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20 Fun Facts About Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves
Defra Exempt Multi Fuel Stoves

There is a great range of defra exempt multi fuel stoves that can be used in any home. Defra approved stoves are compliant with government regulations and are engineered to burn fuel efficiently and emit low emissions.

This is especially important especially if you reside in a smoke control area. Even if you do not, the Defra Stove is more beneficial for your chimney and for your neighbors.

Defra Approved

You may have noticed that on our website, a variety of wood-burning stoves are described as DEFRA exempted or DEFRA approved. To the average homeowner these terms may appear to be jargon that they don't need to pay attention to but that could not be further from the reality.


DEFRA is the acronym for Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and they manage regulations and policies regarding the environment, farming and food. Defra approved stoves have been tested rigorously to ensure they adhere to the government's strict rules for the emission of smoke during their operation. They are designed to burn fuels like coal and wood more efficiently. This means they emit less pollution.

It's a great thing for those who reside in Smoke Control Area because the law currently prohibits smoke emissions within these areas unless using an approved DEFRA stove and an approved fuel. In the past, it has been possible to install a non-Defra approved stove in a Smoke Control Area as long as you only used approved fuels, such as wood. In January 2022, the laws will be changed and stoves that are not approved will not be permitted to be used unless they are equipped with a secondary or secondary system that reduces their productions of particulate nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide and organic gaseous substances.

Our Defra approved ranges are also equipped with a mechanism that stops you from closing down the top air vent completely. This could lead to the fire smouldering and emitting smoke into your home. These stoves come with an adjustable air feed that allows you to open the top vent a small amount and still have an efficient, safe burning.

Another benefit of purchasing a Defra approved stove is that it comes with a 5-inch chimney liner. This is crucial because there are numerous construction regulations that require you need a chimney with at least a 5-inch diameter.

Smoke Control Areas

If you live in a smoke-free zone, you will need a Defra approved stove if you wish to legally burn wood in your home. These stoves have been inspected by DEFRA to ensure that they meet the strict standards of smoke emissions required in smoke control zones. On the Defra site, you can see a list of areas where a stove that is Defra-approved is required.

Multifuel stoves and Defra exempt stoves

A Defra approved stove, also known as a DEFRA multi wood or fuel stove has passed a rigorous test developed by the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The UK government agency responsible to protect our natural environment, promoting the food and farming industries, and ensuring a vibrant rural economic. The tests Defra Approved Stoves must pass are designed so that the appliance produces only small amounts of grit or smoke when it is operating.

Stove Supermarket stocks a number of Defra Exempt Stoves that are multi-fuel stoves. This means that you can burn smokeless, authorised wood and well-seasoned fuels. They will often be described as Defra stoves or Defra approved woodburners and they are usually abbreviated to SE.

The most modern Defra multi-fuel stoves and woodburning stoves come with secondary and tertiary ventilation systems that ensure the wood is fully burned prior to leaving the chimney. This is a cleaner process than simply putting a piece of wood on the fire for a long period of time. It can also reduce the amount of smoke that is produced.

If you live in an area that is a Smoke Control Area, or in the process of moving into one, then a Defra exempt stove is a great option for your home. It is not only more eco-friendly however, it also helps to reduce the nuisance smoke which can make your neighbors angry.

You can still use an open fire, barbecues or a pizza oven in your garden. However, excessive or toxic smoke may be considered to be a nuisance and you could be penalized. In a Smoke Control Area it is not permitted to use open fires or stoves that burn damp, rotten, or wet wood or other fuels.

Burning Other Fuels Besides Cars

Defra Approved Stoves are made to burn a variety of fuels, including wood. They burn wood so efficiently that they comply with the strict government regulations for emissions when operating in smoke control zones. They can be used in any smoke-control area, so long as they're burning approved fuels, such as pellets, briquettes, and logs. Stoves that have been authorised by Defra will be branded with a SE' symbol which means Smoke Exempt.

What is it that makes the Defra approved stove different to standard multifuel stoves is that they have air vents that pre-heat the air prior to it entering the firebox. This pre-heated air helps ensure that all the fuel is ignited and burned, resulting in a cleaner combustion process. This also prevents the accumulation of soot that can block the chimney. The stoves of Defra also come with internal baffle plates that help to regulate the flames and maintain an uniform heat distribution.

Defra could impose heavy fines on anyone who uses appliances that are not approved by Defra in areas with smoke control. If you wish to avoid being accused of being prosecuted by Defra, only make use of a DEFRA-approved cooking appliance that has been tested in accordance with government criteria.

DEFRA stoves are also referred to as Clean Burn stoves. They are compatible with all types of fuel but are ideally suited for dry soft and hard wood. The air vents aren't shut completely, which means there is always oxygen available to support clean combustion.

This technology not only complies with the current government's air quality standards but also the upcoming Ecodesign requirements that will go into effect in 2022. 5kw defra multifuel stove -burning stoves and multifuel stoves will be branded with the SIA Ecodesign Ready label, that confirms they comply with the new emission standards that are more stringent. These new standards are being implemented as part of the ongoing efforts by the government to keep the country's air clean and healthy.

Installation

If you reside in a Smoke Control Zone, a Defra-exempt multi fuel stove can assist you in complying with regulations. These wood-burning and multi fuel appliances have been tested independently in order to ensure they meet the strict smoke emission standards that are required in a smoke control zone. These stoves can burn wood, or other fuels like coal without concern about the amount of smoke they generate.

Stoves that are DEFRA approved can reduce smoke levels by using advanced technology for combustion that produces less smokiness. They typically employ a second phase of combustion that re-burns a portion of the waste products from the initial stage, making them even more efficient and cleaner. These stoves reduce not only the amount of emissions but also the amount of soot that gets into the chimney and flue.

If you live in a region that is smoke-free, this is a great thing to know. You can enjoy a real fireplace more often and longer. In addition, you'll save money on your utility bills. These wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are great for the environment as they produce less pollution. They can also be used to burn more fuel than other stoves.

A simple kit supplied by the manufacturer can make many stoves DEFRA-exempt. This kit changes the vents for air on the stove so that they do not close at night. This is referred to as slumbering. It allows part-burned combustibles to be released into the atmosphere rather than going up the chimney where they could block the flue. DEFRA approved stoves do not slumber and are more sustainable for the environment. They also prevent chimneys from being blocked less often.

It is recommended that you have a HETAS registered installer or Building Control officer install your DEFRA approved appliance to get the best out of it. This will give you peace of mind that the installation was done to the proper specifications and is in compliance with the latest regulations. It will also protect your warranty, as the installer can self-certify their own work.