your neighbors.

You can still enjoy an open fire, barbecues or pizza ovens in your garden. However excessive or toxic smoke can be considered to be a nuisance and you could be fined. In an area designated as a Smoke Control Area You are not allowed to use open flames or stoves that burn damp, rotten, or wet wood or any other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels

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

What makes a Defra approved stove different from standard multifuel stoves is that they have 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 a cleaner combustion process. It also helps to reduce the build-up of soot up and stops the chimney from getting blocked. Defra stoves have internal baffles that help control the flames, and maintain a uniform heat distribution.

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

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used for any type of fuel but they are best suited to wood that is soft and dry. They are designed with air vents that are unable to be closed completely, so the stove will always get oxygen to ensure clean combustion and minimise the risk of noxious gases and soot.

This technology not only complies with the current air quality standards but also future Ecodesign requirements that will go in 2022. Stovax wood-burning and multifuel stoves will be branded with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, that confirms they comply with the new standards for emission. These new standards are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to keep the air we breathe healthy and clean.

Installation

If you live in a Smoke Control Area and you are in a Smoke Control Area, a DEFRA accredited stoves exempt multi stove can assist you in complying with the rules. This is because these wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure they comply with the strict smoke emissions standards required in a Smoke Control Area. These stoves can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels like coal without worrying about the levels of smoke they produce.

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

This is an excellent option especially if you live in a smoke controlled zone as it means you can have a genuine fire more often and longer, with the additional benefit of lower energy bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to 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 by using the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This kit can alter the air vents on the stove to ensure that they are not closed at night. This is known as slumbering and it allows part-burned combustibles that could otherwise block the flue to escape into the air. DEFRA approved stoves do not slumber and are more sustainable for the environment. They also prevent chimneys from being blocked less often.

To get the most benefit of your DEFRA approved stove, it is recommended that you have it professionally installed by an HETAS registered installer or a Building Control Officer. This will give you peace of mind that your installation was completed to the proper specifications and is in compliance with the latest regulations. In addition, it can also help protect your warranty as the installer can self-certify their work.