Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a range of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from the regulations of defra. Defra approved stoves comply with government regulations, and are designed to maximize fuel efficiency with low emissions.

This is particularly important especially if you live in a smoke-control zone. But even if do not need to, a Defra stove is safer for DEFRA Stoves Advantages your chimney as well as your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website, several wood-burning stoves are listed either as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. To the average home owner, these terms might appear to be jargon that they don't need to be aware of however this isn't the reality.

DEFRA stands for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations concerning the environment, farming and food. Defra approved products have undergone rigorous testing to ensure that they comply with the strict guidelines of the government regarding smoke emissions during operation. These stoves are additionally designed to burn authorized fuels like wood and coal more efficiently, meaning that they emit less pollution.

This is good news for those who live in a Smoke Control Area as the law currently bans the release of smoke within these areas unless using a DEFRA approved stove and a fuel that is authorised. In the past it was possible to install an non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. But, as of January 2022, the law is changing and any non-approved stoves are not permitted to be used unless they've been fitted with secondary or tertiary burning system that can dramatically reduce the production of particulate matter, carbon dioxide, NOx and organic gaseous compounds.

Our Defra approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing the top air vent completely. This could lead to the fire to ignite and release smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves have an adjustable air feed which lets you open the top vent just a bit while still maintaining the safety and efficiency of your fire.

A stove that is Defra-approved can be equipped with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is crucial because the majority of building codes require a chimney to have a minimum 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a zone of smoke control, you will need a Defra approved stove if you want to legally burn wood in your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards that are required in areas of smoke control. 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 stove, also referred to a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove has passed a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency responsible to protect our natural environment, supporting the food and agriculture industries and ensuring a flourishing rural economic. The tests Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces minimal levels of smoke and grit when it is operating.

Stove Supermarket stocks a number of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can use smokeless wood that is authorised and seasoned fuels. They are usually referred to as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners, and they are usually abbreviated to SE.

The latest Defra 5kw multi fuel stoves defra approved-fuel stoves and woodburning stoves come with secondary and tertiary air ventilation systems that ensure the wood is completely burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a cleaner process than simply putting a piece of wood on the fire for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that could be produced.

If you live in a Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, then a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your property. It's not just more environmentally friendly and efficient, but it also helps reduce the nuisance smoke that could make your neighbors angry.

You can still use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your garden but be aware that toxic or excessive smoke could be a statutory nuisance and you may 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 wide range of fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they comply with the strict emission regulations of the government when operating in smoke zones of control. They can be used in any smoke-control zone, so long as they're burning approved fuels like pellets, briquettes or logs. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will bear a mark with a SE' symbol which means Smoke Exempt.

A stove that is approved by Defra differs from a standard multifuel stove because it has secondary air vents that pre-heat air prior to entering the firebox. The pre-heated air helps ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, leading to more efficient combustion. It also reduces soot build in the chimney and keeps it from clogging. Defra stoves also come with internal baffle plates that aid to regulate the flames and ensure evenly distributed heat distribution.

Defra could impose severe penalties on anyone who uses an appliance that is not approved by DEFRA in areas with smoke control. To avoid being accused of trespassing by Defra you should purchase and make use of a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to meet the government's strict standards.

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

This technology not only complies with the current government's air quality standards but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements which will come in 2022. Many of the Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we offer will carry this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which signifies that they are in compliance with these new stricter emissions standards. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's continued efforts to keep the nation's air healthy and clean.

Installation

If you reside in a zone of smoke control then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove defra approved fuel stove can help you comply with the rules. These wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested in order to ensure that they meet the strict standards of smoke emission required in a Smoke control zone. These stoves can burn wood, or other fuels like coal without worrying about the amount of smoke they produce.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved are able to reduce smoke levels through advanced combustion technology that produces less smoke. They typically employ the second stage of combustion, which re-burns some of the waste materials from the first stage, making them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to reducing emissions the stoves also lessen the amount of soot that builds up in the chimney and flue.

This is great news 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 great for the environment since they release less pollutant. They can also be utilized to burn more materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA Stoves Advantages exempt with the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This alters the air vents on the stove to stop them from being closed down at night. This is known as slumbering and it allows for part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to escape into the atmosphere. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep and are, therefore, more eco-friendly and far less likely to block the chimney.

To get the most out of your DEFRA approved stove It is recommended that you have it installed professionally by an HETAS Registered Installer or by a Building Control Officer. This will provide you with the assurance that your installation was completed according to the correct specifications and complies with the latest regulations. Additionally, it will also ensure your warranty since the installer will be able to self-certify their work.