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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves
There's a wide selection of defra-exempt multi fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves meet government regulations and are designed to burn fuel efficiently with low emissions.
This is especially important if you reside in a smoke-control zone. Even if you don't need to, it is important to know that a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and your neighbors.
Defra Approved
You may have noticed across our website that a few of our wood burning stoves are categorized as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. For the average homeowner, these terms might sound like jargon that homeowners don't have to be aware of however this is not the truth.
DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations concerning the environment, farming and food. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure they adhere to the strict guidelines of the government for smoke emission levels during operation. These stoves are also designed to burn authorised fuels such as wood and coal more efficiently, which means they emit less pollution.
This is good news for those who live in a Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits the emission of smoke within such areas unless using a DEFRA approved stove and an authorised fuel. In the past it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long that you used only authorized fuels. In January 2022, the laws will change and non-approved stoves will not be permitted to be used unless they are equipped with a secondary and tertiary system that can reduce their productions of particulate, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and organic gaseous substances.
In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are also equipped with a mechanism which stops you from closing the top air vent all the way down as this can cause the fire to smolder and release smoke into your space. These stoves come with an adjustable air supply that lets you open the top vent just a little and still maintain the safety of a clean, efficient burn.
Another benefit of buying a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is vital since there are a variety of building regulations which state that you need an unlined chimney that has at least 5 inches of diameter.
Smoke Control Areas
If you live in a smoke-free zone, you will need a Defra approved stove if you wish to legally burn wood in your home. DEFRA has tested these stoves to ensure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke zones for control. On the Defra site, you can see a list of areas that require a Defra-approved stove.
Defra Exempt Stoves & Multi Stoves Fuel
A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi fuel or wood burning stove has passed a rigorous test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency responsible for protecting our natural environment, assisting agriculture and food industry and ensuring a flourishing rural economic. The tests Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance only produces very little smoke and grit when it is operating.
Stove Supermarket has a range of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can burn smokeless, authorised wood and seasoned fuels. They are often referred to as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners, and they are usually abbreviated to SE.
In contrast to older stoves that are not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi fuel and woodburning stoves have secondary and tertiary air systems that ensure that the wood is completely burned prior to it leaving the chimney. This is more efficient than leaving a log on the stove for long periods of time. It can also reduce the amount of smoke that is produced.
If you are living or planning to move into a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from Defra is a great option for you. It is not only more environmentally friendly, but it also helps to reduce the amount of smoke that can upset your neighbors.
You can still use an open flame, barbecues and pizza ovens in your backyard. However excessive or toxic smoke could be considered a nuisance and you could be fined. In the Smoke Control Area You are not allowed to use open fires or stoves that burn damp, rotten, or wet wood or any other fuels.
Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars
Defra Approved stoves are designed to burn a wide variety of fuels, including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they meet the strict emission regulations of the government when operating in smoke control zones. This means that they can be used legally in any smoke control zone in the event that you're burning fuels that are approved, like pellets, logs and Briquettes. Stoves that are Defra approved are usually identified with the an 'SE' logo that stands for Smoke Exempt.
What is it that makes a Defra approved stove different from conventional multifuel stoves is the fact that they have secondary air vents that heat the air prior to entering the firebox. This pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, which results in an efficient combustion process. It also reduces soot build in the chimney and keeps it from becoming blocked. Defra stoves are equipped with internal baffles which help to regulate the flames, and maintain a uniform heat distribution.
Defra could impose heavy penalties on anyone who uses appliances that are not approved by Defra in areas with smoke control. To avoid being charged by Defra you should purchase and use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested according to the government's strict requirements.
DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all kinds of fuel however, they are most effective with wood that is soft and dry. DEFRA stoves cost designed with air vents that can't be closed completely so that the stove will always have oxygen to ensure clean combustion and minimise soot and noxious gases.
This technology is not only compliant with the current government's standards for air quality, but also with the future Ecodesign requirements which will come into effect in 2022. A large portion of Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which confirms that they meet these new stricter emissions standards. These new standards are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure that the air we breathe clean and healthy.
Installation
If you reside in a Smoke Control Area, a Defra-exempt multifuel stove can help you comply with the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel appliances have been tested by independent experts to ensure that they comply with the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a smoke control area. They can be used to burn wood or other authorised fuels like coal without having to worry about the quantity of smoke they produce.
Stoves that are DEFRA approved can lower smoke levels by using advanced combustion technologies that produce less smoke. They usually employ an additional stage of combustion that re-burns some of the waste products that were discarded from the first stage, making them even less polluting and more efficient. They reduce not just the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot in the chimney and flue.
If you live in an area which is smoke-free it is a good idea to be aware of. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and longer. Additionally, you'll reduce your utility bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are great for the environment since they release less pollution. They can also be utilized to burn more materials than other stoves.
The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt using a simple manufacturer supplied kit. This changes the air vents on the stove to prevent them from being closed down at night. This is known as slumbering and it allows part-burned combustibles that could otherwise block the flue to be released into the air. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep and are, therefore, more eco-friendly and less likely to block the chimney.
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 an Building Control Officer. This will provide you with the assurance that your installation has been completed to the correct specifications and in line with the latest regulations. It will also protect your warranty, as the installer can self-certify their own work.