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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?

If you reside in a zone of smoke control then it is crucial to purchase a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt stove (or SE) permits you to legally burn wood in a smoke controlled area.

The stoves are independently tested for the lowest emission possible. Stoves that are certified as such typically carry the logo 'Defra-approved' in their names or specifications.

Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many people believe that living in a smoke-free zone means that they aren't able to make use of a fireplace that burns wood. This is not true. The majority of towns and cities are within a smoke control zone however, that doesn't mean that they can't use a wood burning stove. It's simply that they have to burn approved fuels in their stove (usually Briquettes). The stove that is luxury DEFRA stoves (https://links.gtanet.com.br/tressabatema)-approved is a wood-burning stove that has been thoroughly tested to make sure that it meets certain standards in terms of the emissions it generates when burning authorised fuels. This means it can be legally used in smoke-control zones.

The defra exempt stoves Logo is widely used in the industry, and many stoves feature the SE after their names to indicate they are smoke-free. In order for a stove to be SE approved, it must satisfy strict criteria with regards to emissions and emissions, so you can be assured that if you choose a defra exempt stove you will receive the cleanest and best burning wood stove on the market.

If you are looking for a wood-burning stove which is DEFRA approved eco design stoves-exempt or has SE after its title, you will find that the manufacturer may have taken steps to ensure that there are sufficient air intakes in the front of stove to allow full combustion of the fuel, and that the size of the chimney outlet is sufficient to avoid soot accumulation. This is important because it will ensure that the smoke from the stove does not escape through the chimney and enter your home.

A stove that is Defra-approved permits you to use a 5" liner that is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require a 6" liner.

Stovax is proud to offer a range of Defra-approved fireplaces and stoves and Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed keeping future air quality standards at heart. Many of our stoves that are Defra-approved can also be used combination with a smoke control system for properties located in Smoke Control Areas. They can be used to burn a variety of non-smokeless fuels, such as fire logs.

Approved for Smokeless Fuels

The only stove that can be put in within a smoke-control zone is a DEFRA approved wood burner, also known by the designation DEFRA exempt. This stove must be used for solid fuel, which means wood, which is best seasoned. The government tests these stoves to ensure that they don't emit excessive smoke and are only suitable for use with approved fuels.

The difference between a DEFRA-approved stove and one that is not approved is usually quite small. Many modern stoves can easily be converted to DEFRA compliant with a kit that is supplied by the manufacturer and then fitted in just a few minutes. This is because Defra approved appliances must pass very strict tests and are limited in the amount of smoke they are able to produce.

To ensure that the restrictions are maintained, the stove must be able limit its combustion air to ensure that it doesn't deprive itself of oxygen, which could cause it to smolder. This is done through a mechanism within the stove that allows the air into the firebox during the process of combustion, which is usually hidden within the stove, and under the base of the firebox.

Stove World UK has a vast selection of DEFRA approved stoves, from some of the best manufacturers in the country including Stovax Arada and Burley. They are available in a huge variety of styles and colors. You can also select from an impressive variety of Ecodesign ready stoves that are designed to meet future air quality requirements.

Smoke Control Areas are usually located around large cities and towns and you can check the website of your local authority to see if your area is classed as such. If you live in a smoke controlled area it is very important that you buy a DEFRA approved stove for your home, to avoid being fined by your local authority. This is because if you burn unauthorised fuel on a non-approved stove, for example coal or any other solid fuels and you are fined up to PS300.

Approved for wood

A DEFRA approved wood stove, also called a smoke exempt stove, is a device that can be utilized in a Smoke Control Area when burning wood. The stove will be stamped with the Defra approved logo or bear 'SE' after its name meaning it is able to be used in smoke-controlled areas when burning approved fuels only, in this case wood.

Many older wood stoves emit large quantities of particulate matter, which can cause or worsen asthma attacks, respiratory issues and heart issues. This is why it is important to purchase new wood stoves that is compliant with the strict emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Look for a "EPA 2020 Certified" label, which indicates that the stove has met the emission limits that are now in place.

If you purchase a stove that is not EPA-certified, and you reside in a smoking zone, you'll need to renew the certification before you can use the stove. It is time-consuming and expensive, but the law requires it. In addition homeowners who sell a house that has a wood stove that is not certified could be liable for clean air tax credits and fines.

Most modern stoves can be modified to be Defra approved by an adjustment kit or a kit that the installer offers. The primary difference between DEFRA approved stoves and ones that aren't is the combustion air control system that controls the amount of air that flows through the stove when it is operating normally. Modifications are typically done to the base or side of the firebox that is underneath the stove.

Some manufacturers produce two types of wood stove: one that is Defra-approved and the other that isn't. This is because the process of putting a stove through the strict Defra tests is expensive in order to recover some of this expense they'll sell the non-approved model at a lower price. The DEFRA approved version will have been subjected to the modification of combustion air performed as part of the testing process.

Approved for Gas

Prior to the Clean Air Acts, residential homes could burn any fuel they wanted to, leading to large amounts of smoke emissions. This could cause health problems. To combat this, Defra established Smoke Control Areas. This meant that homes could not emit smoke except if their wood burners and multifuel stoves were Defra-approved to allow burning only authorised materials such as manufactured smokeless coke and anthracite.

Defra approved stoves, also referred to as SE (Smoke Exempt) Stoves, have gone through rigorous testing to demonstrate that they can cleanly burn authorized fuels within a Smoke Control Area. They do this by using the most advanced combustion technology that constantly delivers a minimum level of secondary air to the firebox so that even when the stove is used with authorised fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals it can still comply with Defra's rules for Smoke Control Areas.

If you're in the market for a brand new wood-burning stove and are in Smoke Control Area then we recommend to look into the selection of Defra approved stoves that can be found at The Stove Yard. We have an extensive range of traditional, contemporary and inset Defra approved stoves from the most reputable manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA.

The good thing is that there is no distinction in appearance between a Defra-approved woodburning stove and a non-approved model. However the stoves that are approved by Defra come with a few extra features that are designed to ensure they burn more efficiently. They will usually have an aesthetically different grate and air vents, and on gas versions they may have a slightly larger flue outlet.

A Defra Approved Stove will almost always have a 5" flue outlet (125mm). This means that you can choose a smaller stainless steel twin wall flexible liner that is less expensive than a 6" (150mm). This is beneficial when putting a Defra-approved wood burning stove into an old or nonstandard chimney stack. It will save you money re-lining a larger diameter chimney liner.