Choosing a Defra Approved Woodburner
Defra approved stoves are becoming more popular. DEFRA stoves price range will not have to pay a huge fine if you reside in a smoke-control area. They also offer additional benefits.
Most Defra approved woodburners will come with an altered top air control that prevents you from closing it all the way down which would cut off the oxygen supply to the fire. This prevents the fire from smoldering or producing smoke.
What is an DEFRA Approved Stove?
When buying a woodburning or multi fuel stove, it is crucial to choose one that has been DEFRA approved, which signifies that it has passed rigorous tests designed by the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). These tests are designed to ensure that the appliance is in compliance with the law regarding smoke emissions. DEFRA approved stoves have been shown to emit less smoke than other multifuel or woodburning stoves. This is why they can be employed in Smoke Control Areas.
A Defra approved Stove is also known as a "Smoke Exempt" Stove. In many instances, these models are marked with a 'SE' that signifies Smoke Exempt. This means that the stove passed a test designed by DEFRA which is the UK government. The test is designed to measure emission levels and the amount of smoke generated in normal operation. Defra Exempt stoves are able to be used in a Smoke Control Area and can often be equipped with a 5 inch chimney liner to allow the burning of wood (provided that the manufacturer does not insist on a bigger diameter) provided that this is in accordance with Building Regulations.
Even if you don't reside in a Smoke Control Area selecting a Defra-approved stove is a good choice. They are more eco sustainable and also more friendly to neighbors. They emit less carbon dioxide that can cause to the creation of a nuisance smoke in the air. Your chimney and flue will also stay cleaner longer as they are only able to use dry wood that's not been cut or split recently.
At Bowland Stoves we offer a variety of Defra approved stoves that come in a variety of designs and are perfect for those who wish to heat their home in an environmentally responsible manner. We also have a selection of models that are dual fuel, which means you can use them to heat your home and producing domestic hot water simultaneously.
If you reside in a city or town classified as a smoke control zone in which case you will need to make use of a Defra-approved stove or a smoke-free stove to comply with laws and avoid paying hefty penalties. These stoves are adapted to meet the strictest emission standards that are set by the UK government. They will often feature a second stage of combustion that ensures waste products in the forms of gases are re burned to improve efficiency.
Defra-approved stoves are eco-friendly
When you choose a DEFRA approved wood-burning stove, you are selecting a source of heat that is not only environmentally responsible but also extremely efficient. This is due to the second phase of combustion which is re-burning flue gases which results in a reduction of emissions. DEFRA approved stoves also reduce energy costs because they burn fuel more effectively. They are also available in different styles to suit every style of home, from traditional to contemporary.
Defra approved stoves are a great choice for anyone living in Smoke Control Areas of the UK. These are generally large cities and towns where smoke emissions can be an issue. You can use wood and other fuels that aren't permitted in your home without risking fines if you use an approved DEFRA stove.
The best stoves that are DEFRA-approved come with a variety of eco-friendly features to further reduce their impact on the environment. Many of our stoves, for instance, are SIA Ecodesign-compliant and come with a sophisticated cleanburn system that maximizes combustion efficiency while decreasing emissions. The stoves also come with an airwash system that ensures the glass is clear so that you can enjoy your fire. They can be multi-fuel, which means you can choose from a variety of fuels.
A DEFRA approved stove also provides the necessary amount of oxygen for the wood to burn. This means that the wood won't ignite or release excessive smoke, which is important in a Smoke Control Area since this could lead to fines.
In addition to the advantages of being able to use a wood-burning stove in a Smoke Control Area, DEFRA approved stoves are more sustainable for the environment and more importantly for your health. This is because ultra-fine particles (PM2.5) can get deep into the lungs, and is part of the pollution caused by solid fuels like wood. This can result in harmful side effects such as asthma symptoms or a feeling of discomfort.
Stoves that are Defra approved are friendly to neighbours.
If you live in an area where smoke is controlled the DEFRA-approved stove is required. It will allow you to use wood as well as other fuels that are smokeless. This is because they are able to pass stringent emissions tests that restrict the amount of smoke they produce in their normal use. If you are using a non-DEFRA approved stove in a smoke-controlled area you risk violating the law and getting hit with a hefty fine.
A stove that is Defra-approved is more sustainable and friendly to the environment. They don't emit a lot of smoke, and if maintained properly, they will run smoothly for a long time which means your chimney and flue system will stay cleaner for longer.
Stove manufacturers are continually improving their technology for clean burning and new stoves now offer an array of ingenuous features that make them more eco-friendly. This includes advanced secondary and secondary combustion systems that work to ensure that all gases that ignite are completely consumed. This will result in more efficient combustion that reduces emissions as well as waste products.
A DEFRA-approved cooktop will also have a high rate of combustion, which means less fuel is wasted and more used. This makes them much more efficient than earlier stoves and can result in savings for homeowners.
Defra-approved stoves are more environmentally green than open fires and log burners. They emit less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels, which can aid in the UK's climate change goals. By burning DEFRA-approved stoves homeowners can reduce their carbon dioxide emissions by up to a fifth.
As well as being more efficient and more efficient, it is also more efficient. A DEFRA approved stove will usually be able to reach ultra low levels of emissions that are higher than the ones required for Ecodesign. In 2022, new stoves will need to be in compliance with the Ecodesign regulations, which establish minimum efficiency, introduce ceilings for OGV and NOX (not currently in place) and emission limits for ALL woodburning appliances, which will be stricter than the DEFRA Exempt ceiling that currently applies.
Smoke Exemptions for Stoves Approved by the Defra
It is essential to check if your new wood stove is Defra-exempt, if you are planning to live in or move to an area that is a Smoke Controlled Area. The law prohibits the release of smoke from a wood burner unless it is burning an approved fuel. If you burn an unapproved fuel in a Smoke Controlled Area, you could be punished up to PS1000.
A Defra exempt stove is a wood burning multi-fuel stove that has been tested and approved by the Defra (Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) regulations. Defra is the UK government department responsible for all regulations and policies related to food, rural issues and the environment.
Stove manufacturers manufacture both DEFRA approved and non-DEFRA stoves. The DEFRA stoves have been altered so that the air vents are not able to be shut. This prevents the stove from'slumbering', which is the term used to describe when a stove re-opens its air vents at night, allowing the fuel to to burn slowly. This opens the combustibles that are partially burned to be sent out into the room as black smoke.
Many people are unsure whether a non DEFRA approved stove can be used in an area that is smoke-free. Yes, but you are only able to legally use it to burn the list of Defra approved smokeless fuels which is listed on the government's website here. The list doesn't contain wood and, therefore, if you intend to burn wood with your new stove, you will need a DEFRA-approved stove.
A DEFRA exempted stove is more efficient than stoves that aren't DEFRA approved. This is because DEFRA approved stoves are made to use a higher proportion of the fuel they are fed. This means that you will be able to get more heat from your logs or other types of wood, which in turn will reduce your heating costs.
Although a stove that is DEFRA-approved is superior to non-DEFRA stoves in terms of efficiency, it still needs to be maintained properly to ensure that it continues to work effectively. This includes regular cleaning of the firebox and flue as well as a routine inspection to ensure that the chimney or flue are free of obstructions.