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Choosing a Defra Woodburner

To ensure compliance with the law, anyone living in a smoke-control area must use a DEFRA-approved cooking stove. These are stoves that have been independently tested to ensure that they burn smokeless and wood in compliance with the law.

From the outside, there is hardly any difference between an DEFRA approved stove and an unapproved one. Many modern stoves can even be modified to become DEFRA certified using the help of the manufacturer of the stove.

Clean Burn Technology

A Defra approved stove uses clean burning technology to minimise the waste produced when fuel is burned. This technology allows pre-heated, filtered air to be introduced into the combustion chamber. The air is mixed with gaseous emissions from the flame and is used to burn unburned hydrocarbons. This helps reduce the amount of smoke escapes from fireplaces and has a positive impact on asthmatics suffering from respiratory issues.

This technology is used in many modern wood burners and stoves and this is one of the main reasons that they are more eco-friendly than older stoves or open fires. If you reside in a zone of smoke control and you want to legally burn logs on a stove that burns wood, you'll need a DEFRA exempt appliance that has passed the stringent smoke particle emissions tests to be classed as clean burn.

If you own an DEFRA approved stove then to fully benefit from the emission reduction technology, it is best to use low moisture content wood. It is best to have the wood dried for at least two years in order to reduce the moisture content to less than 20 percent. You can determine the level of moisture in your wood using a simple moisture meter.

Using a DEFRA registered stoves approved stove that has Clean Burn technology will reduce your energy bills as well as help keep the environment cleaner. The patented clean burn system reduces the amount of smoke particles that are released and this can have a positive impact on people suffering from respiratory issues. Regular maintenance of your stove and flue system is important to ensure that it is operating at its maximum efficiency and to avoid blockages.

Clean Burn offers a range of waste oil heaters that will help you reduce your energy bills. Clean Burn offers a variety of reliable waste oil furnace and boiler models that will allow you to generate free heat from your own industrial or commercial waste oil. Each unit is powered by Clean Burn's unique Heat Recovery Technology, which recycles waste oil and converts it into a renewable energy source. Clean Burn has a vast network of dealers who provide excellent customer service prior to, during and after the sale. They also provide a comprehensive warranty that covers the heat exchanger and combustion chamber of their equipment for 10 years or 15,000 hours.

Smoke Exempt Appliances

To be Defra Exempt the stove must pass a rigorous test designed by the UK Government's Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to ensure it can be used in smoke-free areas. A Defra Exempt stove will often be referred to as a DEFRA stove or an SE stove. It has been cleared by DEFRA to permit burning both wood and approved manufactured smokeless fuels in the UK Smoke Control Areas.

If you live in the UK city or large town that is classified as Smoke Control Area then it is important to have a Defra Exempt Woodburner to avoid breaking the law and potentially facing a significant fine. This is because a wood-burning stove can only be legally used using a Smoke Control certified appliance and certain fuels that are approved.

A Defra Exempt Stove will mean that your chimney and flue system will stay cleaner for a longer time as the stove won't emitting harmful levels of smoke into the air also. Even if you don't live in an area designated as a Smoke Control Area, a Defra stove is still a great option as it is more eco-friendly and friendly to neighbours since it will produce far fewer amounts of nuisance smoke than an un-Defra approved stove.

Regular maintenance is the best method to ensure your stove performs at its peak and maximizes its energy efficiency. This involves cleaning the chimney and flue regularly. Stoves that are regularly cleaned and maintained will perform better than those that aren't, meaning that you will be saving more money in the long run by owning a Defra stove.

When it comes to choosing a new stove, there are many things to think about, from the physical size of the heater to the power output it will bring to your room. It is also important to think about what fuel you will be using and if you will need to operate it in a Smoke Control Area.

Eco-Friendly

The latest Ecodesign wood burners have been designed to minimize their impact on the environment. They do this through secondary and tertiary combustion systems which help reduce harmful particle emissions and conserve fuel. They also burn wood at more temperature than other stoves. This results in the logs burning more efficiently and releasing less pollutants. These eco-friendly models can also be more efficient than older models, saving you money.

The Ecodesign logo that is displayed on our woodburners signifies that the stove is compliant with new regulations imposed by the European Union, as well as UK laws regarding protection of the environment. These Ecodesign log burners are engineered for maximum efficiency and have an efficiency of 70 percent over the course of a season. They also have a secondary clean burn system, which is controlled by a chrome lever located at the base of the stove. This mechanism opens and closes the vent that pulls air from above the fire and reburns any smoke initially generated by the fire. This results in less emissions being released and helps to keep your chimney and flue system in good condition for longer.

We recommend that all of our customers consider Ecodesign stoves when shopping for woodburners. Not only do they offer clean, efficient combustion and less emissions, but they can also be more cost-effective than other models and Defra Stove are available in a range of styles that will complement your home's style.

Stoves that are DEFRA list stoves approved

Back in the day the people could use whatever they wanted to burn on their fires. This resulted in huge amounts of smoke escaping into cities and towns across the country. This led to a variety of health issues and the government realized they had to address the issue. Smoke Control Areas were created that prohibit all smoke emissions from residential properties except when they are using an approved stove that is authorised to use fuel.

If you reside in a smoke-control zone, you must have a Defra Smoke Exempt woodburner to legally burn wood. You could be fined if you break the law.

Neighbour Friendly

Wood burning stoves are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. This is due to the recent increase in demand from urban areas. However, it is crucial to know and follow rules regarding log burners to avoid fines or legal actions. The best way to accomplish this is to use a DEFRA approved stove that is in compliance with strict emission standards. There are many ways to identify whether a stove is DEFRA approved, including checking the label or looking at the specifications on the website of the manufacturer.

The DEFRA approval stamp on a stove shows that the stove has been subjected to rigorous testing and has met strict emissions standards that allow it to be used in smoke-control areas. The stove will also burn less fuel and produce less harmful pollutants. This is an important aspect to look for when purchasing an appliance. It will ensure you get the best out of your purchase, and that you are able to use it legally in smoke-control zones.

To lower emissions from your stove, it's also important to only use kiln dried or seasoned wood. Kiln drying decreases the amount of moisture present in the wood, which in turn reduces the amount of pollutants emitted when wood is burned. It could take up to two years for wood to dry naturally therefore if you plan to burn wood in a smoke control area it is recommended to purchase a log store or hire a chimney sweep to dry the wood for you. When buying wood be sure to look for the Woodsure Ready to Burn logo. This means that the wood is not high in moisture.

The UK has laws that regulate harmful particulates produced by coal and wood burning. These tiny particles can trigger respiratory issues, cardiovascular disease and even dementia. Research has shown that wood-burning stoves account for 23 to 31% of London's PM2.5 pollutants. It is therefore important to adhere to the regulations when purchasing a new stove and be aware when using it in smoke-controlled zones.