What Is Defra Approved Stoves List And How To Utilize It What Are Defra Approved Stoves?

These stoves, referred to as Defra Exempt Stoves or Smoke Control Approved Stoves are designed to burn fuels that are smokeless and approved by Defra such as Anthracite Ovals. They are not suited for use with wood.

To be exempt from Defra, a stove's air controls and flue draught have to pass tests in the laboratory. These tests differ from the real-world conditions.


Clean Burn Technology

A DEFRA-approved stove is a wood-burning or multifuel stove that has passed a rigorous test designed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test makes sure that the stove can burn approved smokeless fuels, like logs or briquettes in smoke Controlled Areas. This kind of stove will not just be better for the environment but it will also benefit your neighbors as it reduces nuisance fumes.

These DEFRA stoves are equipped with an exclusive combustion system that allows them to sleep or slumber longer than other stoves. They can burn non-smokeless fuels that are approved in a safe and efficient way while maintaining the required heat output for your home. This is accomplished by limiting the oxygen supply to the firebox. The fuel will burn at a lower level until it has been completely consumed.

Defra stoves are usually referred to as smoke exempt or SE stoves. They come with a label or badge with the DEFRA logo on it. You may find them labeled as 'Ecodesign compliant 2022' to indicate they will meet the new Ecodesign emission limits when they go into effect next year.

When it comes to buying a DEFRA stove there are a variety of factors that you will need to consider. Included in this are the model of stove, the fuel types that can be burned, and the amount of heat it's capable of producing. There are additional features you may want to consider like a simple remote control system or an air wash system.

There are many styles of DEFRA woodburning stoves and multi-fuel stoves available. If you're looking for a stove that will be installed in an existing fireplace, or inglenook there are a variety of traditional stoves to choose from, whereas there are also modern and contemporary models that would look great without mantles or surrounds. It is also important to be aware of the fuel you want to use as there are DEFRA exempt wood burners and several specifically Defra approved stoves that only allow for the usage of smokeless fuels that are approved by the government.

Suitable for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many cities and towns in the UK are classified as Smoke Control Areas, so if you reside in one of them, you'll need a DEFRA exempt wood burner or multi-fuel stove. They are designed to be in compliance with the Clean Air Act regulations and have been tested to ensure they burn in a smokeless manner.

A DEFRA approved stove is designed using Clean Burn Technology, which is the reason they are smoke-free. This is achieved by forcing a continuous supply of oxygen into the combustion chamber until the fuel has been consumed. This means that the fire will not be shut off like the traditional stove. It will continue to burn at a low level until all the fuel has been consumed and the exhaust gases have been exhausted.

This allows you to legally use the stove in a Smoke Control Area using 'authorized fuels', which are manufactured smokeless fuels and wood (anthracite, smokeless briquettes and firelogs). This is in contrast to non-Defra stoves that can only be used within a Smoke control Area if they are fitted with a specific smoke control kit.

It is possible to install the Smoke Control Kit on a wood burning stove that isn't exempt from DEFRA However, this is not recommended. You could expose your family to risk of exposure to 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 large fines.

Stovax offers a variety of wood burning and multi-fuel stoves, fires and fireplaces that are all DEFRA exempt and can be used in smoke-free areas. Our dealers are eager to assist you in finding the ideal DEFRA approved stove for your home, just put in your postcode here to find the nearest dealer.

It is essential to remember that all new stoves should be installed by an HETAS registered installer to guarantee they are installed safely and meet the requirements of current building regulations. A stove that is DEFRA approved and is suitable for use in a Smoke Control Area helps to reduce the emissions that are generated, which has resulted in reducing the levels of sulphur dioxide in the air. Ecodesign regulation across the EU will be in place by 2022 and will set the minimum efficiency and emission limits.

DEFRA stoves installation

When choosing a stove with smokeless fuels, there are a lot of things to take into account. To begin with, the stove needs to be DEFRA approved to be used in a smoke-free area. The appliance has been subjected to rigorous tests to reduce the emissions of particulate matter. There are also stoves that make use of smokeless fuels that burn cleaner than traditional coal. This makes them better for the environment and your neighbors!

Smokeless fuels are usually anthracite based and come in the form of briquettes. They are designed to be greener than traditional coal, and also last up to 40 percent longer. Additionally smokeless fuels generate more heat than traditional coal, and they don't release more carbon dioxide.

They are more expensive, yet they have many advantages for you and your family. They are easier to light and they will not create more ash or soot. This means that the stove's grill and the glass screen won't need cleaning as often. They create dancing flames and release less smoke.

It is important to remember that if reside in a smoke control zone you can only burn fuels that are approved in your stove. If you decide to burn unauthorised fuels, you could be in violation of the law and could be subject to an expensive fine. If you use a woodburner that is not DEFRA-approved, you may create smoke that will make your neighbors angry.

This is why it's essential to purchase a DEFRA exempt stove that will allow you to burn smokeless fuels inside your home. All stoves in this category have been tested thoroughly to ensure they're in compliance with DEFRA regulations, and do not emit harmful smoke. This is achieved by making sure that the stoves are equipped with the most recent combustion technology to make sure that part-burned combustibles are not released into air.

The Right to Rent

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

Defra Approved Stoves are known in the industry as many different names including Defra Exempt Stoves, SE Stoves, Smoke Exempt stoves, Smoke Control Area Approved stoves and Cleanburn Stoves. All of these terms are referring to the same type stove that has been proven to be in compliance with strict UK legislation which limits smoking for a certain amount of time.

A Defra Approved stove can only be used to burn dry wood and approved smokeless fuels, such as anthracite oval or blue flame anthracite. If you attempt to burn any other than approved smokeless fuels it will release smoke that can cause respiratory issues for people with asthma. It is the responsibility of the installer and the consumer to ensure that the appliance is appropriate for their home by using the Defra calculator, ensuring all chimney parts are correct, ensuring minimum distances to combustibles have been adhered to and the hearth size is appropriate for the stove being installed.

Stoves that have been installed incorrectly may cause damage, leakage and invalidate the warranty. The installation must be completed by a qualified HETAS engineer to ensure that the stove is safe for use and is correctly installed. Consumable items such as glass doors, glass ropes, door seals, paint finishes, internal lining plates or baffles and firebricks are not covered by the warranty. These parts are considered to be replacement and are readily available if required. Damage to the stove caused by salt air or high moisture environments is not covered under the warranty.

A DEFRA stove will not only bring warmth to your home, but also provide peace of mind knowing you're helping to protect the environment. You can be sure that the DEFRA-approved wood burning stove or multi-fuel stove will last many years.