Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There are a range of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from defra regulations. Defra approved stoves comply with the regulations of the government and are designed to efficiently burn fuel with low emissions.

This is particularly important when you reside in a smoke control area. Even if you don't, it is still advisable to have a Defra stove is better for your chimney and neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed on our website, a variety of wood burning stoves are described as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. For the average homeowner, these terms may seem like jargon homeowners don't have to be aware of but that could not be further from the reality.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for the policies and regulations related to food, agriculture, and the environment. Defra approved stoves have been passed a rigorous test to ensure that they comply with the government's strict rules for smoke emission levels during operation. They are also designed to burn authorised fuels such as coal and wood more efficiently, which means that they produce less pollutants.

This is a good thing for those who reside in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas unless using an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. From January 2022, the rules will change and non-approved stoves aren't allowed to be used unless they're equipped with a secondary and secondary system that reduces their production of particulate, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism that prevents you from closing down the top air vent completely. This could result in the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves come with an adjustable air feed which allows you to open the top vent slightly and still maintain a safe and efficient burn.

A stove that is approved by Defra can be equipped with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is important as numerous building codes require a chimney to have a minimum 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke control area you'll need a DEFRA compliant stoves List approved stove if you want to legally burn wood in your home. DEFRA has tested these stoves to ensure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions in smoke zones for control. You can find the list of areas where you need a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Multi Fuel Stoves

A Defra approved wood stove, also called a DEFRA Multi Wood Burning Stove, will have been through a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs. The UK government body who are responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting the food and farming industry and sustaining a flourishing rural economy. The tests Defra Approved Stoves must clear are designed so that the stove produces small amounts of grit or smoke when it's operating.

A lot of the order DEFRA stoves online Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are also multi fuel stoves that allow you to use authorised smokeless fuels and seasoned wood. These stoves are referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

The latest Defra multi-fuel stoves and woodburning stoves come with secondary and tertiary ventilation systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned before it leaves the chimney. This is a better method than simply putting a piece of wood on the fire for a long period of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that could be produced.

If you live or plan to move into an area designated as a Smoke Control Area then a stove that is Defra-exempt will be the best option for you. It is not only more sustainable and efficient, but it also helps to reduce the nuisance smoke that could make your neighbors angry.

You are still able to use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your garden but be aware that excessive or toxic smoke could be a nuisance for the law and you could be fined. You are also not permitted to burn wet, damp or rotting wood or other fuels on an open fire or stove in the Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved Stoves are designed to burn different types of fuels including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they are in compliance with strict emission regulations of the government when operating in smoke zones of control. This means that you can use them legally in any smoke control zone in the event that you're burning approved fuels such as logs, pellets and briquettes. Stoves that are Defra Approved will usually be identified by the an 'SE' symbol that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes the Defra approved stove different to traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents which pre-heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated air ensures that all fuel is ignited to ensure a cleaner combustion. It also prevents the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from getting blocked. Defra stoves also come with internal baffle plates that aid to regulate the flames and ensure evenly distributed heat distribution.

Using non-DEFRA compliant stoves list approved stoves in areas with smoke control could result in hefty fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). To avoid the risk of being prosecuted by Defra you should only buy and use a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to meet the government's strict criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used for any type of fuel however, they are most effective with wood that is soft and dry. They are designed with air vents that can't be closed completely, so the stove will always have a supply of oxygen to ensure the clean combustion process and reduce the risk of the risk of noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not only compliant with the current standards for air quality of the government as well as with the future Ecodesign standards that will come in effect in 2022. Many of the Stovax wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which confirms that they meet the new standards for emissions. These new standards are being implemented as part of the government's ongoing efforts to keep the nation's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a smoke-free zone then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can help you comply with the regulations. This is because these multi fuel and wood burning stoves have been tested independently to ensure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in a Smoke Control Area. These stoves can be used to burn wood or other authorised fuels like coal without concern about the amount of smoke they produce.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved can lower the amount of smoke produced by advanced combustion technologies that produce less smokiness. These stoves use the second stage of combustion that burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to the reduction in emissions the stoves also lessen the amount of soot that builds up in the chimney and flue.

If you live in an area that is smoke-free this is an important idea to know. You can use a fireplace more often and longer. In addition, you'll reduce your utility bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are great for the environment because they emit less pollutant. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

Most stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt by using the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This kit can alter the air vents on the stove to ensure that they do not close at night. This is known as slumbering. It allows part-burned combustibles to be released into the air instead of going up the chimney, where they could cause obstruction to the flue. DEFRA approved stoves do not sleep, and therefore are more eco-friendly and far less likely to block a chimney.

It is recommended that an HETAS registered installer or Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves approved appliance to get the best out of it. This will provide you with the assurance that the installation was completed to the proper specifications and is in compliance with the latest regulations. Additionally, it will also ensure your warranty since the installer can self-certify their work.