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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?

If you reside in a smoke-free zone then you must purchase a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt stove (or SE) allows you to legally burn wood in a smoke controlled area.

The stoves are independently tested for Fireplaces And Stove the lowest emission possible. Stoves that are certified as such often feature the logo 'Defra-approved' in their name or on their specifications.

Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many people believe that living in a smoke control zone means that they aren't able to make use of a fireplace that burns wood. It's not the case. In reality, a majority of cities and large towns are located in a smoke-free zone, however this doesn't mean that you can't have stoves, it just implies that you have to make use of an exempt device and only burn authorised fuels (usually briquettes) in your stove. The Defra approved stove is a specific type of wood-burning stove that has been tested to ensure that it meets certain criteria in relation to the emissions that it produces when burning authorised fuels, and therefore it can be legally used in the Smoke Control Area.

The Defra Logo is widely used in the industry, and many stoves have the SE after their names to indicate they are smoke-free. To be SE approved the stove must meet strict emission requirements. This means you can be sure that you are buying the best wood stove on the market.

If you are looking for a wood-burning stove which is Defra-exempt or has SE after its title You will notice that the manufacturer has taken steps to ensure that there are enough air intakes on the front of the stove to ensure that there is a full combustion of fuel and that the size of the chimney outlet is sufficient to prevent accumulation of soot. This is crucial as it will ensure that the smoke from the stove does not escape through the chimney into your home.

Another benefit of a Defra approved stove is that it generally permits you to use it with a 5" chimney liner, which will comply with the UK building regulations. However, non-Defra approved stoves will need to be fitted with a bigger 6" liner.

Stovax is proud to offer a selection of Defra-approved Fireplaces And Stove and stoves, as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed with future air quality standards at heart. Many of our Defra-approved stoves are also able to be used in conjunction with a smoke-control system for properties that are located in Smoke Control Areas. They can be utilized to burn a variety of in smokeless fuels, including fire logs.

Approved for Smokeless Fuels

A DEFRA approved wood burning stove, also known as a DEFRA exempt stove, is the only type of stove that you can put in a smoke control area if you plan to make use of it for solid fuel (wood and preferably well-seasoned). The government tests them to ensure they don't emit excessive smoke and can only be used with 'authorized' fuels.

The difference between the difference between a DEFRA approved stove and a non-approved one typically is very small. With a kit provided by the manufacturer, many contemporary stoves can be converted to DEFRA compliant in minutes. This is because a Defra approved stove has to undergo rigorous tests and is limited to the amount of smoke it can generate.

To ensure that the restrictions are maintained the stove has to be able to limit its combustion air so that it doesn't rob itself of oxygen and cause it smoulder. This is accomplished through an opening mechanism that lets the air in the firebox when it's burning. It is usually hidden within the NRG 4.5KW Eco Design Stove Portable Fireplace or beneath the base of its firebox.

Stove World UK offers a large selection of DEFRA approved stoves from the country's best manufacturers, including Stovax, Arada and Burley. They are available in an enormous variety of styles and finishes. Select from a broad selection of Ecodesign stoves, which are designed to meet the upcoming demands for air quality.

Smoke Control Zones are located mostly in large cities and towns. You can go to the website of your local authority to see whether you reside in one. If you reside in a smoke controlled area it is very important to purchase a DEFRA approved stove for your home, to avoid being fined by the local authority. This is because if you burn unauthorised fuel on an unapproved stove, for example coal or any other solid fuels, you could be fined up to PS300.

Approved for wood

A DEFRA approved wood stove, also known as a smoke exempt stove, is an appliance that can be utilized in a Smoke Control Area when burning wood. The stove will have the Defra approved symbol or 'SE' front of its name that means it can only be used in areas controlled by smoke when you burn approved fuels. In this case, wood.

Many older wood stoves emit huge amounts of particulate matter. These can cause or worsen asthma attacks, respiratory problems and heart problems. It is therefore essential to choose a wood stove that is in compliance with strict emission standards as set by the Environmental Protection Agency. Look for an "EPA 2020 Certified" label, which signifies that the stove has met the emission limits that are now in place.

If you purchase an appliance that isn't EPA certified and you live in a smoke-free zone, you will need to get it recertified before you can use it. It can be costly and time-consuming, but the law requires it. Homeowners who sell a house with a wood stove that is not certified could be subject to tax credits or fines related to clean air.

The majority of modern stoves can be altered to become defra burning mdf approved with a kit or an adjustment that the installer offers. The primary difference between DEFRA approved stoves and ones that aren't is the combustion air control system that regulates the amount of air that passes through the stove when it's in normal operation. The change is usually placed on the underside of the firebox or in the base.

Some manufacturers will produce two versions of their wood stove one that is Defra approved and the other that is not. The reason is that the cost of putting a wood stove through the rigorous Defra testing is expensive. To reduce these costs, they sell the non approved version at a lower cost. The DEFRA approved version will have been able to have the modification to the combustion air done as part of the testing procedure.

Gas Approved

Before the Clean Air Acts were brought in residential homes could burn any kind of fuel they liked which led to large amounts of smoke emissions as well as health problems. To stop this, Defra created Smoke Control Areas which meant that residential homes couldn't produce any smoke from their multifuel stoves or wood burners unless the appliance was Defra certified to burn only authorised fuels such as manufactured smokeless coals and anthracite.

Defra approved SE (Smoke-Exempt) Stoves have been put through rigorous testing to prove that they can burn authorised fuels cleanly in a Smoke Control Zone. The latest combustion technology delivers a constant minimum of secondary air into the firebox. This lets the stove meet Defra regulations for Smoke Control Areas even when it is used with authorised fuels like anthracite as well as manufactured smokeless coals.

The Stove Yard has a vast selection of stoves that are Defra approved which are perfect for those who reside in a smoke control area and need a new fireplace that burns wood. We have a broad selection of Defra-approved stoves, including traditional models, modern and inset from top brands like Stovax. Arada, Burley, and AGA.

The good thing is that there is no distinction in appearance between a stove that is Defra-approved and one that isn't. However, the Defra-approved models do come with a few extra features designed to help them burn cleaner. They generally have a different grate and air vents and on gas stoves, Fireplaces And Stove they may also have an outlet for the flue that is different in size.

nrg-5kw-eco-design-stove-multifuel-cast-A Defra Approved Stove will almost always have five" flue outlet (125mm). This means you can use a smaller stainless steel twin wall flexible liner that is cheaper than a 6" (150mm). We've seen this helpful when the customer has an older or non-standard chimney stack that we are installing the Defra approved wood burning stove into and it reduces the cost of relining the chimney with a bigger diameter liner.nrg-8kw-black-cast-iron-wood-burning-sto

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