15 Reasons To Not Overlook Best Woodburners
The Best Woodburners
Wood burners are believed to reduce blood pressure and relax. What about the tiny soot particles released by the wood burners?
New stoves are designed to comply with the EcoDesign directive. This means you can enjoy a warm, cosy home, without breaking your environmental responsibilities.
1. Ekol Edge
The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't compromise on performance. It's a fantastic choice for people who live in smoke-free areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it a good option for larger rooms and the large glass firebox provides a stunning view of the flames.
It has a modern steel body that allows it to be used in both traditional inglenooks and freestanding areas. It is equipped with an air wash system that keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot build-up. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning that it can transfer a significant amount of the heat it produces into your home instead of going up the chimney.
Wood burners have been the subject of a lot of criticism recently, as it has been shown that they can cause microscopic sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 which has been linked to heart and lung problems. However, the latest models that comply with the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, like gas and coal.
It is essential to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the most efficient heat output and combustion. There are a myriad of wood that can be burned, including eucalyptus, ash, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning but also provides a lot heat, is an excellent option. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.
The Ekol Adept has been designed to cope with the upcoming changes in regulations that have been put in place and is Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated, which means that you can use it with approved fuels as long as you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner that is durable and comes with a 10-year Body Warranty and a robust construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.
2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen
Wood burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing directives that are thrown at them. In fact, some campaign groups are calling for much stricter restrictions, and even a ban on stoves that burn wood, so it's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you go shopping for an updated log fire or multifuel burner.
Arada Stoves is one company that is doing its part to ensure that woodburners remain popular. They have released a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass, which gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system to avoid soot from accumulating.
With a maximum heat output of 4.9kW this is a fantastic stove for the majority of rooms. It's extremely simple to operate and maintain. Its curving lines and classic design make it ideal for traditional or contemporary design. The flat back design ensures it can be fitted into shallower recesses, and it's easy to set up a direct air system with this model to improve the efficiency of the system.
Another excellent aspect of this stove is the built-in ash dump that makes it simple to clean and remove ashes on a regular basis which reduces the possibility of odours or dust getting into the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the chimney type you have, and it's accessible with a remote control.
As the debate rages about whether wood-burning stoves are good for your health We can all agree that they create a lovely ambience in our homes. It's important to consider the health consequences of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. If you're installing a woodburner, it is recommended to shut the door when you are not tending to the fire. You should also regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air as healthy as possible.
3. Go Eco 5kW Plus
It's soothing watching the flames flicker and can lower blood pressure. But there's not a lot of good news. Studies have shown that older stoves are dangerous because they emit microscopic particles of soot that can enter your respiratory system. New regulations have been put in place to ensure that log stoves have higher standards. This helps reduce smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and, more important, harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.
New woodburners must comply with a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that meets, but surpasses the new standards. The stove has a widescreen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean with a powerful air washing system. This stove boasts an impressive 80% efficiency rating. It's DEFRA exempt, meaning that it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets the European restrictions regarding the emissions from wood-burning stoves which will take effect in 2022.
If that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with a free air venting kit making it much easier than ever before to set up. It's a sturdy little unit constructed using high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt.
The clearSkies label on this stove indicates that it has been independently tested and verified to be eco-friendly and efficient, this is above and over the minimum requirements laid out by Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves we've reviewed that has the full five star clearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as efficient as it gets.
4. Chilli Penguin Defrost
A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player in the wood burner market with a maverick flair that's not to be ignored. They specialize in small, all-in-one multi-fuel stoves, which have earned them popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens as well as a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic illustration of their brand's focus and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at a price that's not too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully in compliance with the current emissions limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It's the perfect option for those who aren't sure what the directive will be and want to feel secure that their log burners are exempt from the smoke control regulations.