What is a Defra Approved Stove?
A defra-approved stove is a wood-burning stove which has been approved by the UK Government Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. This allows them to be used in Smoke Control Areas in the UK.
Defra the English government department that is responsible for the environment, food production standards agriculture, and a thriving rural economy. Defra has also developed robust protocols for managing notifiable illnesses.
Approved by Defra
Defra approved wood stoves and multi-fuel stoves comply with the government's emission standards for use in Smoke Control Areas. These new standards don't prohibit wood stoves from being used in smoke control areas however they restrict the amount of smoke that can be generated by the stoves.
At ESSE we are pleased to carry a large range of stoves that are defra approved 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 out of the chimney and also leaves a smaller ecological footprint.
Defra approved products can be used for cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces like farm equipment, buildings, and vehicles. The Animal and Plant Health Agency maintains the Defra approved list of disinfectants. additional resources charge a fee to obtain new back-to-back approvals of trade names. APHA may also retest a disinfectant's efficacy at anytime. This can be performed without submitting an actual sample. The results will then be added to the approved list of disinfectants.
Approved for Smoke Control Areas
Smoke Control Areas are found in numerous areas of the UK. This means that you are able to only use exempt appliances or burn fuels that are approved. This is in order to reduce the amount of air pollution created by burning unauthorised fuels, which can cause nuisance smoke and ash to 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 offers a variety of wood and multi-fuel stoves as well as fireplaces and fires that are DEFRA approved for use in Smoke Control Areas.
These stoves have passed strict DEFRA emissions tests and meet the minimum levels of smoke that are permitted in Smoke Control Areas. These stoves can be used with a variety fuels, such as logs, anthracite, semi-anthracite coal, briquettes, or manufactured smokeless fuels such as heat logs. They can also be used to burn gas, electricity or low volatile steam, or a combination of these. You can find an exhaustive list of approved fuels on the DEFRA website.
When selecting a stove to your home, search for the DEFRA logo, which can be found on the website of the manufacturer or in their showrooms. If they have the logo then you are aware that the stove is Defra approved for use in smoke-controlled areas and can be used to burn wood in these zones. You'll still need to use a chimney liner that is suitable, however the narrower 5kW stoves are typically more affordable and easier to install than larger models since they can be used with a 5" twin wall stainless steel liner instead of the standard 6" liner.
If you don't have a DEFRA approved stove you may be eligible to obtain an authorization from your local authority to burn non-approved fuels in your home. You'll need to go to the DEFRA website to see whether you qualify for an exemption. There are specific rules that must be followed like installing a smoke detector. It is also important to note that if you have an open fire, BBQ or garden chiminea, you'll need to follow the same guidelines as Smoke Control Areas.
Approved for Smokeless fuels
To be defra-approved wood burners must be able to burn smokeless fuels authorised by the government, without generating excessive emissions. These fuels are often referred to as 'Smokeless Coal or "Heat Logs which have been subjected to rigorous tests to ensure they meet the requirements set by Defra for Smoke Control Areas. These fuels are an excellent alternative to real logs since they are much cleaner and produce less smoke than seasoned logs.
Before the rules for smoke control zones were in place, residents could use any kind of fuel they wanted to and this led to a lot of air pollution which caused health problems for those living in urban areas. Since the rules came into place, Defra has worked to reduce the amount of pollution in these areas by regulating what is allowed to be burned in fireplaces and stoves.
If you live in a smoking area, it is important that your stove is Defra approved to avoid costly fines. Even if you don't reside in a smoking-controlled area, investing in a defra-exempt stove is worthwhile. They are safer for your chimney system as well as the environment.
Defra approves wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves that have been tested to ensure compliance with the UK's Smoke Control Areas legislation. If you're buying a new stove make sure it is branded with a Defra approved badge. This will guarantee that it meets all the required regulations.
There are two ways to become Defra approved. One method is to make your stove and the fuels Defra approved by having them tested, which is very expensive. You can also purchase a Defra-approved stove and only use fuels that are Defra-approved. It is cheaper to buy an approved stove from Defra, but you should still consult your local council first if you are not sure whether you live in a smoke control area.
In England 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 agricultural, environmental and fisheries issues. The department was established in 2001 following the merger of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAFF), the Department of Environment, Transport and the Regions (DETR) and is part of the Home Office. The department is overseen by one 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. These stoves can be used in smoke exempt areas and can burn various types of fuel including wood, coal, and logs. They are available in a variety of sizes and styles and can be either freestanding or inset. They are the ideal stove for those who want to reduce their heating costs and reduce their carbon footprint.
The Defra Logo is easily identifiable and widely used in the industry. The Defra logo can be located on the title and specification sheet of various stoves. It signifies that the stove can burn fuels that are authorised within areas that are smoke-free. Some stoves will also have a SE (smoke-exempt) logo which means they can be installed legally in a smoke-controlled location when burning approved fuels.
Wood burning stoves that have been inspected by Defra offer the latest in clean combustion technology and are generally more efficient. A number of top stove makers such as Arada, Burley, Parkray and Stovax have created secondary and tertiary combustion systems to improve the efficiency of their stoves.
If you live in a smoke-free zone and do not have a DEFRA approved stove, then you could be punished up to PS1000. To avoid this, you should make sure that your stove is DEFRA approved prior to buying it.
A DEFRA approved stove is the most efficient way to warm your home whilst being environmentally friendly. Whether you live in a smoke control area or not an area that is smoke-free, a DEFRA approved stove can help you save money on your energy bills and prevent smoke from causing trouble for neighbors. You're sure find the perfect DEFRA-approved wood burning or multifuel stove for your home. There are even a few models that are both DEFRA approved and Eco Design-2022-compliant, which means you get the best of both! Explore the options and find out the options available.