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What is a Defra Approved Wood Burning Stove? If you live in a region where smoke is controlled, it's crucial to purchase a DEFRA-exempt stove. A DEFRA exempt (or SE) stove permits you to burn wood legally in a smoke-controlled zone. The stoves are tested independently to ensure the lowest possible emissions. Stoves with this status typically carry the logo 'Defra-approved' in their name or on their specifications. Approved for Smoke Controlled Areas Many people think that living in a Smoke Control Area means you can't use a wood-burning stove but this isn't the case. Most cities and large towns are within a smoke control zone, but that doesn't mean they aren't able to use a wood burning stove. It's just that they have to burn approved fuels in their stove (usually Briquettes). The Defra approved stove is a type of wood-burning stove that has been tested to ensure it meets certain standards in relation to the emissions it releases when burning authorised fuels and consequently, it is able to be legally used in smoke control Area. The Defra logo is widely used by the industry and a large number of the stoves approved bear SE after their name, meaning they are smoke free. To be SE approved the stove must satisfy strict emission criteria. This means that you can be confident you are purchasing the top wood stove available. If you are searching for a wood-burning stove which is Defra-exempt, or has SE after its title You will see that the manufacturer may have taken measures to ensure that there are sufficient air intakes on the front of the stove to allow for full combustion of fuel, and that the size of the chimney outlet is sufficient to avoid soot accumulation. This is important as it helps to ensure that the smoke from the stove does not escape through the chimney and enter your home. A stove that is Defra-approved permits you to install a 5” liner that is in compliance with UK building regulations. Non-Defra-approved stoves require an 6” liner. Stovax is proud to offer a range of Defra-approved stoves and fireplaces as well as our Ecodesign Ready stoves which have been designed with future standards for air quality in mind. In fact, many of our Defra approved stoves are also able to be used with a smoke control kit for properties located in a Smoke Control Area and so can be used with a variety of approved smokeless fuels, including fire logs. Approved for Smokeless Fuels The only stove that can be used within a smoke-control zone is a DEFRA approved wood burner, also known by the name DEFRA exempt. This stove should be used with solid fuel, that is wood, which is best seasoned. They are inspected by the government to ensure that they don't create excessive levels of smoke and can be used with 'authorised' fuels (coal only). The difference between the difference between a DEFRA approved stove and one that is not typically is very small. With a kit from the manufacturer, many contemporary stoves can be made DEFRA certified in a matter of minutes. This is because a Defra approved stove must undergo rigorous testing and must be restricted to the amount of smoke it is able to produce. To ensure that the restrictions are kept the stove must be able to limit its combustion air to ensure that it doesn't starve itself of oxygen which can cause it to smolder. This is accomplished by an opening mechanism that lets the air in the firebox when it is burning. It is usually hidden in the stove or under the base of the fire box. Stove World UK offers a vast selection of DEFRA approved stoves from some of the best brands in the country including Stovax, Arada and Burley. These are available in a vast variety of styles and finishes. Choose from a wide range of Ecodesign stoves that are designed to meet future demands for air quality. Smoke Control Zones are predominantly in large towns and cities. You can visit the website of your local authority to find out whether you are in one of these. If you reside in a zone that is smoke-free, it is crucial that you purchase a DEFRA approved stove for your property, to avoid being fined by the local authority. This is because if you use 'unauthorised fuel in an unapproved stove, like coal or other solid fuels and you are fined up to PS300. Approved for Wood A DEFRA approved wood stove also called a smoke exempt stove is an appliance that can be utilized in a Smoke Control Area when burning wood. The stove will be marked with the Defra approved symbol or the word 'SE' in the title, which means it can only be used in smoke-controlled areas when you burn approved fuels. In this instance, wood. Many older wood stoves emit large amounts of particulate matter. These can lead to or worsen respiratory problems, asthma attacks and heart problems. This is why it is essential to buy a new wood stove that is compliant with the strict emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Look for a “EPA 2020 Certified” label, which signifies that the stove is in compliance with the emission limits that are currently in place. If you purchase an appliance that isn't EPA certified and you reside in a smoke-free zone you must have it recertified before you can use it. It can be costly and time-consuming, but the law requires it. Homeowners who sell a house with wood stove that is not certified may be subject to tax credits or fines related to the clean air. Most modern stoves can be modified to be Defra approved with an adjustment kit or a kit provided by the installer. This is because the primary difference between a DEFRA approved stove and those that aren't is the combustion air management system which regulates the amount of air that passes through the stove in normal operation. The modification will usually be located on the bottom of the firebox or in the base. Some manufacturers produce two different versions of a wood stove: one that is Defra-approved and the other not. This is due to the process of putting a stove through the strict Defra tests is very expensive in order to recover some of the cost, they'll offer the non-approved version at a lower price. The DEFRA approved version will have been able to have the modification to the combustion air performed as part of the testing procedure. Approved for Gas Before the Clean Air Acts were brought into effect, residential homes could use any type of fuel they wanted which resulted in large amounts of smoke emissions and health problems. To combat this Defra created Smoke Control Areas which meant that homes in residential areas couldn't emit any smoke from their wood burners or multifuel stoves unless the appliance was Defra approved to burn only approved fuels like manufactured smokeless coals and anthracite. Defra approved SE (Smoke-Exempt) Stoves have been put through rigorous testing in order to prove they can burn authorised fuels cleanly in a Smoke Control Zone. They accomplish this by using the most advanced combustion technology that continuously delivers a minimum amount of secondary air to the firebox, so that even when the stove is operating with authorised fuels such as anthracite or manufactured smokeless coals it can still comply with the regulations of Defra for Smoke Control Areas. The Stove Yard has a large selection of Defra-approved stoves that are ideal for those who live in a smoke control area and require a new wood-burning fireplace. We have a broad collection of traditional, contemporary and inset Defra approved stoves from industry-leading manufacturers such as Stovax, Arada, Burley and AGA. The good part is that there's any noticeable distinction in appearance between a Defra approved woodburning stove and one which isn't, however the Defra approved models have various features that are designed to ensure they burn cleaner. They usually have a slightly different grate and air vents, and on gas versions they might have a slightly smaller flue outlet. DEFRA approved wood burning stoves Approved Stove will almost always have five” flue outlet (125mm). This means that you can choose a smaller stainless steel twin wall flexible liner, which is less expensive than a 6” (150mm). This is beneficial when putting an approved wood burning stove from Defra into an old or nonstandard chimney stack. It saves money on the cost of relining a chimney with a larger diameter liner.