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Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a great range of defra-exempt multi fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves comply with government regulations and are designed to burn fuel efficiently with low emissions.

This is particularly important when you live in a smoke-control area. Even if you do not need to, the Defra stove is better for your chimney and the neighbours.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed across our site that a number of our wood burning stoves are listed as being DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. To the average homeowner these terms may sound like jargon that they don't need to pay attention to, but this could not be further from the truth.

DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they handle regulations and policies concerning the environment, farming and food. Defra approved products have undergone rigorous tests to ensure that they comply with the government's strict guidelines for smoke emissions during operation. The stoves are designed to burn fuels like coal and wood more efficiently. This means they generate less pollutants.

It is good news for those who live in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions in these areas unless using a DEFRA-approved stove with an approved fuel. In the past it was possible to install a non Defra approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long as you used only authorised fuels. From January 2022, the rules will be altered and stoves that aren't approved will not be permitted to be used unless equipped with a secondary and third-party system that will reduce their productions of particulate, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are equipped with a mechanism to prevent you from closing the top air vent completely. This could result in the fire to smolder and release smoke into your home. Instead, these stoves come with an adjustable air feed which allows you to open the top vent a little while still maintaining a safe and efficient burn.

A stove that is Defra-approved can be fitted with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is vital because there are numerous construction regulations that require you need a chimney with at least 5 inches of diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-free zone you'll need 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. You can see the list of areas for which you will require a Defra approved stove on the Defra website.

Multifuel stoves and stoves exempt from Defra

A Defra approved stove, also referred to a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a rigorous test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, supporting the food and farming industry and sustaining a flourishing rural economy. The tests Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the stove produces small amounts of grit or smoke when it is operating.

Stove Supermarket has a range of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can use smokeless wood that is authorised and well-seasoned fuels. These stoves are also known as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.

Contrary to older stoves, which are not suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, the latest Defra multi-fuel and woodburning stoves have secondary and tertiary air systems in order to ensure that the wood is completely burned prior to it leaving the chimney. This is a better method than leaving a log on the stove for long periods of time. It also reduces the amount nuisance smoke that can be produced.

If you live in an area that is a Smoke Control Area, or if you are thinking of moving to one, a Defra exempt stove is an excellent choice for your home. defra exempt stoves is not only more eco-friendly, but it also helps to reduce the nuisance smoke that could upset your neighbors.

You can still use open fires, barbecues, and pizza ovens in your yard however, remember that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a statutory nuisance and you may be fined. It is also prohibited to burn damp, wet or rotting wood, or other fuels on an open fire or stove inside a Smoke Control Area.

Burning Other Fuels

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn various fuels, including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they comply with the strict government regulations for emissions when operating in smoke zones of control. This means that they can be used legally in any smoke control zone as long as you're burning approved fuels such as pellets, logs and briquettes. Stoves that are Defra Approved are usually identified with the a 'SE' logo which is a reference to Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes a Defra approved stove distinct from standard multifuel stoves is that they have secondary air vents that heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated and pre-heated air ensures that the fuel is ignited in order to produce a cleaner combustion. It also prevents the build-up of soot up and prevents the chimney from clogging. Defra stoves also come with internal baffle plates that help to control the flames and maintain an evenly distributed heat distribution.

The use of non-Defra-approved stoves in areas that are smoke-free could result in hefty 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 ensure that you use a DEFRA-approved stove that has been inspected in accordance with the government's guidelines.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most kinds of fuel, but are ideally suited for dry soft and hard wood. The air vents can't be closed completely, meaning there's always oxygen to ensure pure combustion.

This technology is not only compliant with the current air quality standards but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will go into effect in 2022. A majority of 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 continued efforts to ensure that the air in the country is clean and healthy.

Installation

If you are in a zone of smoke control then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can help you comply with the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure that they comply with the strict standards of smoke emission required in a smoke control area. These appliances can be used to burn wood or other authorised fuels such as coal without worrying about the levels of smoke they produce.

Stoves that are DEFRA certified can reduce smoke levels using advanced technology for combustion that produces less smokiness. These stoves use an additional stage of combustion, which burns the waste products that were burned in the first stage. This makes them more efficient and cleaner. In addition to the reduced emissions they also reduce the amount of soot build-up in the chimney and flue.

This is a great benefit if you reside in a smoke-free area since it means you can sit in front of a real fire more often and for longer with the added benefit of having lower utility bills. As a result of the reduced levels of pollution, these types of wood burning and multi fuel stoves are also beneficial to the environment since they can use a wider range of materials than other stoves.


The majority of stoves can be converted to DEFRA exempt with an easy manufacturer-supplied kit. This alters the air vents of the stove, preventing them from being closed down at night. This is called slumbering, and it allows part-burned combustibles that could otherwise block the flue to escape into the air. DEFRA approved stoves don't sleep, and therefore are better for the environment and are 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 a Building Control Officer. You will have peace of mind knowing that your installation was carried out according to the correct specifications and is in compliance with the latest regulations. In addition, it can also protect your warranty as the installer will be able to self-certify their work.

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