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What is a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove? A defra certified multi fuel stove is one that has cleared of the Defra smoke tests. They can also be referred to as SE (smoke exempt) stoves. The government's Defra department oversees rules and regulations concerning the rural, agricultural and environmental issues. The Defra Test assures you that you are able to burn wood or approved smokeless fuels such as Anthracite ovals in a smoke-controlled area without causing disturbance to your neighbors. Eco-Friendly Eco-friendly stoves produce minimal emissions, making use of fuel efficiently and using sustainable materials. Eco-friendly stoves are usually built to burn wood, or a combination of other approved fuels. There are numerous eco-friendly multi-fuel stoves as well as log burners to choose from, ranging from modern to traditional models. Some eco-friendly stoves even use dung (the excreta of domesticated livestock) to provide a highly efficient and carbon-free alternative to wood. The most important thing you can do to make your stove eco-friendly is ensure that the fuel is properly seasoned, or dried in a kiln. This helps reduce the amount of moisture and lets the wood burn more efficiently, and produce less smoke. It is also a good idea to purchase only wood procured from sustainable forests. Look for the Woodsure 'Ready to Burn' logo when buying wood to ensure it has been dried at the right level. The majority of newer stoves comply with strict EU EcoDesign Standards. These standards require that stove makers design wood burning stoves that have energy efficiency and environmental protection in the back of their minds. Ecodesign stoves must be designed to take into consideration emissions, resource efficiency, and the reduction of waste. These stoves are among the greenest and most environmentally friendly stoves available. Another option to make your stove more green is to replace the grates with ceramic. This material is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it also has the added benefit of being anti-smoking and reducing the amount of sulphur dioxide that is released into the air. order DEFRA stoves online are also easy to clean and have a longer lifespan than steel grate inserts. While you can still enjoy the comfort of cozy wood burning stoves or multi fuel stove in a Smoke Control Area, it is essential to use only Defra approved fuels. If you don't, it is possible that you could be in breach of the law and risk being fined by the local council. To avoid this, only make use of Defra approved fuels, for example, an amorphous smokeless oval, in your stove. Clean Burning Multi fuel stoves 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 a naturally occurring or manufactured product. The stove makers must adhere to the regulations for selling a DEFRA-exempted wood burner. The Stove Yard has a huge range of DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves and wood burning stoves by leading brands like Arada, Parkray and Burley. These types of Defra exempt stoves feature the latest combustion technology designed to reduce emissions and tar build in your chimney and flue system. The stoves use secondary and tertiary systems that ignite particulates, tar gases and other pollutants before they are released into the air. This is why Defra approved wood burning stoves are much healthier than open fires as well as older models of stoves. The design of a stove that is Defra-approved is also different. The majority of our range has a hidden mechanism that allows an intermittent flow of air into the fire even if the vents for air have been shut. This prevents soot and ash being sent up the chimney which can block your stove and can result in dangerous chimney fires. This is a crucial feature for those who live in a smoke-free zone, the new Defra approved stoves don't allow you to close off the vents completely, and allow you to sleep your stove all night which can send part-burned combustibles into the air. A DEFRA approved stove will also give you the longest burn time than non-Defra models, but it's worth noting that if you swapped your approved fuel for smokeless coal and you wanted to slumber your stove overnight it would reduce the burn time too as the constant supply of air needed for slumber burning would curb the combustion of the smokeless fuel. Emissions Reductions When used properly, a DEFRA exempt stove can create very low levels of emission. These emissions are usually PM2.5 particles that, if inhaled, can cause various health problems, including heart diseases and lung illnesses. The high efficiency of combustion offered by a DEFRA-approved wood burner reduces the amount harmful particles and pollutants released in the process of burning. This greatly reduces the environmental impact especially in urban areas where pollution levels are high. As well as cutting harmful emissions In addition, the efficiency of a stove decreases the cost of heating your home. By using a DEFRA-approved wood burning stove in place of a gas boiler, you can reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bill. If you live in a zone where smoke is controlled, it's essential that your stove is DEFRA approved (or Smoke Exempt) because this permits you to use Defra Approved Fuels such as manufactured smokeless ovals like Anthracite or Homefire and dried wood and other authorised fuels. This allows you to enjoy your fireplace without worrying about the nuisance smoke that could disturb your neighbours. In addition to being approved by DEFRA Many stoves are tested to meet the requirements of clearSkies and can be labelled with the clearSkies mark. The clearSkies mark is an independent scheme that requires stove makers to display information about their appliances efficiency and emissions allowing consumers to make an informed decision. The information must include a stove's efficiency rating and emissions, as well as its type and size. It is important to remember that, like Ecodesign the clearSkies regulations are minimum standards and manufacturers can go beyond these. ESSE has developed its most recent stoves to be even more efficient and clean, producing less smoke without compromising performance or control. This latest development uses patented Twin Catalytic Combustion Technology that recycles all smoke particles and reduces their impact on the atmosphere. In fact, if you're in a smoke controlled zone and use a DEFRA Approved stove with a high-quality, kiln-dried or seasoned log, you'll generate as much, or more, heat from the same amount of dry wood as if were to burn it on a non-DEFRA Approved stove. In fact, it could be as much as 24 percent cheaper to heat your home with a an newest DEFRA Approved stove than with a traditional gas boiler. In compliance with Building Regulations If you live in an area that is under smoke control, it is essential to choose a multi-fuel stove approved by DEFRA. These stoves have been tested to ensure they don't emit smoke when burning approved fuel. Therefore, you can use them in areas with a large number of buildings. At Choice Stoves, we supply and install a range of DEFRA approved log burners from top brands like Mi-fires, Contura, Stovax, ACR, Broseley, Tiger, Cast Tec and more. You can also safely burn wood, peat and other solid fuels with a DEFRA-approved multi-fuel stove. It is crucial to be aware that certain types of fuels cannot be used in Smoke Control Areas. Proper ventilation is vital for safety when operating a multi fuel stove, because it helps to minimize carbon monoxide build-up within your home. DEFRA approved multi fuel stoves come with an inbuilt venting system that can automatically supply sufficient air to the combustion process, meaning that your home will be fully ventilated and safe for use. In addition, DEFRA approved stoves have the minimum size for flues of 550mm2, which means they can be used with a standard twinwall flue system. Our range of flue liners is compatible with DEFRA-approved stoves. You can make your fireplace meet the most recent emission standards with our wide selection. Look for the DEFRA symbol on the stove's packaging or on the internet. This information is also available on many reliable retailers' websites as well as in store displays. If you're thinking of installing a multi-fuel stove, you must ensure to have the work done by a certified professional to ensure compliance with the building regulations. Inadequately following installation guidelines could result in the issuance of a fine and damage to your property. We recommend choosing an HETAS certified installer to complete your stove installation, as they are familiar with the manufacturer's guidelines and building regulations.