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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?

If you live in an area where smoke is controlled, it's crucial to purchase a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt (or SE) stove permits you to legally burn wood in a smoke-controlled space.

They are independently tested to provide the lowest emissions possible. Stoves that are certified will often display the 'Defra-approved' logo on their name or the specifications.

Approved for Affordable DEFRA stoves Smoke Controlled Areas

Many people believe that living in a smoke-free zone means they cannot use a fireplace with wood. This is not true. Most cities and large towns are in a smoke control zone, however, that doesn't mean that they aren't able to use a wood burning stove. It's simply that they must burn authorised fuels in their stove (usually brquettes). The Defra approved stove is a specific type of wood-burning stove that has been inspected to ensure it meets certain requirements regarding the emissions it releases when burning authorised fuels, and therefore it can be used legally in the Smoke Control Area.

The Defra Logo is widely used in the industry, and a lot of stoves are marked with the SE after their names to signify that they are smoke-free. To be SE approved the stove must satisfy strict emission standards. This means you can rest assured that you're buying the best wood stove available.

If you're looking for a stove that burns wood that is Defra-exempt, or has SE after its title, you will find that the manufacturer has done things like ensure that there are enough air intakes on the front of stove to allow full combustion of fuel, and that the size of the chimney outlet is adequate to prevent accumulation of soot. This is crucial as it ensures 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 install a 5" liner which is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require an 6" liner.

At Stovax we are pleased to offer a selection of Defra approved stoves and fires. We also have our Ecodesign Ready stoves that have been designed with the future of air quality standards in mind. Many of our stoves that are Defra-approved can also be used in combination with a smoke control system for homes located in Smoke Control Zones. They can be used to burn a variety smokeless fuels, including fire logs.

Approved for Smokeless fuels

The only stove that can be used within a smoke-control zone is one that is a DEFRA approved wood burner, also referred to by the designation DEFRA exempt. This stove must be used with solid fuel, which means wood, preferably well-seasoned. They are inspected by the government to ensure that they don't produce excessive levels of smoke and can be used with 'authorised' fuels (coal only).

The difference between a DEFRA approved stove and one that is not is usually very little. With a kit supplied by the manufacturer, a lot of modern stoves can be easily converted to DEFRA compliant in just a few minutes. This is due to the fact that a Defra approved stove must undergo rigorous testing and is limited on how much smoke it can produce.

To ensure that the restrictions are kept, the stove must be able to limit the amount of combustion air to ensure that it doesn't rob itself of oxygen which can cause it smoulder. This is accomplished by an opening mechanism that lets the air in the firebox when it's burning. It is usually concealed inside the stove or underneath the base of the fire box.

Stove World UK has a large selection of DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves approved stoves, from some of the most reputable manufacturers in the country such as Stovax Arada and Burley. They are available in a wide range of styles and finishes. Pick from a variety of Ecodesign stoves that are designed to meet the future requirements for air quality.

Smoke Control Zones are mostly in large cities and towns. You can go to the website of your local authority to find out whether you reside in one. It is crucial to buy an approved DEFRA-approved stove if live in a smoke-controlled area. This will allow you to avoid a fine from the local authority. If you use coal or other solid fuels using a non approved stove, affordable Defra stoves you could be fined PS300.

Approved for Wood

A DEFRA approved stove, also known as a smoke exempt wood stove, is a device that can be used to burn wood in the Smoke Control Area. The stove will bear the Defra approved logo or have the word "SE" after its name, which means it can be used in smoke controlled areas when burning approved fuels which is in this case wood.

A lot of older wood stoves emit large amounts of particulate matter. This can lead to or worsen asthma attacks, respiratory issues and heart problems. It is therefore essential to purchase a stove that meets strict emission standards as set by the Environmental Protection Agency. Look for an "EPA 2020 Certified" label, which signifies that the stove meets the emissions limits that are now in place.

If you purchase a cooktop that isn't EPA-certified and you reside in a smoking zone, you'll need to recertify it before you can use the stove. It can be costly and time-consuming, but it is legally required. Homeowners who sell a house with wood stoves that are not certified may also be subject to tax credits or fines relating to the clean air.

The majority of modern stoves can be upgraded to become Defra approved by an adjustment kit or a kit provided by the installer. This is because the main difference between a DEFRA approved stove and one that are not, is the combustion air management system that controls how much air passes through the stove in normal operation. The modification will usually be located on the bottom of the firebox or in the base.

Some manufacturers produce two versions of a wood stove. One is affordable DEFRA Stoves-approved and the other is not. 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 will 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 Gas

Prior to the Clean Air Acts, residential homes were able to burn any fuel they wanted to, resulting in excessive smoke emissions. This led to health issues. To stop this, Defra established Smoke Control Areas. This means that residential homes can not emit smoke in the event that their wood burners or multifuel stoves were approved by Defra for 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 tests to prove that they are able to burn cleanly authorized fuels within a Smoke Control Area. The latest combustion technology delivers an unabated minimum of secondary air into the firebox. This lets the stove comply with Defra standards for Smoke Control Areas even when it is used with authorised fuels like anthracite and manufactured smokeless coals.

The Stove Yard has a large selection of DEFRA accredited stoves-approved stoves that are ideal for those who live in a smoke control zone and require a brand new fireplace that burns wood. We have a broad range of traditional, contemporary and inset Defra approved stoves from the most reputable manufacturers like Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA.

The good news is that there isn't much of a difference in appearance between the appearance of a Defra approved woodburning stove and one that isn't, but the Defra approved models do come with several features that are designed to ensure they burn cleaner. They will usually have a slightly different grate and air vents and on gas models, they may have a different size flue outlet.

A Defra Approved Stove will almost always have 5" flue outlet (125mm). This means that you can choose a smaller stainless twin wall flexible liner, which is less expensive than a 6" (150mm). This is a great option when you install wood-burning stoves that are Defra-approved into an old or non-standard chimney stack. It saves money on re-lining a larger diameter chimney liner.