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The Guide To Defra Approved Stoves List In 2023
What Are Defra Approved Stoves?

Also called Defra Exempt Stoves and Smoke Control Approved Stoves These stoves are designed to burn Defra approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite ovals. However, they will not be suitable to use with wood.

To be considered Defra exempt, a stove must meet laboratory testing requirements for air controls and flue draught. These tests are slightly different from the actual conditions.

Clean Burn Technology

A DEFRA-approved stove is a wood-burning or multifuel stove that has passed a rigorous examination designed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test ensures that the stove can use approved smokeless fuels, like briquettes and logs in Smoke Controlled Areas. This kind of stove is not only more eco-friendly and the environment, but it's better for your neighbors since it will lessen nuisance smoke.

These DEFRA stoves have a special combustion technology that enables them to sleep, or slumber' for longer than other stoves. They will burn any smokeless fuels that have been approved in a safe and efficient manner, while preserving the amount of heat required for your home. They accomplish this by limiting the oxygen supply to the firebox, causing the fuel to burn at a lower level until it is eliminated.

Defra stoves are typically called SE stoves or smoke-free stoves. They also will have a label or badge with the DEFRA Logo on it. They may be labeled as 'Ecodesign compliant 2022' to indicate they will meet the new Ecodesign emission limits when they become effective next year.

When it comes to purchasing a DEFRA stove there are a variety of aspects that you have to take into consideration. Included in this are the model of stove, fuel types that can be burned and the amount of heat it's capable of producing. It is also possible to consider some other features, such as a remote control system that is easy to use or an air wash system.

There are a variety of DEFRA stoves that are woodburning or multi-fuel available. There are a variety of traditional models to choose from for those who want to incorporate stoves into an existing fireplace or inglenook. But, there are also contemporary and modern models that look stunning without a mantel or surround. You will also need to be aware of the fuel you want to use as there are DEFRA exempt wood burners and several dedicated Defra approved stoves that only allow the use of authorised smokeless fuels.

Ideal for Smoke Controlled Areas

Smoke Control Areas are defined in the majority of UK cities and towns. If you reside in such an area you'll need a DEFRA-exempt stove or multifuel stove. These stoves are designed to adhere with the Clean Air Act regulations, and have been tested for smokeless combustion.

The main characteristic of a DEFRA approved stove is that they've been engineered with Clean Burn technology, which is how they are able to be smoke free. This is done by injecting oxygen into the combustion chamber continually until the fuel has been consumed. This means that the fire cannot be shut off like the traditional stove. It will continue to burn low until all the fuel is consumed and the exhaust gases have been exhausted.

DEFRA approved contemporary stoves permits you to use the stove legally in a Smoke Control Area, with 'authorized fuels'. This includes wood and manufactured smokeless fuels like anthracite, smokeless briquettes, and firelogs. This is in contrast to non-Defra stoves which can only be used within a Smoke Control Area when they are equipped with a special smoke control kit.

It is possible to put the Smoke Control Kit on a wood burning stove that isn't exempt from DEFRA however this is not recommended. You could put your family at risk by inhaling toxic gases and toxins which could cause lung damage. The use of a non DEFRA exempt wood burning stove in a Smoke Control Area may result in massive fines.

Stovax offers a broad range of wood burning multi-fuel and fireplaces that are all DEFRA exempt and can be used in smoke-controlled areas. Our dealers are more than eager to assist you in finding the ideal DEFRA approved stove for your home. Simply enter your postcode below to locate your nearest dealer.


It is essential to keep in mind that all new stoves must be installed by an HETAS registered installer to ensure that they are fitted safely and comply with the requirements of current building regulations. Stoves that are DEFRA approved and can be used in a Smoke Control Area helps to reduce your emissions which has helped in reducing sulphur dioxide levels in the air. From 2022, the EU-wide Ecodesign regulation will establish minimum efficiency OGV, NOX, and NOX ceilings, and emission limits that look to be stricter than those currently required for Defra Exempt stoves.

Smokeless Fuels

When choosing a stove with smokeless fuels, there are many aspects to take into consideration. For a start the stove must be DEFRA certified to be used in a smoke-free area. The appliance has been subjected to rigorous tests to reduce the amount of particulate emissions. There are stoves that make use of smokeless fuels that burn cleaner than traditional coal. This makes them better for the environment as well as your neighbours!

Smokeless fuels are generally anthracite based and come in the form of Briquettes. They are more environmentally friendly and last 40% better than traditional coal. Smokeless fuels also generate more heat and emit less carbon dioxide than traditional coal.

They are more expensive, yet they have many benefits for you and your family. They are much easier to ignite and will not produce more soot or Ash. The glass screen and stove grate will need to be cleaned less often. They also produce a more dancing flame and they don't emit as much nuisance smoke.

It is important to keep in mind that if you reside in a smoke-free zone, you are only allowed to burn wood and authorised fuels in your stove. If you choose to use non-approved fuels, you could be in violation of the law and could face a large fine. If you decide to use a wood stove that isn't DEFRA approved, then you will create smoke that could cause trouble for your neighbours.

It is therefore crucial to purchase a DEFRA exempt stove to allow you to burn smokeless materials in your home. All stoves included in this group have been thoroughly tested to ensure that they are in compliance with DEFRA regulations, and do not emit nuisance smoke. This is achieved by making sure that the stoves have the most recent combustion technology to stop part-burned combustibles from being released into the air.

Warranty

DEFRA stoves can be wood burning or multi-fuel stoves that are approved to be used in Smoke Control Areas. They have undergone rigorous testing to ensure they are high-quality and efficient burning, low emissions, and optimal performance. They are available in a variety of styles to fit your home's aesthetic.

Defra approved stoves are known as SE Stoves within the market, Smoke Exempt Stoves or Smoke Control Area Approved Stoves. They are all referring to the same stove that has been tested and proved to be able to meet strict UK legislation that limits the amount of smoke that can be emitted over a specified period of time.

The stove must only be used with approved smokeless fuels such as blue flame or anthracite. Trying to use it to burn anything else will cause smoke nuisance that can cause health problems for people suffering from asthma or other breathing conditions. It is the obligation of the installer and the consumer to ensure that the appliance is suitable for their home by using the Defra calculator, making sure all chimney parts are correct and ensuring that the proper distances to combustibles have been adhered to and the hearth size is suitable for the stove being installed.

Stoves installed incorrectly may cause leakage, damage and could void the warranty. The installation must be completed by a trained HETAS engineer to ensure that the stove is safe for use and is properly installed. The warranty does not cover consumables such as glass seals made of glass rope on doors and windows paint finishes, internal lining plates, firebricks and baffles. These are considered as customer replaceable parts and can be purchased from us in the event of need. Damage to the stove caused by salt air or high humidity conditions is not covered by the warranty either.

A DEFRA stove will not only bring warmth to your home, but will also give you peace of mind knowing that you're helping protect the environment. By choosing a DEFRA approved wood burning or multi fuel stove, you are assured that you'll be enjoying your stove for many years to come.

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