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What is a DEFRA Wood Burning Stoves Approved Stove?

If you're looking to buy a wood-burning stove and you live in a smoke control zone it is essential to select a DEFRA exempt or approved stove. This is because stoves that aren't DEFRA stoves ratings and reviews exempt may deprive the burner of air, resulting in the fuel smouldering and generating high levels of emissions.

Clean Burn Technology

By selecting a DEFRA-approved kitchen, you can help reduce the amount of air pollution. The wood-burning stoves are made to meet the strict smoke emission standards set by the UK Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).

Clean burn technology is available in the DEFRA stoves we sell. This ensures that all wood or solid fuels you use are burned completely before they escape your chimney. This is achieved through secondary and sometimes tertiary intakes into air that ensure every particle of smoke is smoldering before it is released from the stove. This keeps your chimney cleaner for longer, and your stove will consume less fuel.

DEFRA stoves are available in both modern and traditional styles. This is because not everyone wants their new stove to be the focal point of their room and you may want a more discreet option that will blend in with your decor. We offer a variety of freestanding and inglenook stoves that meet recommended DEFRA stoves approval standards, so you can find the ideal fit for your fireplace.

You can also pick from a range of DEFRA multi-fuel stoves, which allow you to choose to burn a variety authorised fuels. When you combine this with a choice of finishes and colours, you are sure to find the perfect DEFRA wood burner or multi-fuel stove that will suit your home.

We are proud to offer a wide variety of DefrA Wood Burners that have been tested independently by HETAS and are in compliance with the strict DEFRA emission standards. They are able to be used legally in Smoke Control Areas. If you live in Smoke Control Area then it is crucial to purchase a DEFRA stove since using an appliance that is not approved could result in you being fined. You can find out whether you reside in a Smoke Control Area by visiting the DEFRA compliant stoves list website or contacting your local authority.

Smoke Exempt

Stoves that are DEFRA wood burning stoves approved have undergone stringent testing to ensure they can be used in smoke-free areas. Bowland Stoves offers a range of DEFRA wood burning stoves that have clean combustion, reduced emission and the ability to save money. You can also choose from a variety of styles that will complement your home's style.

Local authorities establish Smoke Control Areas to reduce smog levels in UK cities and towns. In the past, people would use whatever fuel they liked in their homes. This led to heavy pollution in many areas and caused health issues for the residents. In the past there was no law governing this but nowadays, we have to follow the rules.

To ensure the public's safety, Defra has created regulations that define which stoves can be used in certain areas and what kinds of fuel we can burn in the stoves. This means that if you live in a smoke controlled area then you must only make use of the DEFRA stove and only burn authorised fuels such as logs, pellets or coal. If you purchase a non DEFRA stove and burn prohibited fuels that are not permitted, you could be penalized as high as PS1000.

A stove that is Defra-approved will provide the minimum amount air to burn and will result in the least amount of smoke emissions. This is the only way to ensure that you can burn wood or other approved fuels in Smoke Control Zones.

To be approved by DEFRA, wood burners and stoves that use multiple fuels must have a minimum moisture content of 20% to avoid excessive smoke. To achieve this the wood has to be well-seasoned and most importantly, sourced from the Forestry Commission's 'Woodsure Ready to Burn' scheme.

If you are buying the stove to be used in a Smoke Control Area, make sure it has a Defra logo or a slash after its name. This signifies that the stove is smoke-free. The Defra logo is very easily identifiable and is widely accepted by the industry.

Conforms to Building Regulations

When a stove is DEFRA wood burning stoves approved It means that it has been tested thoroughly and is in compliance with the building regulations. This means that it is safe to use and that the flue system is properly installed. This helps prevent fire hazards and reduces indoor air pollution. This is particularly crucial for those who live in smoke control zones where it is illegal to use non-approved fuels.

DEFRA stoves are available in a variety of styles, sizes and finishes. This lets you find the perfect stove for your home. We offer freestanding models, inglenook and even inset with modern and traditional styles to suit any decor. Depending on your requirements, you can choose a wood burner or a multi-fuel version. All of our DEFRA stoves are fitted with clean-burn technology, so you can be sure that they burn your preferred fuels effectively and efficiently.

DEFRA stoves also comply with strict regulations governing the emission of smoke in areas that are smoke-controlled. These regulations are primarily created to limit the amount of particulate matter released into the atmosphere when the stove is burning.

The latest DEFRA wood-burning stoves are designed to achieve this by utilizing advanced combustion systems which do not restrict flow of air within the firebox. This lets the wood be burned more efficiently and quickly and reduces the release of particles into the air. DEFRA stoves also have an additional combustion system that reduces emissions further by re-burning burned combustion fuels.

It is possible to install an appliance that doesn't comply with DEFRA regulations, but this will require major changes to your chimney and flue. This may require a structural change that could require planning permission. To avoid this, we recommend always choosing a DEFRA approved stove when buying a new fireplace or wood-burning stove.

A DEFRA approved stove will typically have a 5" (125mm) flue outlet. This means that you can choose 5" vitreous enamel flue liner which will help you save money on installation costs. This is a great solution for those who are on a tight budget or with chimneys that have some tricky bends.

Emissions Reduction

When you are looking for a wood-burning stove, you'll come across various terms that could confuse you. The term DEFRA approved or DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves exempt stoves means they can be used in smoke-free areas of the UK.

The stoves have been tested to ensure that they are in compliance with UK smoking laws. This is accomplished by incorporating the latest clean burn technology that uses secondary and third-level combustion to produce cleaner air inside your home. This helps to reduce fuel consumption, as fuel is burned more efficiently.

The modern technology used in DEFRA approved wood burning stoves makes them more eco-friendly than older open fires or stoves. When properly used, a wood burning stove is carbon neutral. This is because trees absorb carbon dioxide when they grow, and release it back into the air when they are burnt. This is why they are a green alternative to fossil fuels for heating your home.

The main issue when using a stove that burns wood is the emissions that are generated. The smoke that is produced from a wood-burning stove contains ultra-fine particulates which are known to cause health issues. These particles can cause breathing problems, worsen asthma symptoms and make you feel sick. They also increase the risk of cancer, heart disease and premature death.

Domestic wood burning is the biggest source of PM2.5 in the UK and is responsible for three times as much pollution than road traffic. This is due to the fact that traditional wood stoves don't make use of clean burning technology. This is why it's essential to buy a DEFRA exempt stove if you reside in a smoke controlled area, or even if you don't as they are better for the environment as well as your chimney.

At Bowland Stoves, we stock a wide selection of DEFRA approved stoves from top manufacturers like Arada, Stovax and Burley. We recommend you speak to one of our team members for advice if you're not sure which type of stove would be suitable for your home, but if you decide to purchase a DEFRA approved stove, you can be sure that it will have undergone extensive tests and examinations to make certain that it can be used in Smoke Controlled Areas.