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What is a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove?

A defra approved multi fuel stove is one that has been successfully passed the Defra smoke tests. These stoves are sometimes called SE (smoke-exempt) stoves.

nrg-4-5kw-eco-design-stove-multifuel-cast-iron-fireplace-portable-defra-approved-286.jpgThe Defra department of the government is responsible for rules and regulations related to agriculture, rural issues and the environment. The Defra Test guarantees that you can burn wood or approved smokeless fuels like Anthracite Ovals, for instance, in a smoke-free area without causing disturbance to your neighbors.

Eco-Friendly

Eco-friendly stoves are made to emit a minimum amount of carbon dioxide, by using fuel efficiently and utilising sustainable materials. Eco-friendly stoves are usually designed to burn wood, or in combination with other approved fuels. There are a variety of eco-friendly multi-fuel stoves as well as log burners available, from traditional to modern models. Some eco-friendly stoves even make use of dung (the excrement of domestic livestock) to provide an extremely efficient and carbon neutral alternative to wood.

The most important aspect to ensuring that your stove is eco-friendly is to make sure that the fuel you use is properly seasoned or kiln dried. This helps reduce the amount of moisture and allows the wood to burn more efficiently, producing less smoke. It is also a good idea to buy only wood from sustainable forests. When buying wood look for the Woodsure 'Ready to Burn' label to ensure that it has been dried properly.

Most modern stoves are designed to meet strict EU EcoDesign standards. These standards require stove makers to design wood-burning stoves keeping energy efficiency and the environment in mind. Manufacturers must account for emissions, resource efficiency, and waste reduction when they design Ecodesign stoves. This makes them some of the most eco-friendly and clean stoves available.

Replace the grate on your stove with a ceramic grate. This will make it more eco-friendly. Ceramic is not just visually appealing and attractive, but it also comes with the added benefit of not being a smoker and reducing sulphur dioxide in the air. Ceramic Grease liners also have a longer span and are easier to clean than steel inserts for grates.

In a Smoke Control Area you are able to use a wood burner or multi-fuel stove. However, it is important to use only fuels that have been approved by Defra. You could be in breach of the law if you do not. To avoid this, you should only make use of Defra approved fuels, for example, anthracite that is manufactured smokeless in your stove.

Clean Burning

A Defra approved multi fuel stove is able to be used in smoke-controlled areas, provided it burns smokeless fuels only. It could be a smokeless log, anthracite or a manufactured or natural product. Stove manufacturers must comply with the regulations in order to make an DEFRA exempt wood burner for sale. Here at The Stove Yard we have an incredible selection of DEFRA approved stoves for wood burning and multi fuel stoves from leading brands such as Arada, Parkray, Burley, Stovax and many more.

These Defra-exempt stoves use the latest combustion technology to reduce emissions and tar accumulation in your chimney or flue system. The stoves employ secondary and tertiary systems that ignite particulates, tar gasses and other pollutants before they go into the air. This is the reason DEFRA Guidelines stoves approved wood burning stoves are much more clean than open fires and older generation stoves.

The design of the Defra approved stove is unique, most of our range will have a hidden mechanism inside the stove that allows a small circulation of air into the fire, even when the air vents are shut. This is to prevent the soot and ash being sent up the chimney which can cause obstruction to your stove and result in dangerous chimney fires.

The new Defra-approved cooktops don't allow you to completely close the air vents and slumber the stove over night that could release part-burned combustibles into the air.

A DEFRA-approved cooktop will have a longer burn time compared to older non-Defra stoves. However, if you were to switch your approved fuel with smokeless coal to slumber the stove overnight and reduce the time of the burn as the constant air supply required to slumber would reduce the combustion of smokeless fuel.

Emissions Reductions

If used correctly the DEFRA exempt stove can generate very low levels of emissions. These emissions are typically PM2.5 particles that, if inhaled, can cause various health issues, including heart problems and lung illnesses.

The high efficiency of combustion provided by a DEFRA-approved wood burner reduces the amount harmful particles and pollutants released in the process of burning. This helps reduce the impact of the process of burning on the environment.

The effectiveness of a stove can lower the cost of heating your house. By using a DEFRA-approved wood burning stove place of a gas boiler you can reduce your carbon footprint and save the cost of your energy.

If you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's essential that your stove be DEFRA Approved (or Smoke Exempt) because this permits you to use Defra Approved fuels like manufactured smokeless ovals, such as Anthracite or Homefire and dried wood and other authorised fuels. This lets you enjoy your fireplace without worrying about nuisance smoke disturbing your neighbours.

Many stoves that are DEFRA-approved, are tested to meet clearSkies standards and are able to be identified with the clearSkies label. The clearSkies mark is an independent scheme that requires stove makers to provide information on their appliances' efficiency and emissions, so that consumers can make an informed decision. The information must include the stove's efficiency rating, emissions, as well as type and size.

It is important to keep in mind that, as with Ecodesign the clearSkies guidelines are minimum standards, and the manufacturers can exceed these. ESSE, for example has developed its latest stoves to be more efficient and less polluting with less particles, without compromising on performance or control. This latest innovation utilizes Twin Catalytic Combustion Technology that burns all smoke particles, reducing their impact on the atmosphere.

In fact when you're in a smoke-free zone and are using a DEFRA Approved stove with a high-quality, kiln-dried or seasoned log, you'll get as much, or more heat from the same amount of dry wood as if you were burning it in a non-DEFRA approved high-quality stoves Approved stove. It can be up 24 per cent less expensive to heat your home with the latest DEFRA Approved Stove than with a gas boiler.

Compliant with Building Regulations

If you reside in an area that is under smoke control, it's important to select a multi-fuel stove that has been approved by DEFRA. These stoves have passed tests to ensure that they don't release any smoke when burning an approved fuel, which means they can be used in areas that are usually well-populated with buildings. At Choice Stoves, we supply and install a range of DEFRA approved log burners from top brands including Mi-fires, Contura, Stovax, ACR, Broseley, Tiger, Cast Tec and more.

You can also safely burn wood, peat and other solid fuels by using a DEFRA-approved multi-fuel stove. Be aware that certain fuels are restricted for use in Smoke Control Areas, so it's essential to be familiar with local regulations and restrictions.

To allow a multi-fuel stove to perform safely, it's important that you have the appropriate ventilation. This will help reduce the formation of carbon monoxide in your home. DEFRA approved multi fuel stoves come with a built-in venting system that automatically delivers enough air to the combustion process, meaning that your home will always be properly ventilated and safe to use.

In addition, DEFRA approved stoves have the minimum size for flues of 550mm2, meaning they can be used with a standard twinwall system. Our range of flue liners is compatible with DEFRA approved stoves. You can make your fireplace meet the latest emission standards with our wide selection.

Look for the DEFRA symbol on the stove's packaging, or online. This information is also available on a variety of reliable retailers' websites as well as in store displays.

It's important to hire an expert who is certified when you are planning to install a multi-fuel fireplace. This will ensure that the installation is compliant with the building codes. Infractions to the correct guidelines for installation could lead to a fine and damage to your property. We recommend using a HETAS approved installer to carry out your stove installation, as they will be well-versed in the guidelines of the manufacturer and building regulations.

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