Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a variety of multi-fuel stoves that are exempt from defra regulations. Defra approved stoves are compliant with government regulations and are engineered to burn fuel efficiently and emit low emissions.

This is especially important when you live in a smoke-control area. Even if you do not need to, a Defra stove is safer for your chimney as well as your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You might have noticed that on our website, a number wood burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be jargon to the average homeowner, but they're not.

DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are accountable for policies and regulations relating to agriculture, food and the environment. Defra approved stoves have been passed rigorous tests to ensure that they comply with the strict guidelines of the government for smoke emission levels during operation. The stoves are specifically designed to burn the fuels of wood and coal more efficiently. This means they generate less pollutants.

It's a great thing for those who reside in a Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in such areas except when using a DEFRA stoves comparison-approved stove with an approved fuel. In the past, it was possible to install a non-Defra-approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you only used authorised fuels, such as wood. But, as of January 2022, the law is changing and stoves that are not approved are not allowed to be used unless they are fitted with secondary or tertiary combustion system which can drastically reduce the production of particulate matter NOx, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous compounds.

In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they're also equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing the top air vent completely down, as this could cause the fire to get smoldering and release smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves feature an adjustable air flow that allows you to open the top vent just a bit and still keep an efficient and safe burn.

A stove that is approved by Defra can be fitted with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is crucial since there are a variety of building regulations which state that you must have an elongated chimney with at least 5 inches of diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you reside in a smoke control area you'll require a Defra approved stove to legally burn wood in your home. DEFRA has examined these stoves to make sure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke zones for control. On the Defra site, you will find a list of places where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.

Multifuel stoves and affordable DEFRA stoves exempt stoves

A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi wood burning stove or fuel, will have passed a rigorous test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government body who are responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, promoting the farming and food industry and sustaining a thriving rural economy. The tests that Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance produces very little smoke and grit while it is operating.

Stove Supermarket stocks a number of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means you can burn authorised smokeless wood and seasoned fuels. These stoves are also referred to as DEFRA stoves near me stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

Unlike older stoves, which are not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi-fuel and woodburning stoves feature secondary and tertiary air systems that ensure that the wood is fully burned prior to it leaving the chimney. This is more efficient than leaving a log on the fire for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount of nuisance smoke that is produced.

If you live or plan to move into an area designated as a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from Defra is an excellent option for you. It is not only more environmentally friendly however, it also helps in reducing the amount of smoke that can cause a disturbance to your neighbors.

You can still enjoy an open fire, barbecues and a pizza oven in your backyard. However excessive or toxic smoke could be considered to be a nuisance and you could be penalized. In a Smoke Control Area it is not allowed to use open flames or stoves that burn damp, rotten or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved stoves are designed to burn a wide range of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they comply with the strict regulations of the government for emissions in smoke control areas. This means that they can be used legally in any smoke control zone provided you're burning fuels that are approved, such as logs, pellets and Briquettes. Stoves that have been certified by Defra will bear a mark with a SE' symbol that stands for Smoke Exempt.

What makes the Defra approved stove different from traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents that heat the air before it enters the firebox. This pre-heated air helps ensure that the entire fuel is ignited and burned, leading to a cleaner combustion process. This also prevents the build-up of soot and blockages in the chimney. Defra stoves also come with internal baffle plates that aid to regulate the flames and maintain an uniform heat distribution.

Using non-Defra approved stoves in smoke controlled areas could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). If you wish to avoid being accused of being prosecuted by Defra make sure you use a DEFRA approved stove that has been inspected in accordance with the guidelines of the government.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used for any type of fuel but they are best suited to wood that is dry and soft. They're designed with air vents that are unable to be closed completely so that the stove will always get a supply of oxygen to support clean combustion and minimise the risk of noxious gases and soot.

This technology is not only compatible with the current standards for air quality of the government, but also with future Ecodesign standards that will come in place in 2022. A majority of Stovax wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves we sell will have this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which indicates that they comply with the new standards for emissions. These new standards are part of the government’s continuous efforts to ensure that the air in the country clean and healthy.

Installation

If you live in a Smoke Control Zone, a DEFRA approved clean burning stoves-exempt multi fuel stove can help you comply with the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been tested independently to ensure that they comply with the strict smoke emission standards required in a smoke control zone. These appliances can be used to burn wood or other approved fuels like coal without concern about the amount of smoke they emit.

Stoves that have been DEFRA approved can lower smoke levels using advanced combustion technologies that create less smoke. These stoves employ the second stage of combustion that recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. These stoves can reduce not only the amount of carbon dioxide emissions, but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

If you live in a region that is smoke-controlled it is a good thing to know. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and for longer. Additionally, you'll save money on your utility bills. These multi-fuel and wood burning stoves are beneficial to the environment as they produce less pollution. They can also be utilized to burn more materials than other stoves.

The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt with a simple manufacturer supplied kit. This kit can alter the air vents of the stove so 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 being pushed up the chimney where they can cause obstruction to the flue. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep, and therefore are more eco-friendly and less likely to block a chimney.

To get the most out of your DEFRA approved stove it is recommended you have it installed professionally by a HETAS registered installer or an Building Control Officer. This will give you peace of mind that your installation was completed to the correct specifications and complies with the latest regulations. In addition, it will also help to protect your warranty as the installer can self-certify their work.