What Are Defra Approved Stoves?
Also known as Defra Exempt Stoves and Smoke Control Approved Stoves These stoves are usually designed to burn Defra approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite ovals. They are not suitable for use with wood.
To be considered Defra exempt, a stove has to meet laboratory testing requirements for air controls and flue draught. These tests differ from real world conditions.
Clean Burn Technology
A DEFRA-approved stove is a wood-burning or multifuel stove that has passed a rigorous test designed by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This test ensures the stove is able to burn approved non-smokeless fuels like logs or briquettes in smoke Controlled Areas. This type of stove will not only be better for the environment but it will also benefit your neighbors as it reduces nuisance fumes.
These DEFRA stoves come with special combustion technology that allows them to sleep longer or rest longer than other stoves. They will burn any non-smokeless fuels that are approved in a clean and efficient manner, while preserving the required heat output for your home. They do this by limiting the oxygen supply to the firebox, forcing the fuel to burn at a lower level until it is completely exhausted.
Defra stoves are typically described as SE stoves or smoke-free stoves. They also will have a label or badge with the DEFRA logo on it. You might see them marked as Ecodesign compliant 2022 to indicate they will be compliant with the new Ecodesign emission limits when they become effective next year.
There are many factors to consider when buying a DEFRA. This includes the design of the stove, the kinds of fuel you can burn and the amount of heat it is able to generate. There are other features that you might wish to think about, such as a simple remote control system or an air wash system.
When choosing a DEFRA woodburning or multi-fuel stove, it's important to think about the style of decor that you would like to have in your home, as there are a range of styles available. There are numerous traditional models available for those who want to incorporate the stove inside an existing fireplace or inglenook. There are also modern and contemporary options that look great without a surround or mantle. It is also important to think about the fuel you'd like to use since there are DEFRA exempt wood burners as well as a number of dedicated Defra approved stoves that only allow the use of authorised smokeless fuels.
Ideal for Smoke Controlled Areas
Smoke Control Areas are defined in most UK cities and towns. If you reside in one of these areas you'll need a DEFRA-exempt stove or multifuel stove. They are designed to comply with the Clean Air Act regulations and have been tested to ensure that they burn in a smokeless way.
The key characteristic of the 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 all the fuel is consumed. This means that the fire can't be shut off like a conventional stove. It will continue to burn low until all the fuel is consumed and the exhaust gases have been exhausted.
This ensures that you can 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 differs from non-Defra approved stoves which are only allowed to be used in a Smoke Control Area if they have been equipped with a specific Smoke Control Kit.
It is possible to fit the Smoke Control Kit on a wood burning stove that isn't exempt from DEFRA, but this is not recommended. You could put your family at risk from inhaling toxic gases 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 massive fines.
Stovax offers a wide range of wood burning multi-fuel and fireplaces that are all DEFRA-exempt and may be used in smoke-controlled areas. Our dealers are more than willing to assist you in choosing the best DEFRA approved stove for your home, simply enter your postcode here to find your closest dealer.
It is important to keep in mind that all new stoves must be installed by registered HETAS installers to ensure they're fitted safely and comply with current building regulations. A stove that is DEFRA approved and is able to 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. Ecodesign regulation across the EU will be in effect in 2022. It will establish emissions limits and minimum efficiencies.
Smokeless Fuels
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing the right stove for you that utilizes smokeless fuels. The stove has to be DEFRA-approved to be used in areas with smoke control. This means that the appliance has passed rigorous tests to make sure that emissions from particulates are minimized. In addition there are a variety of stoves that use specially-designed smokeless fuels that burn more cleanly than traditional coal. This is healthier for the environment as well as your neighbours.
Briquettes are typically made from anthracite and are smokeless fuels. They are greener and last up to 40% longer than traditional coal. Smokeless fuels also generate more heat and release less carbon dioxide than traditional coal.
They are more expensive than traditional coal, however they come with a number of advantages for you and your family. They are easier to light and will not produce as much soot or ash. The glass screen and the stove grate will have to be cleaned less often. They also create a more dancing flame, and they don't emit the same amount of smoke that is a nuisance.
It is essential to remember that if live in a smoke control zone you can only burn authorised fuels and wood in your stove. If you choose to burn unauthorised fuels, you could be in violation of the law and may be liable to an enormous fine. If you decide to use a wood burner that is not DEFRA approved, you could create smoke that could upset your neighbours.
love it is therefore essential to buy a DEFRA-exempt stove to allow you to burn smokeless substances in your home. All stoves in this category have been rigorously tested to ensure they're in compliance with DEFRA regulations and do not emit harmful smoke. This is accomplished by making sure that they are equipped with the most recent technology for combustion that prevents part-burned combustibles from being released into the air.
The Right to Rent
DEFRA stoves can be multi-fuel or wood burning stoves that are approved to be used in Smoke Control Areas. They have been subjected to rigorous testing to ensure they offer clean and efficient burning, low emissions and the best performance. They are also available in a variety of styles to suit your style and home.
Defra approved stoves are called SE Stoves in the market, Smoke Exempt Stoves or Smoke Control Stoves that are approved for use in the Area. These terms all refer to the same stove that has been tested to meet strict UK laws that limit the use of smoking for a certain amount of time.
The stove can only be used with approved smokeless fuels, such as blue flame or anthracite. If you try to burn anything other than approved smokeless fuels, it will produce nuisance smoke that can cause respiratory problems for those with asthma. It is the responsibility of the installer and the purchaser to verify that the appliance is suitable for their home by using the Defra calculator, making sure all chimney parts are correct and that the minimum distances to combustibles are adhered to and that the size of the hearth is suitable for the stove that is being installed.
Stoves that have been installed incorrectly can cause damage, leakage and invalidate the warranty. Installation must be carried out by a HETAS-certified engineer in order 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, interior lining plates, firebricks and baffles. They are considered to be parts that can be replaced by the customer and are available from us should you require them. The warranty does not cover any damage caused by high humidity or salt air.
The purchase of a DEFRA stove is an investment into your home, not only for the warmth it provides you with but also for the peace of mind that you are doing all you can to help to protect the environment and your neighbours too. You can be assured that a DEFRA-approved wood-burning or multi-fuel stove will last many years.