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Choosing a Defra Approved Woodburner Defra-approved stoves are becoming increasingly popular. You will not have to pay a huge fine if you live in a smoke-control zone. They also offer other advantages. The majority of Defra approved woodburners will come with an air control on the top that stops you closing it completely down, which will cut off the oxygen supply to the fire. This stops the fuel from burning and producing smoke. What is an DEFRA Approved Stove? When buying a woodburning or multi fuel stove it is important to choose one that is DEFRA approved, which means that it has passed the stringent tests designed by the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). These tests are designed to ensure that the appliance is in compliance with the law regarding smoke emissions. DEFRA approved stoves have been found to emit far less smoke than other multifuel or woodburning stoves. This is why they can be employed in Smoke Control Areas. recommended DEFRA stoves approved Stove is also known as a “Smoke Exempt” Stove. In a lot of cases the models are marked with a 'SE', which signifies Smoke Exempt. This means that the stove passed a test designed by DEFRA, the UK government. The test measures the emission levels and the amount of smoke that is produced in normal operation. Defra Exempt stoves are able to be used within a Smoke Control Area and are often fitted to a 5 inch chimney liner to allow the burning of wood (provided that the manufacturer doesn't insist on a bigger diameter) when this is in compliance with Building Regulations. The choice of the Defra approved stove is an excellent option even if you're not in a Smoke Control Area since they tend to be more environmentally and friendly to neighbours. They've been proven to produce fewer emissions which can lead to nuisance smoke in the air. Additionally, your chimney and flue system will remain cleaner for longer as they can only be used with dry wood that has not been cut or split recently. Bowland Stoves offers a range of Defra-approved stoves available in a number of designs. They are ideal for those who want to heat their homes in an environmentally green way. We also carry models that are dual-fuel which means you can use stoves to heat your home and produce domestic hot water at the same time. If you reside in a city or town classified as a smoke-control zone and you live in a smoke control area, you should make use of a Defra-approved stove or a smoke-free stove to comply with the laws and avoid heavy penalties. These stoves are modified to meet the ultra-low emission standards set by the UK government. They usually include a second phase of combustion that ensures that waste products in the form of gas are re-burned to improve efficiency. Stoves that are Defra-approved are Eco-friendly If you choose a DEFRA-approved wood burning stove, you are selecting an environmentally friendly and efficient source of heat. This is because the second stage of combustion re-burns flue gases leading to a reduction in emissions. DEFRA approved stoves are also cost-effective because they burn fuel more efficiently, which reduces the cost of energy in the long run. They are also available in different styles that can be adapted to any home aesthetic from modern to traditional. Defra approved stoves are also an excellent option for those living in Smoke Control Areas of the UK. These are typically big cities and towns where smoke emissions are a concern. You can use wood and other fuels not allowed in your home and not risk penalties if you own a DEFRA-approved stove. The most stoves that are approved by DEFRA also come with a variety of eco-friendly features to further reduce their impact on the environment. Many of our stoves for example they are SIA Ecodesign-compliant and come with a sophisticated cleanburn system that increases combustion efficiency while decreasing emissions. The stoves also come with an airwash system that keeps the glass clear so that you can enjoy your fire. They are multi-fuel, so you can utilize a variety fuels. A DEFRA approved stove also has the minimum amount oxygen needed for the wood to burn. This means that the wood will not burn out or emit excessive smoke, which is important in a Smoke Control Area as this can result in fines. In addition to the advantages of using a wood-burning stove within a Smoke Control Area, DEFRA approved stoves are better for the environment and most importantly, for your health. This is because part of the air pollution resulting from solid fuels, like wood, is ultra-fine particulate matter (PM2.5) which can get into the lungs. It can cause a variety of harmful consequences, such as asthma symptoms and the feeling of being sick. Stoves that are Defra approved are friendly to neighbours. A DEFRA approved stove is a must if you reside in a smoke-free area since it permits you to burn wood and a range of other authorised smokeless fuels. They can pass strict emissions tests that restrict the amount of smoke they emit in normal operation. If you use an non-approved stove in a smoke-controlled space, you may be breaking the law. You could also be facing an enormous fine. A Defra approved stove is much more environmentally and neighbour friendly. They don't emit a lot of smoke and if properly maintained, they will run efficiently for a long time, meaning that your chimney and flue system will stay cleaner for longer. Manufacturers are always improving their clean-burning technology and new stoves come with a variety of new features that make them more environmentally friendly. This includes advanced secondary and secondary combustion systems that work to ensure that all the combustible gases are fully consumed. This leads to a more effective burn which reduces emissions as well as waste. A DEFRA-approved stove will also have a high rate of combustion which means less fuel is wasted and more is utilized. This makes them far more efficient than older stoves, and results in cost savings for the homeowner. Defra approved stoves are also more sustainable than traditional open fires or log burners. They emit much less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels, which can contribute to the UK's climate-change goals. By burning DEFRA-approved cooking stoves, homeowners can reduce their carbon dioxide emissions up to 5 percent. A DEFRA approved appliance will typically achieve extremely low emissions levels, which are even lower than the Ecodesign requirements. In 2022 new stoves will need to be in compliance with the Ecodesign regulations, which establish minimum efficiency levels, and introduce NOX and OGV ceilings (not currently in place) and emissions limitations for all woodburning appliances, which will be stricter than the DEFRA Exempt ceiling currently applies. Defra Approved Stoves Are Smoke-Free If you reside in a Smoke Controlled area or plan to move into one, you must to make sure that your new wood burner is Defra exempt. The law prohibits the release of smoke from a wood stove, unless it is burning a certified fuel. The use of a fuel that is not approved in a Smoke Controlled area can result in fines up to PS1000. A Defra exempt stove is a wood burning multi-fuel stove that has been tested and cleared the Defra (Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) regulations. Defra, the UK government department responsible for all policies and regulations relating to food, rural issues and the environment. The stove manufacturers produce models that are approved by DEFRA and non-DEFRA. The difference is that a DEFRA approved stove has been modified to prevent the air vents from closing down. This stops the stove from'slumbering', which is where stoves reopen their air vents at night, allowing the fuel to continue to burn slowly. This reopening of the air vents causes the combustibles that have been burned to be released back into the room as black smoke. Many people are confused about whether a non DEFRA approved stove can be installed in a space that is smoke controlled. Yes however, you are only able to legally use it to burn the list of Defra approved smokeless fuels that is highlighted on the official website here. The list doesn't include wood, so if you plan to burn wood on your new stove, you will require a DEFRA-approved cooking device. A DEFRA exempted stove can be more efficient than stoves that aren't DEFRA approved. This is because DEFRA approved stoves are designed to burn a higher proportion of the fuel they are fed. This will enable you to extract more heat from your logs as well as other types of wood. Even though a DEFRA-approved stove is superior to non-DEFRA models in terms of efficiency, it still needs to be maintained properly to ensure that it continues to work effectively. This includes cleaning the flue, firebox and checking that the chimney is free of obstructions.