What is a Defra Approved Stove?
A defra-approved stove is wood-burning stove that has been approved by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. This allows them to use in Smoke Control Areas within the UK.
Defra is an English government department that is responsible for protecting the environment as well as food production and standards agriculture, as well as a thriving countryside economy. Defra also sets robust protocols to manage notifiable diseases.
Approved by Defra
Defra approved wood stoves and multi-fuel stoves are compliant with the government's emission standards for use in Smoke Control Areas. These new standards don't prohibit the use of wood stoves in these areas, but only impose restrictions on how much smoke they produce when operating.
At ESSE we are pleased to offer a wide selection of defra approved stoves from top manufacturers like Arada, Burley, Parkray and Stovax. All of our Defra approved stoves come with the most recent clean burning technology. They come with secondary and tertiary systems to reduce emissions. This means less smoke coming from the chimney and leaves a less carbon-based footprint.
Defra approved disinfectants are able to clean and disinfect hard surfaces, including farms, buildings, crates and vehicles. The Animal and Plant Health Agency maintains the Defra approved list of disinfectants. They charge a fee for the introduction of new back-to-back approval of trade names. APHA can also retest the efficacy of a product at any point. This is done without submitting samples, and the results will be then added to the approved disinfectants list.
Approved for Smoke Control Areas
Many parts of the UK are classified as Smoke Control Areas, meaning you can only use fuels that are authorised or appliances that are exempt from being used. This is in order to reduce air pollution from burning unauthorised fuels, which can cause nuisance smoke and ash build up. To avoid breaking the law or getting fined, you must only burn wood logs in an approved DEFRA stove, fire or fireplace. Stovax have a wide range of wood and multi fuel fireplaces, stoves, and fires that are DEFRA approved for use in Smoke Control Areas.
The stoves have passed the strict DEFRA emissions tests and have the lowest levels of smoke allowed in Smoke Control Areas. They can be used to burn various fuels, including logs, anthracite or semi-anthracite Briquettes, or manufactured smokeless fuels like heat logs. They can also be used to burn gas, electricity and steam coal with low volatile, or a combination of these. You can find an inventory of all the approved fuels on the DEFRA website.
Look for the DEFRA Logo on the manufacturer's website or in their showrooms when choosing a stove. If they've got the DEFRA logo, then you know that the stove is Defra approved for use in smoke controlled areas and can be used to burn wood in these zones. You will still need a suitable chimney lining, but the smaller Portable 5KW Stove - MultiFuel Iron Fireplace NRG - https://www.fireplacesandstove.com/products/nrg-5kw-portable-stove-multi... stoves can be equipped with a 5" twin-wall stainless steel liner instead of the standard 6" liner.
If you do not have a DEFRA approved stove, you might be eligible to obtain a licence from your local authority to use non-approved fuels in your home. You'll need to check the DEFRA site to see if an exemption is available. There are also certain rules to follow for installing an alarm for smoke. It's also worth noting that if you own an open fire, BBQ or garden chimineas, you will need to follow the same rules as Smoke Control Areas.
Approved for Smokeless fuels
To be approved by the Defra wood burners must be able to burn authorised smokeless fuels, without causing excessive emissions. These fuels, referred to as 'Smokeless Coal ' or 'Heat Logs are subjected to rigorous tests to ensure that they meet the requirements of Defra's Smoke Control Areas. These fuels are an excellent alternative to real logs, because they are less smoky and produce less fumes than seasoned logs.
Before the regulations for smoke control areas were in place, residents could burn whatever they wanted, which caused an abundance of air pollution, which led to health issues for people living in urban areas. Since the rules were put in place, Defra has worked to reduce the amount of pollution in these areas by regulating what can be burned in Fireplaces And Stove - https://www.fireplacesandstove.com/products/nrg-8kw-black-cast-iron-eco-... and stoves.
If you live in a smoke controlled area, then it is crucial that your stove is Defra approved so that you don't face hefty fines for violating the rules. Even if you don't reside in a smoke-free area purchasing a defra exempt stove is worthwhile. They are safer for your chimney and the environment.
Defra approves wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves that have been tested for compliance with the UK's Smoke Control Areas legislation. When buying a new stove, be sure that it has the Defra approval badge to be certain that it complies with the requirements of the law.
There are two methods to get Defra approved. The first way to be Defra-approved is to have your stove and fuels tested. This is an extremely expensive procedure. The other way is to buy a Defra approved stove and use Defra approved fuels in it. It is cheaper to use an approved stove from Defra, but you should inquire with your local council first if you aren't sure if you live in a zone of smoke control.
In England The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is responsible for protecting the environment and control including air quality. It also represents the United Kingdom at international negotiations on environmental, agricultural and fisheries issues. The department was created in 2001 by merging the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the Department of Environment, Transport and the Regions and some of the Home Office. The department is managed by a cabinet member who reports directly to the Prime Minister.
Approved for Multi-fuel Stoves
DEFRA approved stoves are tested to ensure low emissions and high efficiency. They are suitable for areas with no smoke and can be used to burn logs, coal or wood. They are available in different sizes and designs, and can be installed or freestanding. They are perfect for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on heating bills.
The Defra logo is easily identifiable and is widely accepted by the industry. The Defra logo can be seen on the title and specification sheet of various stoves. It signifies that the appliance can burn approved fuels in smoke controlled areas. In some cases the stove will also have an SE (smoke exempt) logo after it which indicates that the stove can be legally installed in a smoke control area in the event of burning fuels approved by the government.
Wood burning stoves that have been inspected by Defra offer the latest technology for clean combustion and are often more Efficient 5KW Portable Eco Stove MultiFuel Cast Iron - https://www.fireplacesandstove.com/products/portable-eco-design-stove-5k... . Numerous top stove manufacturers, such as Arada Burley Parkray Stovax, have developed third-generation and secondary combustion systems to improve the efficiency of their stoves.
If you live in a smoke control area and are not using a DEFRA approved stove, you could be penalized up to PS1000. You can get around this by making sure that the stove you purchase is DEFRA approved prior to buying it.
A DEFRA approved stove is the best option to warm your home whilst being environmentally friendly. If you live in a smoke control area or not but a DEFRA approved stove can help you save energy costs and prevent smoke from causing disturbance to neighbors. We offer a variety of multifuel and wood burning stoves that are DEFRA approved and you'll be able to find the perfect one for your home. There are some models that are both DEFRA approved and Eco Design 2022 compliant to provide you with the best of both options! Explore the selection to find the options available.