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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There's a huge selection of defra exempt multi fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves comply with the regulations of the government and are designed to burn fuel efficiently with low emissions.

This is particularly crucial especially if you live in a smoke-control area. But even if don't have a smoke control area, a Defra stove is safer for your chimney and neighbours.

Defra 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 seem like jargon to the typical homeowner, but they are not.

DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they handle regulations and policies in relation to the environment, agriculture and food. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure that they comply with the strict regulations of the government regarding smoke emission levels during operation. They are specifically designed to burn the fuels of wood and DEFRA approved sustainable stoves coal more efficiently. This means they produce less pollutants.

This is a good thing for anyone who lives in a Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits emissions of smoke within such areas unless you use an DEFRA approved stove and a fuel approved by DEFRA. In the past, it has been possible to install a non-DEFRA approved sustainable stoves (relevant site)-approved 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 stoves that aren't approved will not be allowed to be used unless they've been fitted with secondary or tertiary burning system that will drastically reduce their production of particulate matter and NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

Our Defra approved ranges are also equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing the top air vent completely. This can cause the fire to smolder and release smoke into your home. The stoves have an adjustable air flow that allows you to open the top vent a small amount and still have a safe, efficient combustion.

Another advantage of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it can be fitted with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important as the majority of codes require a chimney to have a minimum 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a zone of smoke control you'll require a DEFRA-approved stove to use wood legally in your home. The stoves have been tested by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict smoke emissions standards required in smoke control zones. You can find the list of areas in which you will require a Defra approved stove on the DEFRA stoves for sale website.

Defra Exempt Stoves & Multi Fuel Stoves

A Defra approved stove, also known as a DEFRA multi wood burning stove or fuel, will have passed a stringent test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body who are responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting the farming and food industry and sustaining a flourishing rural economy. The tests that Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed so that the stove produces minimal amounts of grit and smoke when it is operating.

Stove Supermarket stocks a number of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can burn authorised smokeless wood and well-seasoned fuels. These stoves are also referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

In contrast to older stoves that are often unsuitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra woodburning and multi-fuel stoves feature secondary and tertiary air systems to ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to it leaving the chimney. This is a more efficient method than simply leaving a fire on the stove to burn for a long time and reduces the amount smoke that is generated.

If you are living or planning to move into a Smoke Control Area then a Defra-exempt stove will be a great choice for you. It's not only more eco-friendly, but it also helps to reduce the nuisance smoke that could cause a disturbance to your neighbors.

You are still able to use open fires, barbecues, and pizza ovens in your yard however, remember 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 permitted to use open fires or stoves to burn damp, rotten or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved Stoves are engineered to burn different types of fuels including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they are in compliance with the strict regulations of the government regarding emissions in smoke control zones. This means that you can use them legally in any area of smoke control in the event that you're burning authorised fuels like pellets, logs and briquettes. Stoves that have been approved by Defra will bear a mark with a SE' logo which means Smoke Exempt.

A Defra-approved stove is different from a conventional multifuel stove because it has secondary air vents that heat air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated air helps to ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, resulting in more efficient combustion. It also helps to reduce the build-up of soot up and prevents the chimney from becoming blocked. The Defra stoves come with internal baffles that help control the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.

Defra could impose severe penalties for anyone who is using an appliance that is not approved by DEFRA in smoke-controlled areas. If you want to avoid being accused of being prosecuted by Defra ensure that you make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been tested according to government criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most types of fuel, but they are best suited to wood that is soft and dry. The air vents can't be shut completely, which means there is always oxygen available to ensure the clean combustion.

This technology is not only compatible with the current standards for air quality of the government as well as with the future Ecodesign standards that will come in place in 2022. Many of the Stovax wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have 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 ensure that the air in the country is clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a smoke control area then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove will assist you in complying with the regulations. This is because these wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been tested independently to ensure they meet the strict standards of smoke emissions required in a Smoke Control Area. These appliances can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels, such as coal, without concern about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved can reduce smoke levels by using advanced technology for combustion that produces less smoke. These stoves employ the second stage of combustion, which burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. These stoves reduce not only the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area which is smoke-free, this is a great thing to know. You can use a fireplace more often and for a longer time. Additionally, you'll save money on your energy bills. As a result of the reduced levels of pollution, these kinds of wood-burning and multi fuel stoves are eco-friendly since they can burn a wider range of materials than other stoves.

Most stoves can be made DEFRA exempt by using a simple manufacturer supplied kit. This changes the air vents on the stove to stop them from being closed down at night. This is called slumbering, and it allows part-burned combustibles which would otherwise block the flue to be released into the air. DEFRA approved stoves don't slumber, and are better for the environment. They also tend to block chimneys less often.

To get the most benefit of your DEFRA approved stove It is recommended that you have it installed professionally by a HETAS Registered Installer or a Building Control Officer. You will have peace of mind knowing that your installation was carried out according to the correct specifications and is compliant with the latest regulations. In addition, it will also ensure your warranty since the installer will be able to self-certify their work.