Choosing a Defra Approved Or Smoke Exempt Stove

If you reside in an area with a smoke control and you want to choose a DEFRA Approved stove or a smoke exempt stove is important. They not only comply with building regulations, but they also guarantee that you are legally able to burn wood and multi fuels inside your home.

Stove manufacturers are continuously improving their products with secondary and tertiary combustion systems to reduce emissions as well as the user's carbon footprint.

Defra Approved

If you reside in an area that is controlled by smoke and requires an approved stove from the defra. This is because the UK government Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has laws in place to prevent emissions of dark smoke from chimneys in smoke-controlled areas (most large cities and towns). Defra Approved stoves have gone through rigorous tests and inspections to ensure that they conform to this legislation. They are designed to burn fuel efficiently and produce significantly less pollution. This makes them a better option for both you and your neighbours since the lesser amount of smoke they emit means that the nuisance levels of smoke will be reduced to an absolute minimum. Stoves that have been approved by Defra will also have the logo and the words SE (smoke-exempt) and the defra exemption in their titles and specifications.

The majority of wood burning and multi-fuel stoves that we sell are approved by the Defra. We strive to source the top quality products, and we are determined to ensure that our customers get the most from their stove. The stoves that are Defra-approved are more efficient than non-approved models and produce less particulate matter. This, in turn, reduces the amount of dark smoke that is produced. Defra approved stoves also have a more robust firebox, which is another way they can help cut down on smoke emissions.

In addition to lessening the amount of smoke produced, Defra approved stoves will ensure that there is a constant supply of combustion air throughout the process. This will stop the stove from being depriving of oxygen, which causes it to smoulder and release dark smoke. As they gain popularity and more stove makers are now building Defra Approved Models into their product range.

Defra approved fireplaces are a great choice for people living in smoke control zones. They are also an excellent option for those looking to increase the efficiency, safety and elimination of toxic substances into the air. They are an excellent choice for those who are considering having your chimney lined with a stainless steel twin wall liner that is flexible. Most approved models by Defra come with five" outlet, which permits them to be used combination with a 125mm lining, instead of the standard 6" liner. This can save you money on the liner and the installation.

While some people may choose to rest their stoves overnight by shutting the top vent completely and let it burn slowly, this could lead to soot and tar build-up which can block the chimney. A stove that is Defra-approved won't allow you to close the top vent completely because this could trigger the fire to cease. It is also less likely that combustibles that have not burned will be released into the air. This is safer for the air and less likely to cause your chimney to become blocked.

Exempt from Defra

If you're looking for a wood burning stove, you'll often see the term Defra Exempt or DEFRA approved high-quality stoves Approved. This usually refers to a multi-fuel or wood-burning stove that has been deemed to be utilized in a smoke-controlled area.

This is achieved by the appliances going through rigorous tests and examinations to ensure they are operating at the lowest levels of emissions. This is accomplished by using secondary combustion, in which the waste products generated by the burning process are re-burned to limit the amount of pollutants released into the air. This means that DEFRA registered stoves Approved stoves the ideal choice for those living in a smoke-free area and want to make sure they have an appliance that is safe to use.

Defra exempt stoves are usually marked with a SE logo or labeled DEFRA Stove. This means that the stove has passed a test designed by the UK government's Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (Defra) to demonstrate that it emits very little smoke when it is used in a proper manner. This is the reason Defra stoves are the only wood burning stove that you are able to legally install in Smoke Controlled areas.

A Defra approved wood-burning stove can also aid in keeping your chimney and flue system clean as they are designed to burn wood more efficiently than other kinds of stoves. This is because of a sophisticated combustion system that does not restrict airflow to the firebox and Defra stoves permits what's known as slumbering, which prevents combustibles that have been partially burned from escaping down your chimney.

As well as this, Defra approved wood burning stoves are generally built to be energy efficient. This is achieved by using the most modern technology to ensure that the greatest amount of heat is absorbed from the fuel and then transferred to your home. You will also benefit from lower heating costs as well as an easier, safer and a more eco-friendly home.

You'll find a wide range of options when choosing an approved Defra stove in terms style size, dimensions and the type of fuel. Some will only be approved by Defra for burning wood, while others will be Defra Approved to burn authorised smokeless coal, too. There are Defra-approved stoves available in both traditional and modern styles, so you're bound to find one that matches your style.

We've put together a comprehensive guide to buying a DEFRA-approved stove. It contains everything you need to know about this type appliance, such as how to get the most value for your money when you purchase one, what to look out for when looking for stoves, and more. The guide can be read in full here. We also have a wide collection of Defra Approved Stoves from some leading UK manufacturers. This includes brands like Stovax, Arada, Burley and many more. So if you're looking for a multi fuel or wood burning stove that is Defra Approved as well as CE certified then be sure to take a look at our range.