What Are Defra Approved Stoves?
Also referred to as Defra Exempt Stoves and Smoke Control Approved Stoves, these stoves are designed to burn Defra approved smokeless fuels such as Anthracite ovals. They are not suited for use with wood.
To be considered Defra exempt a stove must meet laboratory testing requirements for flue draught control and air controls. These tests are a little different from actual conditions.
Clean Burn Technology
A DEFRA-approved stove is a multifuel or wood-burning stove that has passed a rigorous examination designed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test ensures that the stove is able to use approved smokeless fuels, such as briquettes and logs in Smoke Controlled Areas. This type of stove is not only more eco-friendly, but it is also better for your neighbors since it will lessen the nuisance smoke.
These DEFRA stoves are equipped with a specialized combustion technology that enables 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. They do this by limiting the flow of oxygen into the firebox, causing the fuel to burn at a lower amount until it's completely eliminated.
Defra stoves are typically referred to as SE stoves or smoke-free stoves. They will also have the label or badge bearing the DEFRA logo on it. You might even see them labeled as ecodesign 2022 compliant to indicate that they will meet the new Ecodesign emissions limits when they come into force next year.
There are many factors to take into account when buying a DEFRA. Included in this are the kind of stove, the types of fuel that can be burned and the amount of heat it is capable of producing. It is also possible to think about other features, such as a remote control system that is easy to use or an air-wash system.
When choosing when choosing a DEFRA woodburning or multi-fuel stove, it's important to consider the style of decor you want to incorporate into your home since there is various styles to choose from. If you are 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 a surround or mantle. You will also have to decide on the fuel you would like to use. There are DEFRA approved stoves and wood burners which are exempt from regulations.
Ideal 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 require an DEFRA exempt wood burner or multi-fuel stove. These are designed to comply with the Clean Air Act regulations and have been tested to ensure they burn in a smoke-free manner.
The main feature of the most important feature of a DEFRA approved stove is that they are engineered with Clean Burn technology, which is the reason they can be smoke-free. This is accomplished by directing a continuous flow of oxygen to the combustion chamber until the fuel is consumed. This means that the fire cannot be shut off like the traditional stove. It will continue to burn low until all the fuel has been consumed and all exhaust gases have been exhausted.
This allows you to legally use the stove in a Smoke Control Area with 'authorized fuels', which include 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 when they are equipped with a specific smoke control kit.
While it is possible to put in a non-DEFRA exempt wood stove equipped with the proper Smoke Control Kit, this is not recommended as you could be putting your family members at risk of breathing in toxic gasses and toxins that could cause lung damage. The use of a non DEFRA exempt wood burning stove in a Smoke Control Area may result in heavy fines.
Stovax provides a variety of wood-burning multi-fuel, fireplaces and stoves that are all DEFRA-exempt and may be used within smoke controlled areas. Enter your postcode to find the closest dealer. Our dealers are more than willing to assist you in finding the perfect DEFRA-approved stove for your home.
It is crucial to remember that all new stoves should be installed by an HETAS certified installer to ensure they are installed safely and comply with the requirements of current building regulations. Stoves that are DEFRA approved and can be used in a Smoke Control Area helps to reduce your carbon emissions, which has assisted in reducing the levels of sulphur dioxide in the air. From 2022, the EU-wide Ecodesign regulation will set minimum efficiency OGV, NOX and NOX ceilings and emission limits that appear to be more strict than those currently required for Defra Exempt stoves.
Smokeless Fuels
There are many things to consider when choosing the right stove for you that utilizes smokeless fuels. 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 in order to reduce the emissions of particulate matter. There are also DEFRA list stoves that make use of smokeless fuels, which burn cleaner than traditional coal. This makes them better for the environment as well as your neighbours!
Smokeless fuels are generally anthracite-based and are available in the form of brquettes. They are more eco-friendly and last 40% better than traditional coal. Smokeless fuels also generate more heat and emit less carbon dioxide than traditional coal.
They cost more than traditional coal, however they have a lot of advantages for you and your family. They are easier to light and they will not produce as much ash or soot. The glass screen and stove grate will need to be cleaned less frequently. They also produce a more lively flame and don't give off the same amount of smoke that is a nuisance.
It is important to remember that if your home is located in a zone of smoke control, you can only make use of approved fuels or wood to heat your stove. You could be fined if you burn fuels that are not approved. If you are using a woodburner that is not DEFRA-approved, you may produce smoke that could make your neighbors angry.
This is why it's important to purchase an DEFRA exempt stove that will allow you to use smokeless fuels inside your home. All stoves in this group have been rigorously tested to ensure that they are in compliance with DEFRA regulations and do not emit nuisance smoke. This is achieved by ensuring that the stoves have the most recent combustion technology to stop part-burned combustibles from being released into air.
Warranty
DEFRA stoves are wood burning or multi fuel stoves that are certified to be used in Smoke Control Areas. They have been tested rigorously to ensure they offer high-quality and efficient burning, with low emissions, and optimal performance. They are also available in a variety of styles to match your style and home.
Defra Approved Stoves are referred to in the marketplace under many different names including Defra Exempt Stoves, SE Stoves, Smoke Exempt stoves, Smoke Control Area Approved stoves as well as Cleanburn Stoves. They are all referring to the same stove that has been tested and proved to be able of meeting strict UK regulations that limit smoking to a predetermined period of time.
The stove can only be used with approved smokeless fuels like blue flame or anthracite. The attempt to burn anything else could result in nuisance smoke which could cause health issues for people with asthma or other breathing problems. It is the obligation of the installer and the purchaser to verify that the appliance is suitable for their particular property using the Defra calculator, ensuring that all chimney components are in good working order, ensuring minimum distances to combustibles are adhered to and the hearth's size is suitable for the stove that is being installed.
Stoves installed incorrectly may cause damage, leakage, and may void the warranty. Installation should be performed by a HETAS-certified engineer to ensure that the stove is safe and correctly installed. The warranty does not cover consumables such as glass, glass rope seals on doors and windows, paint finishes, internal lining plates, firebricks and baffles. These parts are deemed to be replacement and are readily available when needed. The warranty does not cover any damage caused by high humidity or salt air.
A DEFRA stove will not only bring warmth to your home but also provide peace of mind knowing that you're helping safeguard the environment. If you choose a DEFRA approved wood burning or multi fuel stove you are assured that you will be able to enjoy your stove for years to come.