Defra Wood Stoves
If you reside in a zone of smoke control then you need a DEFRA approved wood stove. These stoves release very little smoke and offer plenty of light, heat and flames.
Leading manufacturers like Arada, Parkray, and Stovax have come up with a variety of Defra stoves that are traditional designed, but feature the latest in clean burning technology. These stoves can burn a wide variety of fuels, including smokeless coal.
Efficient Combustion
The wood-burning stoves of Defra employ the most advanced combustion technology to ensure a clean and efficient burn. This is achieved by ensuring that the fire does not run out of oxygen. This makes sure that any combustibles are not fully burned will not escape up the chimney and into the air which could cause pollution.
These Defra-approved wood stoves are more suitable for your chimney and flue as they produce less smoke. This helps keep them clean longer, cut down on maintenance costs and enhance the performance of your wood stove.
In addition, Defra wood stoves are ideal for those who live in UK Smoke Control Areas. This is because they permit you to use wood and smokeless fuels without violating the law. There are a range of sizes and heat outputs to suit various homes, so you will be able to locate the perfect Defra approved wood stove for your home.
Make sure that only stoves approved by Defra can be used in smoke-controlled areas, since they have been approved to burn authorised fuels. If you burn a non-approved fuel in your Defra approved stove you could be punished.
Stovax ST2 is a high performance Defra approved stove. This Defra approved wood burning stove comes with an impressive ClearSkies rating and energy rating of A+. It has been built with efficiency in mind, with an internal air-to-fuel ratio of 1:1 and a low smoke emission rate of 0.26g/h.
In how you can help to being compliant with DEFRA emission standards The stove has been independently tested to a rigorous SIA Ecodesign Ready standard and can be used in smoke controlled areas. SIA Ecodesign Ready stoves are designed to reduce emissions and are 66% more efficient than old open fires and stoves.
The most reliable Defra-approved stoves are those made of hard, untreated wood that is dry and has a the moisture content to be below 20%. This will ensure that the stove functions efficiently and reduce smoke and improve the heating capacity.
Reduced Emissions
Many of the Defra wood stoves we offer have been certified to be ecodesign ready'. This means they have been controlled to be as efficient as possible and as clean burning as the EU allows. The Ecodesign regulations have higher standards for efficiency and emissions than the government's own 'clearSkies' scheme.
The primary benefit of a Defra approved stove is that it produces considerably less smoke than a non-certified stove. The reason for this is that they are built to ensure constant flow of air to the flame. This is done by having a second, and sometimes a tertiary air intake. This prevents the stove from being starved of air during the process of combustion and reduces the amount of black smoke it releases.
Modern stoves also produce less harmful particles than older models. This is crucial because particulate pollutants can enter the bloodstream. They then travel around the body and lodge in the lungs or the heart. This can lead to serious health problems and even premature death.
Despite the fact that these stoves generate much less harmful emissions than older models, the EU still wants to cut down on pollution from all sources. It has been linked to asthma and other respiratory issues.
In order to meet the new targets for air quality, the government has published an initial draft Environment Plan. The plan aims to reduce the average PM2.5 concentrations in the UK to 10 micrograms/cubic meter by 2040. This will require a dramatic reduction in emissions from domestic fuels like wood burners.
To achieve this it will make it more difficult to buy and install stoves that are not certified in smoke control zones. Stoves that aren't approved by local authorities could be penalized to the tune of PS1,000 per hour of smoke emission. This is why it's important to purchase a DEFRA approved stove if you live in a zone that is smoke-free.
We offer a wide range of Defra Stoves, including the Classic 5 Clean Burn Multi-Fuel Stove that is priced at PS420. All of them are suitable for smoke-free areas and are available in various designs.
Smoke Exempt
A DEFRA stove is a wood burner that has passed a series rigorous tests and exams to ensure it abides by the regulations of the Department of Environment. They are designed to burn fuel efficiently by reducing harmful pollution.
If you reside in a smoke-free zone, then you need a DEFRA approved stove is required. It permits you to use approved fuels such as wood and other multifuels that would normally be restricted if not using a DEFRA stove. Stoves that are DEFRA approved are sometimes called SE (smoke exempt) stoves and will have the SE logo on their name or specification.
The Defra logo indicates that the stove has been subjected to independent testing and has proven capable of burning wood in a smoke-control zone without emitting harmful fumes. It's a sign that the manufacturer went above and over the rules.
Some stoves have been fitted with a top air control modified so that it is not shut completely. Close the air supply of the log burner to prevent it from burning and releasing black smoke.
Stoves that are Defra approved will typically allow you to use a 5" flue liner with them when burning wood, however non-DEFRA approved stoves require a 6" liner that is too big for many UK chimneys.
Another reason to consider a Defra wood burning stove is that they are more environmentally friendly than older models of woodburners and open fires. The latest stoves by leading manufacturers like Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax have secondary and tertiary systems that cut down on emissions. This reduces the carbon footprint of their customers.
Defra stoves come in different styles to match your home. They provide a variety of benefits and are also available in a variety of sizes. Some are more striking than others, such as the Arizona A08E woodburner with its large heat output and large glass viewing window, whereas others are more subtle, such as the minimal Farringdon stove by Aarrow. You can also have a DEFRA stove fitted into a recess such as the Aarrow I400 cassette stove for an elegant, clean look to your living room.
EPA Certification
EPA certified stoves are designed to meet or surpass the emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This means that they have been tested and are designed to reduce the amount of pollution emitted into the atmosphere. They also generate more warmth using less wood. These benefits make EPA-certified stoves a great option for those looking to save money on fuel while still having the warm and comfortable feeling of burning wooden.
Stoves that are EPA certified can use smaller flues, which can save you money on installation. They are designed to burn more efficiently. This efficiency can also increase the heat capacity of your stove which will save you money in cost of fuel.
The EPA certification process requires stoves to be tested in compliance to strict regulations and rules that are issued by the government. It also assists manufacturers in maintain their quality standards and ensure that their products are safe for consumers. Stoves that are EPA certified must have low nitrous oxide and particulate emission levels, which means they do not release harmful gases into the air. This is an enormous benefit to homeowners living in areas with smoke control regulations.
If you live in an area with smoke control and smoke-controlled, you are allowed to burn certain types fuels in your stove. Defra approved appliances have been modified to ensure that you can burn many different types of fuels, including smokeless fuels. These fuels are usually briquettes, or other easily-available dry materials that don't produce excessive smoke.
When you purchase an exempt stove from defra typically, it comes with a top air vent that limits how much the stove can be depleted of oxygen during combustion. This is due to the fact that too little oxygen can cause the stove to smoulder and release black smoke into your home. The stoves that are exempt from Defra will have a modification that will prevent you from closing the air vent at the top all the way.
Defra stoves are becoming more popular due to their ability to provide a warm, cozy home, while reducing amount of smoke that is in the air. They are also simple to install and can be installed in homes that have standard flue systems, as long as you have a 6-" flue liner.