What Are Defra Approved Stoves?

Also referred to as Defra Exempt Stoves and Smoke Control Approved Stoves, these stoves are typically designed to burn Defra approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite ovals. They are not suited for use with wood.

To be deemed DEFRA approved British stoves exempt, a stove has to be tested in a laboratory for air controls and flue draught. These tests are slightly different from the actual conditions.

Clean Burn Technology

A DEFRA-approved stove is a multifuel or wood-burning stove that has been through a rigorous test developed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test ensures that the stove can burn authorised smokeless fuels like briquettes, logs, and briquettes in Smoke Controlled Areas. This type of stove is not just better for the environment and the environment, but it's more beneficial for your neighbors too as it will reduce nuisance smoke.

These DEFRA stoves are equipped with a specialized combustion technology that allows them to slumber or 'sleep longer than other stoves. This means that they can burn any smokeless fuels that are authorised in an efficient and clean way while still maintaining the required heating capacity for your home. This is achieved by restricting the oxygen supply to the firebox. The fuel will be burned at a lower rate until it is completely consumed.

Defra stoves are usually called smoke-free or SE stoves and will come with a label or badge with the DEFRA logo on it. You might even see them labelled as 'Ecodesign 2022 compliant to indicate that they will meet the new Ecodesign emission limits when they enter force next year.

There are many factors to take into account when buying a DEFRA. This includes the design of the stove, the kinds of fuels you can burn as well as the amount of heat that it is capable of producing. There are other features that you might wish to think about, like a simple remote control system or an air wash system.

There are a variety of DEFRA woodburning stoves and multi-fuel stoves available. If you are seeking a stove that can fit into an existing fireplace chamber or inglenook, there are plenty of traditional options to pick from, however there are also modern and contemporary models that look great without the mantle or surround. You should also think about the type of fuel you want to use. There are DEFRA approved stoves and wood burners that are exempt from regulations.

Smoke Controlled Areas

Smoke Control Areas are defined in the majority of UK cities and towns. If you live in such an area, you will need an exempt DEFRA wood stove or multifuel stove. They are designed to be in compliance with the Clean Air Act regulations and have been tested to ensure they burn in a smokeless manner.

A DEFRA approved stove is designed using Clean Burn Technology, which is the reason they are smoke-free. This is accomplished by forcing a continuous supply of oxygen into the combustion chamber until the fuel has been consumed. This means that the fire will not be shut off, like an ordinary stove. It will continue to burn low until all the fuel has been consumed and all exhaust gases have been eliminated.

This allows you to legally use the stove in a Smoke Control Area using 'authorized fuels', which include manufactured smokeless fuels and wood (anthracite, smokeless briquettes and firelogs). This is in contrast to non-Defra stoves which are only permitted to be used in the Smoke Control Area if they are fitted with a special smoke control kit.

It is possible to install the Smoke Control Kit on a wood burning stove that isn't exempt from Shop Defra Stoves: Quality and Eco-friendly Fireplaces however this is not recommended. You could expose your family to risk by inhaling toxic gases and toxins that could cause lung damage. The use of a non DEFRA exempt wood burning stove in a Smoke Control Area may result in large fines.

Stovax offers a variety of multi-fuel and wood burning stoves, fires and fireplaces that are all DEFRA exempt and are able to be used in smoke-free areas. Our dealers are happy to help with finding the perfect DEFRA approved stove for your home, just enter your postcode here to find the closest dealer.

It is important to remember that all new stoves should be installed by registered HETAS installers to ensure they are installed safely and in compliance with current building regulations. Having a stove that is DEFRA approved and is suitable for use in a Smoke Control Area helps to reduce your carbon emissions, which has assisted in reducing the levels of sulphur dioxide in the air. From 2022 EU-wide Ecodesign regulation will set minimum efficiencies, NOX and OGV ceilings and emissions limits which appear to be more stringent than those currently required for Defra Exempt stoves.

Smokeless Fuels

When choosing a stove with smokeless fuels, there are numerous things to take into account. To begin, the stove needs to be DEFRA approved to be used in a smoke-free area. This means that the appliance has undergone rigorous tests to ensure that emissions from particulates are minimized. Additionally, there are a number of stoves that utilize specially-designed smokeless fuels that burn more cleanly than traditional coal. This means they are better for the environment and your neighbors!

Smokeless fuels are generally anthracite-based and come in the form of brquettes. They are greener and last up to 40% better than traditional coal. Smokeless fuels also generate more heat and release less carbon dioxide than traditional coal.

They are more expensive, but they offer numerous advantages for you and your family. They are easier to ignite and won't produce as much soot or ash. This means that the stove's grill and the glass screen won't require cleaning as often. They also create a more dancing flame and they don't give off as much nuisance smoke.

It is important to keep in mind that if your home is in a smoke-control zone that you are only permitted to make use of approved fuels or wood to heat your stove. You could be fined if burn fuels that are not approved. If you use an unapproved woodburner DEFRA-approved, you may be creating smoke that will make your neighbors angry.

This is why it's essential to buy the DEFRA exempt stove that will allow you to burn smokeless fuels in your home. All the stoves in this category have undergone rigorous testing to ensure that they meet the DEFRA regulations and don't emit noxious smoke. This is achieved by making sure that the stoves use the most recent combustion technology to stop part-burned combustibles from being released into the air.

Warranty

DEFRA stoves can be multi-fuel or wood burning stoves that are approved for use in Smoke Control Areas. They have been subjected to rigorous tests to ensure that they offer clean and efficient combustion, with low emissions, and the best performance. They also come in different styles to match your style and home.

Defra approved stoves are also known as SE Stoves within the market, Smoke Exempt Stoves or Smoke Control Stoves that are approved for use in the Area. They all refer to the same stove that has been tested and proven to be able to meet the strict requirements of UK regulations that limit smoking to a predetermined period of time.

A Defra Approved stove can only be used to burn dry wood and approved smokeless fuels, such as anthracite oval or blue flame anthracite. Trying to use it to burn anything else could produce smoke that is noxious and can cause health problems for people with asthma or other breathing conditions. It is the obligation of the installer and the consumer to ensure that the appliance is appropriate for their particular property using the Defra calculator, making sure all chimney parts are correct, ensuring minimum distances to combustibles are adhered to and the hearth size is appropriate for the stove being installed.

Stoves that are not installed correctly can cause leakage, damage, and could void the warranty. The installation should be carried out by a certified HETAS engineer to ensure that the stove is safe to use and is properly installed. Consumable items such as glass, door and glass rope seals, paint finishes internal lining plates, baffles and firebricks aren't covered under the warranty. They are considered to be replacement parts for the customer and are available from us if needed. Damage caused to the stove by high moisture or salty air environments is not covered under the warranty.

A DEFRA stove will not only provide warmth to your home, but also give you peace of mind knowing you're helping to help protect the environment. You can be sure that an approved DEFRA wood burning or multi-fuel stove will last for many years.