Multi Fuel Stoves - Are They DEFRA Approved?

When looking to purchase an appliance it is crucial to ensure that your chosen stove is in compliance with all rules and regulations. This includes ensuring that the stove is DEFRA approved for use in smoke control zones for wood burning and approved smokeless coal.

These types of stoves are constructed with separate air controls to provide the right amount of secondary and primary combustion air for both fuels. They also have a removable grate for easy cleaning.

Clean Burn Technology

Multi-fuel stoves are able to be used with a variety of materials, including logs. These include smokeless fuels, anthracite, peat or turf briquettes and more. These materials emit less harmful emissions than logs. Many of our multifuel stoves come with clean burn technology that reduces the amount of particles produced during combustion. Clean burn is also used to describe other specific technologies that help reduce emissions, like pre-heated secondary air or Ecodesign Ready.

In addition we have a variety of multi-fuel stoves come with a raised grate with moving bars or a central riddling grates and an asphan below it that helps to ensure that the combustion conditions are maintained. This makes sure that the combustion process produces a minimum of black smoke when operating. It also allows the removal of the ash from the bottom of the stove. It can be stored in the asphan below for safe disposal.

If you live in an area that is a Smoke Control Area, it's important to buy a Defra exempt wood burning or multi fuel stove that is Defra approved. This ensures that you'll be able to make use of the stove legally provided that it's only burning 'authorised fuels' (as per DEFRA guidelines). The reason for this is that stoves that are not approved by DEFRA are susceptible to slumbering, a condition where the combustion system can be depleted of oxygen, resulting in the formation of black smoke. premium DEFRA stoves approved stoves (or Defra exempt wood burners) have been tested and verified to limit this slumbering and give you peace of mind that your stove will be clean and efficient when operated correctly.

Modern multi-fuel stoves, such as the Gallery Classic 5 Compact and the Stovax Stockton 3 feature a contemporary design with clean lines and smooth surfaces that match any room. They are also available in a variety of colors including traditional black, which gives a timeless look that is a perfect match with a wide variety of interior colour styles. Other popular choices include neutral shades of cream and grey as well as bold hues like red, blue or green which can create a striking statement in any living space.

Defra Approved

In areas of the UK designated as smoke-free stoves that are DEFRA approved can be used. This includes many large cities, towns and urban zones. If you reside in an area that is governed by DEFRA and use unapproved wood or fuel and you are unable to prove it, you could face the possibility of a fine. Stoves that are DEFRA approved will provide the minimum amount of air required for efficient combustion. This means that they produce minimal, if any polluting smoke.

To receive the Defra approval stoves must be tested for emissions and efficiency. The Defra logo is commonly seen on stoves and websites, so it's easy to spot. Many stove manufacturers are improving the products they sell by adding secondary and tertiary components that reduce emissions. This makes their stoves more environmentally friendly and ensures that they can be used with a larger range of fuels.

It is important to verify that the stove is DEFRA-approved prior purchasing a brand new multi-fuel or wood stove. This is particularly crucial if you live in a smoke-control area. If you purchase a stove that's not DEFRA approved even if it is able to be used with approved smokeless fuels, such as anthracite or briquettes you will still be producing nuisance smoke and in breach of the law.

DEFRA approved stoves have an adjustment on the top air vent that stops you from closing it all the way down. This prevents you from depriving the stove of oxygen that could slow its combustion and cause it to start smoking. The more smouldering takes place the more smoke is produced and the less efficient the stove will burn. You should also only ever use dry seasoned hardwood and only smokeless fuels that have been approved for use in the DEFRA approved stove. The smoke produced by damp wood and other wet fuels is excessive, and can upset your neighbors. This is not only illegal, but could also result in expensive fines. If you're planning to install a multi-fuel fireplace that's DEFRA-approved, you'll have to hire an engineer to make sure it is in compliance with building regulations.

Smoke Control Areas

Smoke Control Areas in the UK are mostly located in towns and cities where excessive smoke can be a nuisance for local residents. If you are in a zone of smoke control it is not allowed to use unapproved fuels on open fires or wood burning stoves, except if they are declared exempt. Defra approved wood burning and multi-fuel stoves feature the latest technology to prevent part-burned combustibles from going up your chimney and making them the ideal choice for a smoke-free property.

DEFRA approval is a confirmation that your appliance has been tested and approved to burn all fuels permitted without producing excessive smoke. This is achieved by supplying the correct amount of air to the combustion process in order to ensure that the combustibles remain at their ideal levels. This is why Defra approved wood-burning stoves are more eco-friendly and less likely to block your chimney.

Defra approved wood stoves are a great choice for homes that have smoke controls. They are a safe and safe method of heating your home while still complying with government regulations. We have a range of wood and multifuel stoves DEFRA approved traditional stoves approved for smoke control areas.

A Defra approved stove will have an exemptions list which clarifies which fuels are allowed to be burned in a smoke control zone. This will be predominantly wood (properly seasoned) but could also include household smokeless fuels such as natural anthracite.

All of our wood-burning stoves that are Defra-approved and multi-fuel stoves come with an official certificate from the manufacturer along with an instruction manual for the user and installation instructions that will help you to get your stove operating in a safe manner. It is recommended to have your fireplace installed and maintained by a certified HETAS engineer to ensure that the work is completed in accordance with the building regulations.

Dovre offers a wide range of accessories for your brand new stove that is wood-burning or multi-fuel, including log baskets, mesh guards and a flue liner. For more information on our products, call your local Dovre retailer.

Energy Efficiency

Multi-fuel stoves are an eco-friendly option because they can utilize multiple fuels. Modern multi-fuel stoves are created to provide the best combustion. This means that they can heat your home for less. They can also be used as a supplement to your central heating system and reduce emissions.

You can save money by using energy efficient stoves. They are more fuel-efficient than traditional wood-burning stoves and come in a range of heat outputs from 5kW to 8.5kW.

A multi-fuel stove with triple burn technology will help improve its efficiency. This technology employs three stages in order to ensure that all fuel is completely combusted, resulting a more efficient heating system as well as lower emissions.

Multi-fuel stoves are popular since they offer greater flexibility in terms of fuel selection. This is a wonderful feature for those living in smoke-controlled areas as it allows them to burn both wood or smokeless coal. However you should only use the fuels suggested by the stove manufacturer and not household waste or wood that has been painted or treated.

When buying a multi-fuel stove, be sure that it is suitable for your home and it has the proper flue outlet. Also, make sure that the chimney or flue system is in good condition and that there is sufficient clearance around it (known as the distance from combustibles) to ensure safe operation.

Multi-fuel stoves come in different styles to suit your decor. Some are available in vibrant colours like blue or red. Some have metallic finishes and enamel coated surfaces, which give your home a contemporary industrial style. There are stoves that come with built-in log storage, such as the ACR Malvern Log Store and Mendip Woodland Log Store. This is a convenient way to store firewood.

Although a multi-fuel stove is more versatile than a wood burning stove, you must ensure that it adheres to the strict regulations established by DEFRA to avoid generating unpleasant smoke. If you use a stove that does not comply with these guidelines could result in a fine therefore, you must always follow the directions in your stove's manual.