A Brief History History Of Best Woodburners

The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are known to reduce blood pressure and relax. But what about the microscopic sooty particles they release into the air?

Luckily, new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can have a warm and cosy home, without compromising your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking Wood Stove technology burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It's a great option for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it an ideal option for larger rooms, and the generous fire glass offers a beautiful view of your flames.

It is equipped with a modern steel body which means it can be used wood burning stoves in both traditional inglenooks and freestanding areas. It comes with an air wash system that keeps the glass clean and helps prevent the accumulation of soot. The stove is highly efficient, meaning that it carries a large portion of the heat generated into your home instead of being directed up the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of a lot of criticism recently, as it has been shown that they can contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air, known as PM2.5 which has been linked to heart and lung problems. However, the latest models that conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to generate these particles. Wood burners contribute to pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, such as coal and gas.

Choosing the right wood for your stove is crucial to ensure the best combustion and heat output. There are many types of wood that can be used for burning such as eucalyptus, Wood Stove Technology ash, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus, which is quick-burning, but also offers plenty of heat, is a great option. However, it should be well-seasoned. Beech is also a great choice, but it's difficult to handle because of its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it so long as you follow the guidelines. It's a robust, durable burner with a 10-year Body Warranty and a strong construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves continue to be popular despite the confusing regulations that are thrown at them. In fact, some groups are calling for tighter restrictions and even a complete ban on stoves that burn wood, so it's worth checking out our guide on stove pollution and regulations prior to you shop for an updated log fire or multifuel burner.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies which is working to keep woodburners in demand. They've released a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's an DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner that has a large glass door that gives an amazing flame image. It also has an airwash system which prevents the accumulation of soot.

With a maximum heat output of 4.9kW, this is a great stove to heat the majority of rooms. It's very easy to operate and maintain. The curvaceous lines and classic style makes it a great choice for both traditional and modern design. This model can be easily fitted into smaller recesses due to its flat back design. It is also easy to install direct air systems using this model, which will improve the efficiency.

Another fantastic feature of this stove is its built-in ash dump, which makes it very easy to remove and clean out ashes on a regular basis which reduces the risk of odours and dust getting into the room. You can select between two kinds of flue adaptors depending on your chimney type. It is also available with wireless remote control.

wood burning stoves near me-burning stoves create a beautiful atmosphere in our homes regardless of whether they're healthy for us. However, it is important to keep in mind the effects of particulate matter and the ways that burning wood and other kinds of fuels can affect the quality of our indoor air and health. So, if you're going to install a woodburner it is recommended you keep the door shut when you're not in the vicinity of the fire, and clean the stove to ensure that the indoor air is as healthy as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner provides a beautiful ambience to a room, it's not just relaxing to watch the flames flicker, but it can also help to lower blood pressure. There are some issues though, research has found that older stoves can cause harm because they release tiny soot particles that can get in your breathing system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log burners have higher standards. This helps reduce smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and more importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to comply with a brand new standard and this is where the Go Eco 5kW Plus stands out, this multi-fuel stove not only meets but exceeds the new standards. The stove comes with a widescreen viewing glass that lets you see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean thanks to a powerful air washing system. This stove has an impressive 80% energy efficiency rating and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, which means it already meets European emission limits for wood-burning stoves which will be in place in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough the stove comes with an air venting kit for free making it much easier than ever before to set up. This is a robust stove made of high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black and it's easy to keep clean as the body is coated with an enamel that keeps dirt and grime out.

The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and verified to be environmentally friendly and efficient. This goes above and beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's one of the few stoves that have the full five-star ClearSkies rating, which means you can be certain that this woodburner is as efficient as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player among wood burner brands with a unique style that is not to be missed. They specialize in small, do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved an enviable reputation due to their low flue-draught requirements, hotplate tops and integral ovens as well as a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model exemplifies their focus on branding, and also shows that they are able to provide the best quality product at a price that won't break the bank. This DEFRA approved woodburner is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully conforming to the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with the level five ClearSkies credentials. It is the perfect choice for those who aren't sure what the future direction of the directive is and want to feel secure that their log burners will remain free of smoke control regulations.