Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves
There is a variety of multi-fuel stoves exempt from the defra regulations. Defra approved appliances comply with the regulations of the government, and are engineered for fuel efficiency and emissions that are low.
This is especially important when you reside in a smoke-free zone. Even if you don't have a smoke control area, it is important to know that a Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and your neighbours.
Defra Approved
You may have noticed on our website, several wood-burning stoves are listed as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. To the average home owner, these terms might sound like jargon that they do not need to pay attention to, but this could not be further from the reality.
DEFRA is the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. They are responsible for the policies and regulations related to agriculture, food and the environment. Defra approved products have undergone rigorous testing to ensure that they adhere to the strict guidelines set by the government for smoke emissions during operation. These stoves are additionally designed to burn authorized fuels like coal and wood more efficiently, which means that they emit less pollution.
This is a good thing for
DEFRA lawful Stoves those living in a Smoke Control Area since the law currently prohibits emissions of smoke within such areas unless using a DEFRA approved stove and a fuel that is authorised. In the past, it was possible to install a non-Defra certified stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you only used authorised fuels, such as wood. From January 2022, the rules will change and non-approved stoves won't be allowed to be used unless they're fitted with a secondary and tertiary system that can reduce the production of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.
In the case of our Defra approved stoves, they are also equipped with a mechanism which will stop you from closing the top air vent completely down since this could cause the fire to get smoldering and release smoke into your home. These stoves feature an adjustable air supply that allows you to open the top vent just a small amount and still have a safe, efficient combustion.
A stove that is approved by Defra can be equipped with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is important since there are a variety of building regulations that state that you need an unlined chimney that has at least a 5-inch diameter.
Smoke Control Areas
If you reside in a smoke-free zone, you will need a Defra approved stove to legally burn wood in your home.
DEFRA Lawful stoves has examined these stoves to make sure they meet the strict standards for smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. On the Defra site, you can find a list of places where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.
Multifuel stoves and Defra exempt stoves
A Defra approved wood stove, also referred to as a DEFRA Multi Wood Burning Stove or Fuel, will have passed a strict test designed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs. The UK government agency is responsible to protect our natural environment, supporting the food and farming industries, and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests Defra approved stoves must pass are designed to ensure that the appliance only produces low levels of smoke and grit while it is in use.
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 and seasoned wood. They will often be called Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners and they are often abbreviated to SE.
The most modern Defra multi-fuel stoves and woodburning stoves come with secondary and tertiary venting systems that ensure the wood is completely burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a better method than leaving a log on the fire for long periods of time. It can also reduce the amount of smoke that could be produced.
If you reside or plan to move into an area designated as a Smoke Control Area then a Defra-exempt stove will be an excellent choice for you. It is not only more sustainable, but it will help to minimise the nuisance smoke that could upset your neighbors.
You are still able to use open fires, barbecues and pizza ovens in your backyard but remember that smoke that is toxic or excessive could be a statutory nuisance and could result in a fine. In a Smoke Control Area, you are not permitted 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 engineered to burn a variety of fuels including wood. They burn wood with such efficiency that they comply with the strict emission regulations of the government when operating in smoke zones for control. This means that you can use them legally in any area of smoke control in the event that you're burning approved fuels such as logs, pellets and brquettes. Stoves that are Defra approved will usually be identified by the an 'SE' symbol that signifies Smoke Exempt.
What makes the Defra approved stove different from conventional multifuel stoves is the fact that they have secondary air vents that pre-heat the air prior to entering the firebox. This pre-heated, heated air ensures that all fuel is ignited to produce a cleaner combustion. It also prevents the build-up of soot in the chimney and keeps it from getting blocked. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates that help to regulate the flames and ensure an even heat distribution.
Defra could impose severe fines on anyone who uses appliances that are not approved by Defra in areas that are smoke-free. If you want to avoid being prosecuted by Defra, only make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been tested according to the guidelines of the government.
DEFRA approved clean burning stoves stoves are also known as Clean Burn stoves. They can be used with most types of fuel, however, they are most effective with wood that is dry and soft. Air vents cannot be closed completely, so there is always oxygen to support clean combustion.
This technology is not just compliant with the current standards for air quality but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will come in 2022. Many of the Stovax wood burning and multi-fuel stoves we offer will carry this SIA Ecodesign Ready mark which confirms that they meet these new stricter emissions standards. These new standards are being introduced as a part of the government's continued efforts to ensure that the air in the country is clean and healthy.
Installation
If you reside in a smoke-free zone then a Defra exempt multi fuel stove can aid you in observing the regulations. This is because these wood burning and multi fuel stoves have been tested independently to ensure they comply with the strict standards for smoke emissions required in a Smoke Control Area. They can be used to burn wood or other authorized fuels, such as coal, without concern about the amount of smoke they generate.
Stoves that are DEFRA approved can lower smoke levels by using advanced combustion techniques that produce less smokiness. They employ the second stage of combustion that recycles waste products from the first stage. This makes them cleaner and more efficient. In addition to reducing emissions they also reduce the amount of soot that accumulates within the flue and chimney.
If you live in a region that is smoke-free, this is a great thing to know. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and for a longer time. Additionally, you'll save money on your utility bills. Due to the less pollution, these types of wood-burning and multi fuel stoves are beneficial to the environment since they are able to burn a wider variety of materials than other stoves.