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Choosing a Defra Approved Or Smoke Exempt Stove

If you reside in an area with a smoke control or smoke-free, then selecting a DEFRA Approved stove or a smoke exempt stove is crucial. They do not only meet building regulations, but also allow you to burn wood or multi-fuels inside your home.

Manufacturers of stoves are constantly improving their products by adding secondary and tertiary components that reduce emissions.

Defra Approved

If you reside in an area that is smoke-controlled you'll need a stove that is defra-approved. The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has passed laws that prohibit the release of dark smoke in areas that are smoke-controlled, which includes most large towns and cities. Defra Approved stoves have gone through rigorous testing and examination to ensure that they conform to this legislation. They are designed to burn more fuel efficiently and produce considerably less pollutant emissions. This makes them a better option for both your neighbors and you as well, since the lesser amount of smoke they emit means that the nuisance levels of smoke will be reduced to a minimum. Stoves that are Defra Approved will also bear the logo and the words defra exempt or SE (smoke exempt) in their title and specification.

The majority of wood burning and multi-fuel stoves that we sell are approved by the order DEFRA stoves online. This is because we strive to source the highest quality products and we wish our customers to be capable of getting the most benefit from their stove. Defra-approved stoves are more efficient than non-approved models, which means they produce considerably less particulate matter. This reduces the amount dark smoke produced. Defra approved stoves also have a a more robust firebox, which is another way in which they can cut down on smoke emissions.

In addition to decreasing the amount of smoke produced, DEFRA approved wood burning stoves Defra approved stoves will ensure that there is a consistent supply of combustion air throughout the burning process. This prevents the stove from becoming depleted of air and causing it to smoke or release dark smoke. Many stove manufacturers are now building Defra Approved models into their range of products as they are becoming more and more well-known.

Defra approved fireplaces are a great choice for those who live in smoke zones for control. They are also a great choice for those looking to increase the efficiency, safety and elimination of pollutants into the air. They are also ideal for those who want to line their chimneys with a flexible stainless twin wall liner made of steel. Since the majority of Defra approved models have a 5" outlet, this will allow them to be fitted with a 125mm liner, rather than the standard 6" outlet, which will save money on the cost of the liner and installation.

Some homeowners may decide to slumber their stove overnight by shutting the top DEFRA stoves vent completely and letting it burn slowly, this can cause the build-up of soot and tar that could block the chimney. A stove that is approved by Defra won't allow you to shut down the top vent completely, as this could cause the fire to stop. It is also less likely that combustibles which have not been 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

You'll often see the terms Defra Approved, or Defra-Exempt, when searching for a stove that burns wood. This is usually a wood-burning stove or multi-fuel stove that has been approved to be used in a smoke-free area.

These appliances will often be able to achieve this status through strict testing and examination to ensure that they have very low emission levels. This is achieved through secondary combustion, whereby the waste products generated by the burning process are re-burned to reduce the amount pollutants released into the air. This means that DEFRA Approved stoves the ideal choice for those who live in a smoke controlled area and want to ensure that they have a stove that is legal to use.

Defra exempt stoves are usually marked with an SE logo or are branded DEFRA Stove. This means that the appliance was able to pass a test developed by the UK Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs to demonstrate that it emits minimal smoke when it is used in a proper manner. This is the reason Defra wood-burning stoves are the only stoves that are permitted to be used in Smoke Controlled Areas.

A Defra approved wood burning stove can help keep your chimney and DEFRA approved wood burning stoves flue system cleaner since they are engineered to burn wood more efficiently than other kinds of stove. This is because of an advanced combustion process that allows airflow into the firebox.

Additionally, Defra approved wood burning stoves are typically built to be energy efficient. This is accomplished through the latest technologies to ensure that the greatest amount of heat is extracted from the fuel and then transferred to your home. You will also be able enjoy lower heating costs as well as an easier, safer and a more eco-friendly home.

You'll have a broad range of options when selecting a Defra Approved Stove terms of design size, dimensions and the fuel type. Some stoves are only approved by Defra for burning wood while others are approved by Defra to burn authorized smokeless coal too. There are Defra-approved stoves in both traditional and modern styles, so you're bound to find one that is compatible with your style.

We've put together a comprehensive guide to buying an approved DEFRA stove. It includes everything you need know about this kind of appliance including how to get the most value for your money when purchasing one, what to look out for when you are shopping for stoves, and much more. The guide can be read in entirety here. Additionally, we have an excellent selection of Defra Approved stoves from some of the most reputable manufacturers in the UK. Brands like Stovax and Burley are available. If you're seeking a wood-burning or multi-fuel stove that is both Defra approved and CE certified, then take a look at the range.