20 Fun Details About Defra Approved Back Boiler Stoves Defra Approved Back Boiler Stoves

There are a variety of factors to take into consideration when selecting the right stove. The attraction of dual-functionality is only one of many factors to consider.

Back boiler stoves approved by DEFRA are an excellent solution to these issues. They emit very little smoke because they use the absolute minimum amount combustion air.

Clean Burn Technology

A defra-approved back boiler is an excellent choice to get a clean burning stove that can heat your home and provide hot water to radiators. affordable DEFRA stoves come with an integrated steel boiler that is capable of heating the central heating system, while the fire is burning within the stove. This makes it an efficient way to make use of wood burners.

The majority of our defra-approved back boiler stoves have a pre heated, airwashing system to keep the glass doors clean of ash and soot. They also come with secondary combustion technology that operates by reburning any unburned particulates produced during the initial burn. This helps to keep the flue gas clean, which results in more efficient burning and lower cost of fuel.

Some of our stoves have been independently tested and approved as Defra SE (Smoke Exempt). The stoves do this by having an air vent on the top that prevents you from closing it completely that would shut off oxygen supply to the flame. This will cause the fire to smolder instead of burning efficiently and release more pollutants into the air.

The moisture content of the fuel could be a significant factor in the amount of smoke that comes out of the stove. We recommend burning only dried, seasoned wood with a minimum moisture content of 20 percent to ensure your stove burns as cleanly and efficiently as is possible. Most of our Defra-approved stoves come with a built-in moisture sensor, which can be adjusted to alter the rate of combustion when you use wet wood.

Some manufacturers have gone one step further to increase efficiency by adding a secondary clean burn system. This is controlled by a chrome lever at the lower part of the stove. It opens and closes an air vent that draws the air over the fire, reburning smoke that was created by the initial combustion process. This makes our Defra SE approved stoves even more efficient, which means you could save even more on your energy bills.

Easy to Clean

A back boiler that is defra certified stove will allow you to run your central heating as well as hot water from the same system. This can be done by making a loop that connects the other taps on the back-boiler (there are usually two) and your hot water tank. Then, you can use thermosyphoning in order to transfer heat into the home. This also means that your boiler will never run out of hot water, because it is supplied by the tank.

To maintain your stove at its optimum level of performance you need to clean it regularly. To begin, ensure the stove is cold. Clean the main body and doors of the stove with a clean, dry cloth. We would recommend using a microfiber towel, because they are less abrasive than cotton ones.

It is a good idea, after wiping down the interior of your stove, to clean the glass. A glass cleaner will assist in removing any stubborn stains and marks and can be purchased from a variety of hardware stores. It is recommended to use the glass cleaner sparingly because too much could cause damage to the surface of the glass.

As time passes the seals around the doors of your stove and the glass will begin to wear down. This can lead to gaps that could leak heat, so it is important to replace the seals at least once annually. Depending on the model that you pick it is possible to do this easily using stove rope that is available from the majority of hardware stores.

If you have an Eco Design 2022-compliant back boiler on an approved defra stove the combustion process will be much more efficient than with traditional wood burning stoves. Modern technology has made it possible to decrease the amount of combustibles that are released into the air. Stoves that are compliant are more environment efficient and are also less expensive to run.

Another thing to remember with a back boiler stove is that it will always be a higher in cost than a standard multifuel stove because it produces more hot water than a normal multifuel stove. However, it's an economical method to heat your home, as you can power both your central heating and hot water from the same source.

Easy to Install

Boiler stoves are able to provide both heat for the area and hot water to your central heating system, which makes them a fashionable work horse that is an effective and economical solution. Unlike other multi-fuel stoves, that require connection to an existing gas boiler wood burners with back boiler is able to connect directly to your main hot water supply and central heating source, eliminating the need for a second heating system.


Wood burning stoves with a back boiler are also a great choice for those who want to be environmentally friendly. Additionally, since they burn logs and pellets they produce less carbon dioxide than oil or gas heating systems, which makes an ideal choice for those concerned with the impact their energy usage is having on global warming.

Many people are confused about how a wood-burning stove with a back boiler functions installing one is fairly straightforward. It's important to ensure the stove is correctly installed and is connected to your heating system. This should be done by a trained heating technician. They can ensure that the stove is installed correctly and connected to the appropriate systems. They can also check that all safety devices are in place.

Defra Approved Stoves, also known as Defra exempt stoves as they are also called, have met the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs' (DEFRA) requirements for smoke emission levels. They are able to be used in Smoke Control Areas. They have been modified and tested to ensure that they create an extremely efficient combustion and can be used with wood or smokeless fuels.

DEFRA approved stoves like the Defra Exempt Dunsley Yorkshire or our best-selling Hi-Flame Aidan can provide a highly effective burn with very little harmful emissions. They have been evaluated in accordance with the new Eco-Design regulations which imposes limits on the amount of particulate matter (PM) and CO2 NOx and organic gases that a stove releases during normal operation.

Smoke Control Areas Suitable

Smoke Control Areas are in place in most UK cities and towns. Burning logs on old stoves or open fireplaces can result in a fine if smoke is deemed to be an issue. If you choose the right appliance for your home, back boilers that are Defra-approved stoves are not subject to these restrictions.

Wood burners that are not subject to Defra are built with Clean Burn technology, which ensures that fuel is burnt efficiently and produces a minimum amount of smoke. This means that you can still have a beautiful fireplace even living in a smoke controlled area however, you'll have limit the use of logs to authorised smokeless mineral fuels.

These stoves meet Defra standards because they have airtight chambers controlled by airflow. They also use triple airflow systems, which ensure that combustion byproducts are burned off before they exit the chimney. This not only helps to keep any unwanted smoke out, but also reduces soot build up which can block the flue and reduce gas efficiency.

It is important that you purchase a stove that is Defra-approved from a trusted local retailer that can ensure that the correct size stove is selected for your home to ensure maximum heating efficiency and is properly installed by a registered HETAS installer. They can also help you in choosing the most suitable chimney liner for a safe and efficient installation. They will also help you decide if your home requires any additional ventilation.

Modern DEFRA approved stoves are superior to traditional open fires or wood burning stoves. They provide a minimum 75% efficiency, which will not only lower your environmental impact but also helps you save money. Defra approved back boiler stoves can be used in smoke-controlled areas and will require a minimum 6mm stainless twin-wall chimney liner made of steel. This is less expensive than the larger 12mm chimney liners required for Ecodesign stoves.

If you're in any doubt about whether your property is located in a smoke control area, check with your local council who can give you the most current information. Most reliable stove manufacturers have a Defra-exempt category in their range to help you to determine if these appliances are in the right category.