Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves
There are a wide range of multi-fuel stoves exempt from defra regulations. Defra approved stoves meet government regulations and are designed to efficiently burn fuel with low emissions.
This is particularly important if you reside in a smoke control area. However, even if you don't, a Defra stove is better for your chimney and the neighbours.
Defra Approved
You may have noticed across our website that many of our wood burning stoves are categorized as DEFRA exempt or DEFRA approved. These terms may appear to be words to the typical homeowner, but they are not.
DEFRA is the acronym for
Defra approved Sustainable stoves Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they oversee policies and regulations concerning the environment, farming and food. Defra approved products have gone through rigorous testing to ensure they meet the strict guidelines of the government regarding smoke emissions during operation. They are also designed to burn authorised fuels such as coal and wood more efficiently, which means they emit less pollution.
This is a great news for those who live in a Smoke Control Area because the law currently bans the release of smoke in these areas unless using an DEFRA approved stove and a fuel approved by DEFRA. In the past it was possible to install a non
DEFRA approved sustainable stoves approved wood stove in a Smoke Control Area, as long you used only approved fuels. However, as of January 2022, the rules are changing and any non-approved stoves are not permitted to be used unless they've been equipped 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 prevents you from closing the top air vent completely down, as this could cause the fire to get smoldering and release smoke into your space. These stoves come with an adjustable air feed that allows you to open the top vent just a little and still maintain an efficient, safe burn.
Another advantage of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5 inch chimney liner. This is important as the majority of codes for building require chimneys to have a minimum of 5 inches diameter.
Smoke Control Areas
If you live in a zone of smoke control, you will need a Defra approved stove to legally burn wood in your home. DEFRA has tested these stoves to confirm that they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions that are required in smoke zones for control. On the Defra site, you will find a list of areas where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.
Multifuel stoves and Defra exempt stoves
A Defra approved stove, also referred to as a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove will have passed a rigorous test that was developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency is responsible for protecting our natural environment, promoting agriculture and food industry and ensuring a flourishing rural economic. The tests that Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance emits only small amounts of grit or smoke when it is in operation.
A lot of the Defra Exempt stoves we stock at Stove Supermarket are also multi fuel stoves that will allow you to burn authorised smokeless fuels as well as seasoned wood. These stoves are referred to as Defra stoves, Defra approved wooden burners and are abbreviated SE.
The most recent Defra woodburning and multi-fuel stoves are equipped with secondary and tertiary air ventilation systems that ensure the wood is completely burned before it exits the chimney. This is a better method than simply putting a piece of wood on the fire for long periods of time. It can also reduce the amount of smoke that can be produced.
If you reside or plan to move into an area that is a Smoke Control Area then a exempted stove from Defra is an excellent option for you. Not only will it be more eco-friendly, but it will also help minimise the nuisance smoke that can upset your neighbors.
You are still able to use an open flame, barbecues and a pizza oven in your garden. However, excessive or toxic smoke can be considered a nuisance and you could be fined. In the Smoke Control Area You are not allowed to use open flames or stoves that burn damp, rotten, or wet wood or any other fuels.
Burning Other Fuels Other Than Petroleum
Defra Approved stoves are designed to burn a wide variety of fuels including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they are in compliance with the government's strict regulations for emissions in smoke control areas. This means that you can use them legally in any smoke control zone provided you're burning approved fuels like pellets, logs and Briquettes. Stoves that have been certified by Defra will bear a mark with a SE' logo, which stands for Smoke Exempt.
What is it that makes a Defra approved stove different to traditional multifuel stoves is that they have air vents that heat the air before it enters the firebox. This pre-heated, heated air ensures that the fuel is ignited in order to create a cleaner burning. It also helps to reduce the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from clogging.
Defra stoves also have internal baffle plates which help to regulate the flames and ensure even heat distribution.
Stoves that are not approved by DEFRA in smoke controlled areas could result in heavy fines from the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). To avoid being accused of trespassing by Defra you should only buy and make use of a DEFRA approved stove that has been tested to the government's strict criteria.
DEFRA stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with all kinds of fuel but they are best suited to wood that is soft and
DEFRA approved sustainable stoves dry. Air vents cannot be closed completely, so there's always oxygen to aid in pure combustion.
This technology is not only in line with the current air quality standards of the government as well as with the future Ecodesign requirements that will be implemented in 2022. Stovax stoves that burn wood and multifuel will be marked with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, which confirms they meet the new stricter emission standards. These new standards are being implemented as part of the ongoing efforts by the government to keep the country's air clean and healthy.
Installation
If you are in a zone of smoke control then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove will assist you in complying with the regulations. These wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been independently tested to ensure that they comply with the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a smoke control area. These appliances can burn wood, or other fuels such as coal without worrying about the amount of smoke they generate.
Stoves that are DEFRA certified can reduce smoke levels by using advanced combustion technology that creates less smokiness. They typically employ a second phase of combustion that re-burns a portion of the waste products from the first stage, making them cleaner and more efficient. These stoves reduce not only the amount of carbon dioxide emissions, but also the amount of soot in the chimney and flue.
This is great news if you live in a smoke controlled zone as it means you can enjoy a real fire more often and for longer with the additional benefit of lower energy bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment since they release less pollution. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.
The majority of stoves can be transformed into DEFRA exempt using the simple kit supplied by the manufacturer. This changes the air vents of the stove to stop them from being closed down at night.