What is a DEFRA Wood Burning Stoves Approved Stove?

If you're considering buying a wood burning stove and you live in a smoke control zone it is crucial that you select the DEFRA exempt or approved stove. This is because stoves that aren't DEFRA exempt can starve the burner of air, resulting in the fuel burning and producing excessive emissions.

Clean Burn Technology

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

Clean burn technology is included in the DEFRA stoves we sell. This ensures that all wood and solid fuels you use are completely burned before they are able to escape your chimney. The method they use to accomplish this is by using secondary and sometimes tertiary air intakes that ensure that every single speck of smoke is burned before it leaves the stove. This will keep your chimney clean for longer, and your stove will consume less fuel.

DEFRA stoves are available in both traditional and contemporary styles. This is because not everyone needs a stove that is the center of attention in their living space. You might prefer something that is more discrete and blends into your decor. We offer a range of freestanding and inglenook stoves that meet DEFRA approval standards, DEFRA List Stoves so you can find the perfect stove for your fireplace chamber.

You can also choose from a range of DEFRA multi-fuel stoves that allow you to enjoy the flexibility to burn a variety of authorised fuels. When you combine this with a choice of finishes and colors, you are sure to find the ideal DEFRA wood burner or multi-fuel stove to fit your home.

We are proud to present a large variety of DefrA Wood Burners that have been independently tested 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 reside in an area designated as a Smoke Control Area and you are a resident, it is important that you purchase an approved DEFRA stove. If you use an appliance that is not approved, it can result in the levy of a fine. You can determine if you live in a Smoke Control Area by visiting the DEFRA website or speaking to your local authority.

Smoke Exempt

Stoves that are DEFRA wood-burning stoves that are approved have been subjected to rigorous testing to ensure they can be used in smoke-free areas. Bowland Stoves offers a range of DEFRA wood burning stoves that provide low emissions, clean combustion and the possibility of saving money. You can even choose from a range of styles that will complement your home's style.

Local authorities have designated Smoke Control Areas to lower smog levels in UK towns and cities. Traditionally people would burn any kind of fuel they liked at home and this resulted in heavy smog in several areas, which led to health issues for the local population. In the past there was no law governing this but nowadays, DEFRA List Stoves we have to abide by the rules.

Defra regulations have been created to ensure public safety. They specify the stoves that can be used in certain areas, as well as the types of fuels we can use. If you live in an area which is smoke-free, you can only make use of a DEFRA approved stove and burn only approved fuels such as coal, logs or pellets. If you purchase a non DEFRA stove and you use disallowed fuels and you are penalized as high as PS1000.

A stove that is approved by Defra will provide the minimum amount air for combustion and will result in the least amount of smoke emissions. This is the only way to be sure that you are legally able to burn wood and other approved fuels within a Smoke Control Area.

To be DEFRA approved, wood burners and multi-fuel stoves have to have an average moisture content of 20% or less to prevent excessive smoke. To get this to happen, the wood must be well-seasoned and most importantly, sourced from the Forestry Commission's "Woodsure Ready to Burn' scheme.

If you are buying a stove to use in a Smoke Control Area then make sure it has the Defra logo or a 'SE' in the middle of its name, this indicates that it is smoke-free. The Defra list stoves Logo is easily recognisable and has been widely adopted in the industry.

In compliance with Building Regulations

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

DEFRA stoves are available in a range of styles, sizes and finishes. This lets you find the perfect fit for your home. We have models in traditional and modern styles with freestanding, inglenook and inset designs to fit any style. Depending on your requirements you can select either a wood burner or a multi-fuel model. All DEFRA stoves have clean-burn technology, so you can be sure that they'll burn your fuel safely and efficiently.

DEFRA stoves are also designed to comply with strict rules regarding emission of smoke in smoke-controlled areas. These regulations are designed to reduce the amount of particulate matter that escapes into the air during combustion.

The most modern DEFRA wood-burning stoves have been designed to serve this purpose and use advanced combustion systems that don't restrict airflow inside the firebox. This allows the wood to be burned more quickly and efficiently which decreases the release of particulate matter into the atmosphere. DEFRA stoves also come with a secondary combustion system which reduces emissions further by re-burning unburned combustibles.

Although it is possible to install a non-DEFRA approved eco design stoves-compliant stove, it will typically require significant modifications to the chimney and flue system. This will likely involve changes to the structure, which could require planning permission. To avoid this, it's best to choose a defra exempt stoves-compliant stove when buying a new fireplace that burns wood.