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What is a Defra Approved Multi Fuel Stove? A multi-fuel stove that is defra-approved is one which 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 rules and regulations that deal with agriculture, rural issues and the environment. The Defra Test ensures that you can burn wood and approved smokeless fuels, such as Anthracite ovals in a smoke-controlled space without disturbing your neighbours. Eco-Friendly Eco-friendly stoves are made to emit less carbon dioxide, while making use of fuel efficiently, and using sustainable materials. Eco-friendly stoves are usually designed to burn wood, or a combination of other approved fuels. There are a 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 make use of dung as a sustainable and carbon-negative alternative to 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 in a kiln. This reduces the moisture content of the wood and allows it to burn more efficiently. It's also a great idea to buy only wood from sustainable forests. When purchasing wood, look for the Woodsure 'Ready to Burn' label to ensure that it has been properly dried. Most newer stoves are made to meet strict EU EcoDesign standards. These standards require stove makers to create wood burning stoves that have energy efficiency and environmental protection in the back of their minds. Ecodesign stoves have to be designed to take into consideration emissions, resource efficiency, and the reduction of waste. These are among the cleanest and eco-friendly stoves that are available. Another way to make your stove eco-friendly is to replace the grates with ceramic. It is not just aesthetically pleasing and attractive, but it also comes with the benefit of being non-smoking and helping reduce sulphur dioxide in the air. In addition, ceramic grates are easy to maintain and have a longer lifespan than steel grate inserts. In a Smoke Control Area you are able to use a wood-burner or multi-fuel stove, however it is important to use only fuels that have been approved by Defra. You could be in violation of the law if you don't. You should only make use of fuels that have been approved by Defra for example, anthracite manufactured round in your stove. Clean Burning A Defra approved multi fuel stove is able to be used in smoke controlled areas when it is burning authorised smokeless fuels only. It can be a smokeless log, anthracite or manufactured or natural product. Stove makers must also adhere to the regulations in order to create a DEFRA exempt wood burner for sale. The Stove Yard has a an extensive choice of DEFRA approved multi-fuel stoves as well as wood burning stoves from top brands like Arada, Parkray and Burley. The Defra-exempt stoves employ the latest technology for combustion to reduce tar emissions and tar accumulation in your chimney or flue system. They use the latest secondary and tertiary airflow techniques to ignite tar gas and particulates before they are released into the atmosphere. This is the reason why an Defra approved stove more eco-friendly than the older generation wood burning stoves and open fires. The design of a Defra approved stove is also different Most of our range include a hidden mechanism inside the stove that allows for a small, continuous flow of air to the fire, even when the vents for air are shut. This prevents ash and soot being blown into the fireplace, which can cause dangerous chimney fires. This is an essential feature for anyone living in a smoke-free zone, the new Defra approved stoves do not allow you to shut the vents completely, and then sleep on your stove for the night which could release part-burned combustibles into the atmosphere. A DEFRA-approved stove can have a longer burn time than older stoves that are not DEFRA-approved. However, if you were to replace your fuel of choice with smokeless coal to slumber the stove overnight it would also reduce the burning time due to the continuous supply of air required to slumber would reduce the combustion of the smokeless fuel. Reduced Emissions If properly used the DEFRA-exempt stove will produce very low levels of emissions. These emissions are typically PM2.5 particles, which could cause a range of health issues that include heart ailments and lung diseases when inhaled. The high combustion efficiency provided by a DEFRA-approved wood burner reduces the amount harmful particles and pollutants released during the process of burning. This greatly reduces the impact on the environment especially in urban areas where pollution levels are high. In addition to decreasing harmful emissions, the efficiency of a stove decreases the cost of heating your home. By using a DEFRA-approved wood burning stove place of a gas boiler, you can reduce your carbon footprint while saving money on your energy bills. If you live in a smoke controlled zone, it's essential to make sure that your stove is DEFRA approved or Smoke Exempt because this permits you to burn approved Defra fuels such as manufactured smokeless coal ovals such as Anthracite and Homefire as well as dried wood and other approved solid fuels. This lets you enjoy your fireplace without worrying about a nuisance smoke affecting your neighbours. Many stoves are, in addition to being DEFRA-approved, are tested according to clearSkies requirements and are able to be identified with the clearSkies label. The clearSkies mark is an independent scheme that requires stove makers to provide information on their appliances efficiency and emissions making it easier for consumers to make an informed decision. The information must include the stove's efficiency rating, emissions, as well as type and size. It's important to remember that, as with Ecodesign, clearSkies regulations represent minimum standards. Manufacturers can go above and over these. ESSE has designed its latest stoves to make them even more efficient and clean, producing less smoke without any compromise in the performance or control. DEFRA stoves ratings and reviews uses Twin Catalytic Combustion Technology that recycles all smoke particles and reduces their impact on the atmosphere. In reality it's true that if you're in an smoke controlled zone and use an DEFRA Approved stove with a high-quality, kiln-dried or seasoned log, you'll generate as much, or even more heat from the same amount of dry wood as you would if you were to burn it on a non-DEFRA Approved stove. It can be up 24 per cent less expensive to heat your home with the latest DEFRA Approved Stove than with gas boilers. Compliant with Building Regulations If you live in a Smoke Control Area, it's important to have a DEFRA approved multi-fuel stove. These stoves have passed tests to ensure that they don't release any smoke when burning authorised fuel, so you can use them in areas that are usually filled with buildings. At Choice Stoves, we supply and install a range of DEFRA approved log burners from top brands including Mi-fires, Contura, Stovax, ACR, Broseley, Tiger, Cast Tec and more. A DEFRA approved multi fuel stove will also allow you to burn peat, wood and other solid fuels in a safe manner. It is essential to be aware that certain fuels can't be used in Smoke Control Areas. Proper ventilation is essential for safe operation of multi fuel stoves, since it will help reduce carbon monoxide accumulation in your home. DEFRA approved stoves come with an inbuilt ventilation system that provides sufficient air to the combustion process. This will ensure that your home is always fully ventilated and safe for use. DEFRA approved stoves also have a minimum size of 550mm2, meaning they can be used in combination with a standard dualwall system. Our extensive range of flue liners are compatible with DEFRA approved stoves, which means you can use them to improve your fireplace and ensure that it is in line with the latest emissions requirements. When choosing the DEFRA approved stove Look for the DEFRA symbol on the packaging or in the manufacturer's information online. A lot of reputable stove retailers also display this information on their websites as well as on their displays in the store so that you can easily identify which stoves meet the requirements. It is important to work with a certified professional if you plan to install a multi-fuel fireplace. This will ensure that the installation is in line with building codes. Infractions to the correct guidelines for installation could lead to a fine and damage to your property. We recommend choosing a HETAS certified installer to carry out your stove installation, as they will be well-versed in the guidelines of the manufacturer and building regulations.