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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?

If you reside in a smoke control area it is essential to buy a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt (or SE) stove allows you to legally burn wood in a smoke-controlled area.

The stoves are independently tested for the lowest emission possible. Stoves that are certified will often display the 'Defra-approved' logo on their name or specification.

Approved for 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. In reality, most cities and towns are in an area that is smoke-free, however this doesn't mean that you can't have stoves, it just means you need to make use of an exempt appliance and only burn fuels that are approved (usually brquettes) in your stove. The Defra approved stove is a kind of wood burning stove that has been tested to ensure it meets certain standards in regards to the emissions it releases when burning fuels that are approved and consequently, it is able to be legally used in the Smoke Control Area.

The DEFRA requirements stoves Logo is widely used in the industry, and many stoves feature the SE after their names to signify that they are smoke-free. To be SE approved the stove must satisfy strict emission requirements. This means that you can be sure that you're buying the best wood stove that is available.

If you are looking for a wood-burning stove which is Defra-exempt or that has SE after its name, you will find that the manufacturer has done things like ensure that there are enough air intakes on the front of the stove to allow for full combustion of fuel and that the size of the chimney outlet is adequate to prevent the accumulation of soot. This is crucial because it ensures that smoke from the wood burning stove is not able to escape through the chimney into your home.

Another benefit of a Defra approved stove is that it typically allows you to install it with five" chimney liner, which is in compliance with the UK building regulations, whereas stoves that aren't Defra-approved will have to be fitted with a bigger 6" liner.

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

Approved for Smokeless fuels

A DEFRA stoves features approved wood burning stove, also referred to as a DEFRA exempt stove, is the only type of stove that you can put in a smoke control area if you plan to make use of it for solid fuel (wood, preferably well seasoned). They are tested by the government to ensure that they don't generate excessive levels of smoke. They can be used with approved' fuels (coal only).

The difference between the difference between a DEFRA approved stove and a non-approved one typically is very small. A lot of modern stoves can be made DEFRA compliant with the kit supplied by the manufacturer and then fitted within a matter of 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 not violated the stove must be able to limit the amount of combustion air so that it doesn't starve itself of oxygen which can cause it smoulder. This is achieved through a mechanism within the stove that allows a small amount of air into the firebox during combustion, which is often hidden inside the stove, and under the base of the firebox.

Stove World UK offers a vast selection of DEFRA approved stoves from the country's best manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada and Burley. These are available in a wide variety of styles and finishes. You can also pick from an impressive range of Ecodesign ready stoves that are designed to meet future requirements for air quality.

Smoke Control Areas are usually situated around cities and towns with large populations and you can visit your local authority's website to see if your area is classified as one. If you live in a zone that is smoke-free, it is essential that you Buy DEFRA Stoves an DEFRA approved stove for your property, to avoid being fined by your local authority. This is because if you use 'unauthorised' fuel in an unapproved stove, such as coal or other solid fuels that could result in fines of up to PS300.

Approved for Wood

A DEFRA approved stove, also referred to as a smoke-free wood stove is a device that can be used to burn wood in the Smoke Control Area. The stove will be marked with the Defra approved symbol or 'SE' in the front of its name, which means it is only permitted to be used in areas controlled by smoke if you burn approved fuels. In this instance wood is the fuel.

Many older wood stoves emit large amounts of particulate matter. This can trigger or exacerbate asthma attacks, respiratory issues and heart problems. It is therefore essential to purchase a stove that is in compliance with strict emission standards set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency. Look for the "EPA 2020 Certified Label" which means that the stove has met the emission limits that are currently in place.

If you purchase a stove that isn't EPA certified and you reside in a smoke control area, you will need to get it recertified before you can use it. It's expensive and time-consuming, however 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.

With a kit, or an adjustment supplied by the installer, the majority of modern stoves can be made Defra-approved. This is because the primary difference between a DEFRA compliant stoves UK approved stove and those which aren't, is the combustion air management system which regulates the amount of air that passes through the stove in normal operation. Modifications are usually done to the base or the underside of a stove's firebox.

Certain manufacturers will make two versions of their wood stove one that is Defra approved and the other not. The reason behind this is that the cost of putting a stove through the rigorous Defra testing is costly. To help recoup these costs, they sell the non-approved version at a lower cost. The DEFRA-approved version will have been subjected to the modification of the combustion air as part of the testing process.

Gas Approved

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

Defra approved stoves, also known as SE (Smoke Exempt) Stoves, have undergone rigorous testing to demonstrate that they can burn cleanly approved fuels in a Smoke Control Zone. The latest combustion technology delivers an unabated minimum of secondary air into the firebox. This lets the stove comply with Defra regulations for Smoke Control Areas even when it is used with authorised fuels like anthracite and manufactured smokeless coals.

The Stove Yard has a wide range of Defra-approved stoves that are perfect for those who reside in a smoke control zone and require a brand new wood burning fireplace. We have a broad selection of Defra-approved stoves, including traditional, contemporary and inset models that are made by top manufacturers such as Stovax. Arada, Burley, and AGA.

The good news is that there is no distinction in appearance between a stove approved by DEFRA recognized stoves and a non-approved model. However, the Defra-approved models do have a few features designed to make them burn more efficiently. They generally have a different grate as well as air vents. On the gas versions they might also have an alternative size flue outlet.

Another benefit of the Defra Approved stove is that they'll typically have a 5" (125mm) flue outlet, which means you can use a narrower stainless steel twin wall flexible chimney liner, which is less expensive than the standard 6" (150mm) liner. This is useful when installing an approved wood burning stove from Defra into an old or non-standard chimney stack. It can save money on replacing a bigger diameter chimney liner.