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작성자 Tamie
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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove?

nrg-5kw-eco-design-stove-multifuel-cast-iron-fireplace-portable-defra-approved-325.jpgIf you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's crucial to buy a DEFRA exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt stove (or SE) allows you to legally burn wood in a smoke-controlled area.

They are independently tested to provide the lowest possible emissions. Stoves with this status are usually branded with the 'Defra approved logo on their specifications or name.

Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas

Many people believe that living in a smoke-free zone means that they aren't able to make use of a fireplace that burns wood. It's not the case. The majority of towns and cities are within a smoke control zone, however, that doesn't mean that you can't use a wooden burning stove. It's simply that they need to burn authorised fuels in their stove (usually brquettes). The Defra approved stove is a specific type of wood burning stove that has been tested to ensure that it meets certain criteria in relation to the emissions it emits when burning authorised fuels, and therefore it can be legally used in a Smoke Control Area.

The Defra logo is widely adopted by the industry and a large number of the stoves approved have SE after their name, meaning they are smoke-free. To be SE approved the stove must meet strict emission criteria. This means that you can rest assured that you're buying the best wood stove available.

If you are searching for a wood-burning stove which is DEFRA compliant stoves-exempt or has SE after its title You will notice that the manufacturer may have taken measures to ensure that there are enough air intakes on the front of the stove to ensure that there is a full combustion of fuel and that the size of the chimney outlet is sufficient to prevent accumulation of soot. This is important as it ensures that smoke from the wood stove doesn't escape through the chimney and into your home.

A Defra-approved stove allows you to use a 5" liner which is compliant with UK building regulations. Non-DEFRA Stoves Features-approved stoves require an 6" liner.

Stovax is proud to offer a range of fireplaces and stoves that are Defra-approved, as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed with future air quality standards at heart. In fact, a lot of our Defra approved stoves are able to be used with a smoke control kit for those properties that are in a Smoke Control Area and can therefore be used with a range of authorised smokeless fuels including fire logs.

Approved for Smokeless Fuels

The only stove that can be installed inside a smoke-control zone is a DEFRA approved wood burner, also referred to by the designation DEFRA exempt. The stove has to be used with solid fuel, which means wood, preferably well-seasoned. The government tests these stoves to ensure that they don't release excessive smoke and that they are only suitable for use with fuels that are 'authorized.

The difference between the differences between a DEFRA approved stove and one that isn't typically is very small. With a kit from the manufacturer, many modern stoves can be easily converted to DEFRA certified in a matter of just a few minutes. This is due to the fact that Defra approved appliances must pass extremely stringent tests and are limited in the amount of smoke they are able to produce.

To ensure that the restrictions are kept the stove has to be able limit its combustion air so that it doesn't rob itself of oxygen and cause it to smolder. This is achieved by a mechanism that opens the air in the firebox when it's burning. It is typically hidden within the stove or beneath the base of the firebox.

Stove World UK has a vast selection of DEFRA approved stoves from some of the best brands in the country including Stovax Arada and Burley. These are available in an enormous range of styles and finishes. You can also pick from a wide selection of Ecodesign ready stoves that have been designed to meet the future requirements for air quality.

Smoke Control Zones are predominantly in towns and cities with large populations. You can visit the website of your local authority to find out whether you are in one. It is important to purchase a DEFRA-approved stove if you reside in a smoke-controlled zone. This will help you avoid being fined by the local authority. This is because if you burn 'unauthorised fuel in an unapproved stove, like coal or any other solid fuels that could result in fines of up to PS300.

Approved for wood

A DEFRA approved stove, also known as a smoke exempt wood stove is an appliance which can be used to burn wood in smoke Control Area. The stove will be stamped with the Defra approved logo or bear an 'SE' in its name which means it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas that burn approved fuels which is in this case wood.

Many older wood stoves emit huge amounts of particulate matter. These can trigger or exacerbate asthma attacks, respiratory issues and heart problems. This is why it's crucial to purchase new wood stoves that meets the strict emission standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Look for the "EPA 2020 Certified Label" which means that the stove has met the emission limits currently in place.

If you purchase an appliance that isn't EPA certified and you reside in a smoke control area it is necessary to have it recertified before you can use it. It can be costly and time-consuming, but the law requires it. Homeowners who sell a house with a wood stove that is not certified may be liable for tax credits or fines relating to clean air.

The majority of modern stoves can be altered to be Defra approved using an adjustment kit or a kit provided by the installer. The main difference between DEFRA approved stoves and those that aren't combustion air control system, which regulates the amount of air that flows through the stove when it is in normal operation. The change is usually located on the bottom of the firebox or in the base.

Some manufacturers produce two versions of a wood stove. One is Defra-approved while the other is not. The reason is that the cost of putting a wood stove through the rigorous Defra testing is expensive. To reduce the costs, they sell the non approved version at a cheaper cost. The DEFRA approved sustainable stoves-approved version will have been subjected to the modification of the combustion air as part of the testing process.

Approved for Gas

Prior to the Clean Air Acts, residential homes could burn any fuel they wanted to, resulting in high levels of smoke emissions. This led to health issues. To prevent this Defra established Smoke Control Areas which meant that residential homes couldn't produce any smoke from their wood burners or multifuel stoves unless the appliance was Defra certified to burn only fuels that were authorised, such as manufactured smokeless coals and anthracite.

DEFRA approved high-quality stoves approved SE (Smoke-Exempt) Stoves have been put through rigorous tests to prove they can efficiently burn fuels that are approved in a Smoke Control Zone. The latest technology for combustion delivers an unabated minimum of secondary air into the firebox. This lets the stove meet Defra standards for Smoke Control Areas even when it is used with approved fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals.

The Stove Yard has a wide range of Defra-approved stoves which are perfect for those who reside in a smoke-free zone and require a brand new wood burning fireplace. We have a wide range of DEFRA stoves price range-approved stoves, including traditional models, modern and inset from top brands like Stovax. Arada, Burley and AGA.

The good news is that there isn't really a difference in appearance between an Defra approved woodburning stove and one that isn't, however the Defra approved models have several features that are designed to ensure they burn more efficiently. They usually have an aesthetically different grate and air vents as well as on gas models they might have a slightly smaller flue outlet.

A Defra Approved Stove will almost always have a 5" flue outlet (125mm). This means you can use a smaller stainless steel twin wall flexible liner that is cheaper than a 6" (150mm). This is a great option when you install wood-burning stoves that are Defra-approved into an old or nonstandard chimney stack. It will save you money replacing a bigger diameter chimney liner.

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