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Choosing a Defra Approved Woodburner Defra-approved stoves are becoming more popular. You will not have to pay a huge penalty if you live in a smoke-control zone. They also have additional benefits. Most Defra approved woodburner will have an altered top air control that stops you closing it completely down, which would shut off the oxygen supply to the fire. This prevents the fuel from burning and producing smoke. What is a DEFRA approved stove? When you are buying a woodburning or multi-fuel stove, it is essential to choose one that is DEFRA approved, which means it has passed rigorous tests developed by the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). These tests are designed in order to ensure that the appliance is compliant with the laws governing smoke emissions. DEFRA approved stoves emit less smoke than woodburning stoves and multifuel stoves, which is why they are permitted to be utilized in Smoke Control Areas. A Defra approved stove is also known as a Smoke Exempt Stove. In many instances, these models are marked with the letter 'SE', which stands for Smoke Exempt. This means that the stove has passed a test that was developed by the UK government's DEFRA and this test measures emission levels and the amount of smoke that is produced during normal operation. Exempt stoves from DEFRA are permitted to be employed in a Smoke Control Area, and they can be fitted with the chimney lining of 5 inches for wood burning (provided the manufacturer doesn't require larger diameter) provided that this is in compliance with Building Regulations. Even if you don't live in a Smoke-Control Area, choosing a Defra-approved stove is a great option. They are more eco sustainable and also more friendly to neighbors. They have been shown to produce fewer emissions which could cause nuisance smoke in the air and your chimney and flue system will be cleaner for longer because they are only compatible with dry wood that has not been cut or split recently. Bowland Stoves offers a range of Defra-approved stoves available in a variety of designs. They are ideal for those who want to heat their homes in an eco sustainable manner. We also carry models that are dual-fuel, meaning you can make use of them to warm your home and generate domestic hot water all at once. If you reside in a town or a city classified as a smoke control zone in which case you will need to make use of a Defra-approved stove or a smoke exempt stove to comply with laws and avoid heavy penalties. These stoves have been modified to meet the ultra low emissions standards laid out by the UK government. They will typically have a second stage of combustion that ensures that waste products in form of gasses are re burnt for even more efficiency. Defra Approved Stoves Are Eco-friendly When you choose a DEFRA approved wood-burning stove, you are choosing a heat source that is not only environmentally responsible but also extremely efficient. This is because the second phase combustion re-burns flue gases leading to a reduction in emissions. DEFRA approved stoves also lower energy costs because they burn fuel more effectively. They are also available in a variety of styles to fit every style of home, from traditional to contemporary. Smoke Control Areas in the UK are another great place to purchase Defra-approved stoves. These areas are typically cities and towns that are large enough that smoke emissions can be a problem. You can burn wood and other fuels that aren't permitted in your home and not risk fines if you use a DEFRA-approved stove. The best stoves that are DEFRA-approved come with a variety of eco-friendly features that further reduce their environmental impact. For instance, a lot of our stoves are SIA Ecodesign-compliant and feature a cutting-edge cleanburn technology that maximises combustion efficiency and reduces emissions. The stoves also come with an airwash system that keeps the glass clear so that you can enjoy your fire. They are multi-fuel, so you can utilize a variety fuels. Another way that a DEFRA approved stove is environmentally friendly is because they are designed to provide the minimum amount of oxygen needed to allow the wood to burn effectively. This guarantees that the wood won't smoulder, or emit excessive smoke. This is important in Smoke Control Zones since it could result in fines. Aside from the benefits of using a wood-burning stove within a Smoke Control Area, DEFRA approved stoves are more sustainable for the environment and most importantly, for your health. This is because ultra-fine particles (PM2.5) can be absorbed into the lungs and form a part of the pollution caused by solid fuels like wood. This can have a number of adverse consequences, such as asthma symptoms and a feeling of being sick. Stoves Approved by Defra Are Neighbourly If you live in an area where smoke is controlled the DEFRA-approved stove is required. It permits you to use wood as well as other fuels that are smokeless. This is because they are able to pass rigorous emissions tests which limit the amount of smoke they release during their normal operation. If you use a non-DEFRA approved stove in a smoke controlled zone, you could be violating the law and getting penalized with a huge fine. A Defra approved stove is also significantly more eco-friendly and neighbour friendly. They don't produce nuisance smoke, and if properly maintained will run cleanly for a long time which means that your chimney and flue system will remain cleaner for longer. Stove manufacturers are constantly improving their technology for clean burning and new stoves come with an array of new features that make them eco-friendly. They include advanced secondary and third-generation combustion systems, which work to ensure that all gasses that are combustible are absorbed. This results in an efficient burn which reduces emissions as well as waste. A DEFRA-approved stove will have a high rate of combustion which means that less fuel is wasted and more is used. This makes them much more efficient than older model stoves, and results in savings for homeowners. Defra approved stoves are more sustainable than traditional open fires or log burners. They release significantly less carbon dioxide emissions than fossil fuels, which helps to contribute towards the UK's climate change targets. By burning DEFRA-approved cooking stoves, homeowners can cut their CO2 emissions by up to five percent. In addition to being more efficient, as well as more efficient, a DEFRA approved stove can often be able to reach ultra low levels of emissions that are higher than the ones required for Ecodesign. In 2022, new stoves will be required to comply with the Ecodesign regulations that set minimum efficiencies, introduce ceilings for OGV and NOX (not currently in place) and emissions limits for all wood-burning appliances which will be much more stringent than the DEFRA Exempt ceiling currently applies. Smoke Exemption for Stoves – Approved by Defra It is important that you verify that your wood stove is Defra exempt if you reside or plan to move to an area designated as a Smoke Controlled Area. This is because the law does not allow emissions of smoke from the stove unless it is burning an approved fuel. If you burn an unapproved fuel within a Smoke Controlled Area, you could be punished to the tune of PS1000. A Defra-exempt stove is a multi-fuel wood stove that has been approved by the Defra regulations (Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs). Defra is the UK department of the government that is responsible for all policies and regulations related to the environment, rural issues and food. Stove manufacturers produce both DEFRA approved and non-DEFRA stoves. The difference is that a DEFRA approved stove has been modified to prevent the air vents from being closed down. This stops the stove from sleeping, which is when a stove re-opens its air vents at night to allow the fuel to continue to burn slowly. The re-opening of the air vents causes part-burned combustibles to be sent back out into the room in the form black smoke. Many people are confused about whether a non DEFRA approved stove is allowed to be used in an area that is smoke-free. The answer is yes but you can only legally use it to burn a list of Defra approved smokeless fuels, which is highlighted on the official website of the government here. Unfortunately, wood is not included on this list so if you want to be capable of burning wood in your new stove you need to get yourself an DEFRA approved stove. Another benefit of a DEFRA exempt stove is that it is more efficient than non-Defra certified models. This is due to the fact that DEFRA approved stoves are built to use a higher percentage of the fuel they are fed. This will enable you to draw more heat out of your logs and other kinds of wood. Although a stove that is DEFRA-approved is superior to non-DEFRA stoves in terms of efficiency, it needs to be maintained properly to ensure it continues to perform effectively. This includes cleaning the flue, firebox and checking that the chimney is free of obstructions.