Choosing a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove
If you reside in a Smoke Control Area you must use a DEFRA (DEpartment of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs) approved wood burning or multi fuel stove. These are also known as Defra Exempt appliances and will allow you to use approved coal and smokeless logs, without generating the nuisance smoke.
Defra Approved
Anyone who lives in an area that has smoke control in place must have a DEFRA approved stove or log burner. Defra approved stoves have been tested and confirmed to produce a minimal amount of smoke. They also pass rigorous emissions tests and comply with the government's Clean Air Act requirements. In contrast to standard wood burning or multi fuel stoves, DEFRA approved appliances have been developed and constructed to burn wood efficiently, ensuring that they produce very little smoke. This is achieved by ensuring that the stove has enough combustible air flow at all times. We have a variety of wood burning stoves that are DEFRA approved in both contemporary and traditional styles.
If you plan to install a DEFRA approved stove is a good investment regardless of whether you live in a smoke control area or not. A lot of the newer models we sell come with an integrated feature that stops the top air vent from closing all the way. This stops the fire from losing effectiveness and creating more smoke.
Another great benefit of DEFRA approved stoves is that they're more energy efficient which means you can save on fuel costs and keep your house warmer for longer. They also have much less emissions than older stoves and open fires, meaning they create less pollution and are more eco-friendly.
Some of our models are Eco Design certified for 2022, a fantastic feature which allows you to cut down on the amount you use of fuel, saving you more money. These stoves are designed to make use of the entire combustion source and burn fuel more efficiently, with primary, secondary and tertiary air controls to ensure that the most heat is produced from your chosen fuel.
We also have a range of DEFRA
multi Fuel Stove defra Approved Fuel Stoves. These stoves allow you to burn any solid fuel, including smokeless coal, peat or turf Briquettes. These stoves are great for those who want to utilize a stove that has various fuel options. They can also be used in Smoke Control Areas.
Clean Burning Technology
A multi fuel stove is an excellent option for homeowners who would like to have a wood burning stove but don't have a large enough space for storing logs. These stoves are able to be filled with wood or manufactured fuels, such as peat and
Multi Fuel Stove Defra Approved coal. These stoves are usually capable of combusting both of these types of fuel more effectively than traditional log burners. This is due to the design of a multi fuel stove is optimized to to burn a variety of different fuels.
Stoves designed to burn a variety of different fuels typically have an elevated grate designed to let air circulate beneath the fuel. This is due to the fact that certain fuels, like peat briquettes or turf briquettes, require a large amount of air to ignite and burn. Many multi fuel stoves have a secondary air flow which can be shut or opened depending on the kind of fuel you're using. This helps keep the fire going, by providing an additional supply air into the stove. It also helps improve the combustion efficiency.
The primary and secondary airflow systems inside the fireplace can be used to regulate the flame's height and temperature. This is essential because different fuels burn at different rates, and produce different amounts of heat. By keeping the flame's size and temperature in check, you can ensure that your stove is operating at its most efficient level while producing the highest amount of heat.
Finally, you'll have to remove ash regularly from your stove and place it in an ash bucket or ash pan. This will stop too much ash from accumulating on the grate bars of your stove and prevent your fuel from burning properly. To prevent discoloration, you should keep the stove glass clean. You can keep your stove looking new with a soft, damp scourer with a special product for cleaning your stove. It is also essential to follow the instructions of the manufacturer when cleaning and maintaining your stove in order to avoid damage or causing problems.
Low Emission Vehicles
The best
multi fuel stoves are made to be low emission which means they burn smokeless coal or a combination of both with minimal emissions. This is particularly important in a smoke control area such as London where you'll have to select a Defra approved stove and only burn authorised fuels in the Ready To Burn scheme to meet local regulations and
multi fuel stove Defra Approved help keep the air clean.
Typically a Defra approved stove will have an automatic fuel feed and an air supply control to ensure that the fire burns at its highest efficiency. This produces minimal smoke, and produces a substantial amount of heat. It is a great option for a small room where the stove can be the central feature.
If you live in a smoke-free zone, it is important that you use a Defra approved stove to ensure you adhere to the rules and avoid paying huge penalties for burning illegally. There are a myriad of Defra approved stoves available on the market, but we recommend you to look for a woodburning stove that is Eco Design 2022 compliant as this will give you more of a view of your flame and be more energy efficient too.
The AGA Ellsmere EC4 is an excellent example of an approved DEFRA Ecodesign stove that provides aesthetics and efficiency. With a compact size it is ideal for smaller rooms and features simple to use primary and secondary air controls. The stylish design will suit both traditional and contemporary settings.
Stovax Blithfield is a different option. It's a widescreen with a large square window that provides a stunning view of the flames. It comes in a variety of colors to fit your decor. The stove is Defra- and Eco Design-compliant. It comes in the Tracery or Clear Arch model. The Tracery version adds dramatic Gothic arches on the door.
Pellet stoves are a good alternative to traditional multi-fuel stoves. They make use of biomass or compressed wood to produce a high-quality flame that is highly efficient. The pellets, which are comprised of sawdust or other wood products that were removed, are an ecologically sustainable alternative. The stoves come with a hotplate as well as an oven, which means they can also be used to cook. The standard 6" (150mm) however, still compatible with a 5 1/2" (125mm) liner is a standard feature. This is a great option when it's hard to install a 6" (150mm) or if the chimney stack has a few odd bends.
Energy Efficiency
The combustion of fuel in a multifuel stove generates heat that the stove distributes to the room. This is accomplished either through radiation, where the hot surface of a multifuel stove radiates heat back into the room and/or convection, when it draws in cold air from outside, warms it up and then directs it towards the room. Modern multifuel stoves are designed to maximise the efficiency of their heat output using secondary and tertiary air sources to minimize emissions and burn fuel as efficiently as is possible.
Stovax Go Eco 5-kW widescreen multifuel Stove is a good example. It is approved by both Defra as well as Ecodesign. Its big square window gives stunning views of the flame, and the fact that it's wider than normal means that it can be inserted into an opening for a chimney that is larger. The airwash system keeps the glass clear of soot. The stove is available in a range of six finishes. It can even be equipped with a top plate, so you can cook on it also.
Multifuel stoves are also a great method to burn wood. But, you must follow the instructions on your appliance to get the most efficient results.