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The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are known to lower blood pressure and relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot that they release?

Fortunately, the latest stoves are designed with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. So you can enjoy a warm and cozy home without breaking your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It's a great option for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs as well as approved solid fuels. The high heat output makes it a fantastic option for large spaces. The large fire glass also permits you to take pleasure in the flames.

It is made of modern steel, and therefore can be used in both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding situations. It is equipped with an air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and prevents soot build-up. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it transfers a large percentage of the heat generated into your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.

Wood burners have come under many criticisms in recent years because it has been shown that they can cause microscopic sooty particles in the air called PM2.5 which has been linked with lung and heart issues. However, portable wood stove that are made to conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. These are only a small part of the overall pollution generated by burning fossil fuels such as coal and gas, but there is no doubt that wood burning stoves are a source of this pollution.

It is essential to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the best heat output and the best combustion. Many types of wood can be utilized, including eucalyptus as well as ash. Eucalyptus is quick-burning, but also offers plenty of heat, is a good choice. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to handle the upcoming changes to regulations that have been put in place and is Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated, which means you can use it with approved fuels, provided you adhere to the guidelines. It's a robust burner designed to last, featuring solid construction and a 10-year body warranty, which is supported by its impressive heating performance.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves continue to be popular despite the confusing directives that surround the use of these stoves. Some campaign groups have pushed for tighter regulations and even a log burner ban. It's worth checking out our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations before you decide on the latest multifuel or log fire.

One company that is making an effort to keep the popularity of woodburners high is Arada Stoves, who have recently launched a widescreen model of their popular Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a huge door glass, which gives you an excellent flame picture and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot build up.

With a maximum heat output of 4.9kW This is a great stove to heat the majority of rooms. It's very easy to use and maintain. The curving lines and classical style make it suitable for both traditional and modern decor. The flat back design means that it can be inserted into smaller recesses and it's very easy to install a direct air system to increase the efficiency even more.

The stove also has an integrated ash dump, which makes it easy to clean ashes and remove them up regularly. This decreases the chance of odours and dust getting out of the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you are using, and it's accessible with an remote control.

As the debate rages about whether or not woodburning stoves are good for your health, we can all agree that they create beautiful ambiences in our homes. However, it's important to keep in mind the negative effects of particulate matter as well as the way that burning wood and other kinds of fuels can affect the quality of indoor air as well as health. So, if you're going to have a woodburner installed it is recommended that you keep the door closed when you're not working on the fire and regularly clean the stove to ensure the indoor air is as healthy as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's relaxing to watch the flames flicker and can reduce blood pressure. But it's not all good news. Studies have shown that older stoves can be harmful because they release microscopic particles of soot which can enter your respiratory system. New regulations are in place to ensure that log stoves are up to the highest standards. This reduces smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and more importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must meet a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only meets, but surpasses the new standards, but also exceeds them. It has a widescreen glass viewing window that offers an excellent view of the flame, and is maintained clean by the power of an air wash system. This stove has an impressive 80% energy efficiency rating and is DEFRA exempt which means it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, which means it already meets the European emission standards for wood-burning stoves that will come into effect in 2022.

This stove comes with a no-cost air ventilation kit. It's now easier to install than it has ever been. It's a sturdy little unit constructed using top-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and verified to be environmentally friendly and efficient. This goes above and beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves we've reviewed that has the complete five star clearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as great as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost


Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand that has an unorthodox style that shouldn't be missed out on. They are known for their small multi-fuel stoves that come with an array of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a prime example of their focus on brand and also demonstrates that they can still deliver an excellent product at a cost that won't break the bank. This DEFRA approved woodburner can be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully compliant to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also comes with ClearSkies level five certification. It is an excellent choice for those who aren't sure what direction the directive is going and want to be confident that their stove will continue to be exempt from smoke control regulations.

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