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What is a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove? A multi-fuel stove that has been approved by defra is one that has passed the Defra test for smoke. These stoves are often referred to as SE (smoke-exempt) stoves. The Defra department of the government is responsible for implementing rules and regulations that deal with rural issues, agriculture and the environment. The Defra test demonstrates that you are able to burn wood or approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite in a smoke-free area without causing any disturbance to your neighbors by emitting nuisance smoke. Eco-Friendly Eco-friendly stoves produce minimal emissions, making use of fuel efficiently and using sustainable materials. They typically use wood or a combination of approved fuels, and are designed with ecological considerations in the back of their minds. A wide selection of eco-friendly log burning and multi fuel stoves are offered with a range of styles from contemporary to traditional models. Some eco-friendly stoves utilize the dung of pigs as a reliable and carbon-negative substitute for wood. The most important thing you can do to make your stove green is to make sure that the fuel is properly seasoned or dried and kiln-fired. This reduces the moisture content of the wood, allowing it to burn more efficiently. It's also a great idea to purchase only wood that is sourced from sustainable forests. Look for the Woodsure 'Ready to Burn' logo when purchasing wood to guarantee that it has been dried at an appropriate temperature. Most modern stoves are designed to meet the strict EU EcoDesign standards. These standards require stove manufacturers to design wood-burning stoves with energy efficiency and the environment in mind. Ecodesign stoves have to be designed to take into consideration emissions, resource efficiency, and waste reduction. These are some of the most eco-friendly and cleanest stoves available. Replace the grates on your stove with a ceramic grates. Fireplaces And Stove will make it more eco-friendly. This material is not only visually appealing, but it also has the added benefit of being anti-smoking and helping to reduce the amount of sulphur dioxide in the atmosphere. In addition, ceramic grate liners are also easy to maintain and have a longer lifespan than steel inserts into grates. In a Smoke Control Area you are able to use a wood-burner or multi-fuel stove. However, it is important to only use approved fuels by Defra. You could be breaking the law if you do not. Only use fuels approved by Defra for example, a manufactured anthracite round, in your stove. Clean Burning Multi fuel stoves that are approved by Defra are only permitted to be used in areas that are smoke-controlled that burn only smokeless fuel. It can be a smokeless log, anthracite or manufactured or natural product. Stove makers must also comply with the regulations in order to make an DEFRA exempt wood burner for sale. The Stove Yard has a an extensive range of DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves and wood burning stoves by leading brands such as Arada, Parkray and Burley. The Defra-exempt stoves employ the latest technology for combustion to reduce emissions and tar accumulation in your chimney or flue system. They use the latest secondary and tertiary airflow systems to ignite tar gases and particulates before they escape into the atmosphere – this is what makes an Defra approved stove so much more eco-friendly than the older generation stoves that burn wood and open fires. The design of the Defra approved stove is different too, most of our range include a hidden mechanism inside the stove that allows for a small flow of air to the fire even when the air vents are shut. This is to prevent the soot and ash from being carried up the chimney, which can block your stove and can lead to dangerous chimney fires. The new Defra-approved stoves don't allow you to completely close the vents for air and sleep the stove overnight and release part burned combustibles in the atmosphere. A DEFRA-approved cooktop will have a longer burn duration compared to stoves that aren't DEFRA-approved. However should you decide to switch your approved fuel with smokeless coal in order to sleep the stove over night and reduce the time of the burning time due to the continuous supply of air required to slumber would reduce the combustion of smokeless fuel. Reduced Emissions When properly used when it is properly used, a DEFRA exempt stove can produce extremely low levels of emissions. These emissions are usually PM2.5 particles which, when inhaled, could cause a variety of health problems, including heart diseases and lung illnesses. The high efficiency of combustion in a DEFRA approved wood burner reduces the amount of harmful particles and pollution released during the burning process. This minimizes the impact of the burning process on the environment. As well as cutting harmful emissions The efficiency of a stove can reduce the cost of heating your home. Using the DEFRA approved wood-burning stove instead of a conventional gas boiler will reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. If you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's crucial that your stove be DEFRA Approved (or Smoke Exempt) as this will enable you to use Defra Approved Fuels such as manufactured smokeless ovals like Anthracite or Homefire as well as dried wood and other authorised fuels. This allows you to relax in your fireplace and not worry about the nuisance smoke that could disturb your neighbors. Many stoves, in addition to being DEFRA-approved, are tested in accordance with clearSkies standards and are able to be labeled with the clearSkies label. The clearSkies scheme is an independent scheme which requires stove makers to provide information about the effectiveness and emissions of their products, allowing consumers make an informed decision. The information must include the stove's efficiency rating, emissions, and the type and size. It is important to remember that, as with Ecodesign the clearSkies regulations are merely minimum standards, and manufacturers are able to exceed them. ESSE for instance, has engineered its latest stoves to be more efficient and cleaner burning and produce less particulates, without compromising on performance or control. This latest development uses the patented twin catalytic combustion technique that reburns the smoke particles it releases significantly reducing their impact on the environment. If you live in a smoke-controlled zone and you use a DEFRA Approved Stove with a high quality, kiln-dried or seasoned log you'll get the same amount of heat, or even more than that, from the same amount of dry wood than if it were burned in the non DEFRA Approved Stove. It is up to 24 percent cheaper to heat your home using an newest DEFRA Approved Stove than with gas boiler. Conforms to Building Regulations If you live in an area that is under smoke control, it's essential to select a multi-fuel stove approved by DEFRA. These stoves have been tested to ensure they do not emit smoke when burning approved fuel. They can therefore be used them in areas with a significant amount of buildings. At Choice Stoves, we supply and install a range of DEFRA approved log burners from the top brands, including Mi-fires Contura, Stovax, ACR, Broseley, Tiger, Cast Tec and more. A DEFRA approved multi fuel stove will allow you to burn wood, peat and other solid fuels in a safe manner. It is important to be aware that certain fuels are prohibited for use in Smoke Control Areas, so it's essential to be familiar with local regulations and restrictions. A proper ventilation system is crucial to the safety when operating a multi fuel stove, because it helps to reduce carbon monoxide accumulation within your home. DEFRA approved stoves come with an integrated ventilation system that supplies sufficient air to the combustion process. This ensures your home is always well ventilated, and safe to use. DEFRA approved stoves also have a minimum dimension of 550mm2, which means they can be used in conjunction with a standard dualwall system. Our flue liner range is compatible with DEFRA approved stoves. You can make your fireplace meet the latest emission standards with our wide selection. When choosing a DEFRA approved stove Look for the DEFRA' symbol on its packaging or in the manufacturer's details online. Many reputable stove retailers will also include this information on their websites as well as displays in stores, so you can easily identify which stoves meet the regulations. If you're planning to install a multi-fuel stove, it's crucial that you have the task completed by a licensed professional to ensure compliance with building regulations. Failure to follow the proper installation guidelines could result in the issuance of a fine and damage to your property. We recommend using an HETAS approved installer to carry out the stove installation, since they are familiar with the manufacturers guidelines and building regulations.