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What is a Defra Approved Stove?

A defra approved stove is a wood-burning stove that has been tested and passed by the UK Government's Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. This allows them to use in Smoke Control Areas within the UK.

Defra the English government department which is responsible for the environment, food production standards agriculture, and a thriving rural economy. Defra also establishes robust protocols to manage notifiable diseases.

Approved by Defra

Defra approved stoves, also referred as Defra smoke-free stoves, are wood burning and multi fuel stoves that meet the requirements of the government's emission standards for use in Smoke Control Areas. These new standards don't prohibit wood stoves from being employed in smoke control areas, but they do restrict the amount of smoke generated by these stoves.

We are pleased to offer a wide range of defra-approved stoves from top brands like Arada, Burley Parkray, and Stovax. All of our approved stoves have the latest technology for clean burning. 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, such as buildings, farm equipment and vehicles. The Animal and Plant Health Agency maintains the Defra approved list of disinfectants. They charge a fee to obtain new back-to-back approval of trade names. APHA can also retest a product's efficacy any time. This is done without submitting an actual sample. The results will be added to the approved list of disinfectants.

Approved for Smoke Control Areas

Many areas 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 to lessen the amount of air pollution caused by burning fuels that are not authorised, which cause nuisance smoke and ash. The majority of cities and towns are in this category. To avoid breaking the law and getting a fine you must only use the Defra Burning Mdf approved fireplace, stove or fire to burn wood logs. Stovax offer a variety of wood and multi fuel stoves, fires and fireplaces that are DEFRA approved for use in Smoke Control Areas.

The stoves have passed the strict DEFRA emissions tests and meet the minimum levels of smoke allowed in Smoke Control Areas. These stoves can be used with a variety fuels, including logs, semi-anthracite and anthracite coal, briquettes, or manufactured smokeless fuels, such as heating logs. They can also be used to burn electricity, gas, low volatile steam coal or a combination of these. You can find an inventory of all the approved fuels on the DEFRA website.

When selecting a stove to your home, look out for the DEFRA approved high-quality stoves logo that can be seen on the manufacturers website or at their showrooms. If the stove has the DEFRA logo, then you can be certain that it is Defra-approved use in smoke-controlled areas and can burn wood within these zones. You will still need an appropriate chimney lining however, the smaller 5kW stoves are able to be fitted with a 5" twin-wall stainless steel liner instead of the standard 6" liner.

If you do not have an DEFRA approved stove, you may be able to get an authorization from your local authority to burn unapproved fuels in your home. You'll need to check the DEFRA permitted stoves website to determine whether you are eligible for an exemption. There are certain rules to be adhered to like having a smoke detector installed. Also, you must adhere to the rules of Smoke Control Areas if you have a garden chiminea or BBQ.

Approved for Smokeless fuels

To be approved by the defra, wood burners need to be able burn smokeless fuels that are approved by the government, without generating excessive emissions. These fuels, also known as 'Smokeless coal' or Logs are tested to ensure they meet the specifications of the Defra's Smoke Control Areas. These fuels are a great alternative to logs made from real wood, because they are less smoky and produce less fumes than traditional logs.

Before the regulations for smoke control areas were put in place residents could burn anything they wanted, which caused an abundance of air pollution which led to health issues for those living in urban areas. Since the regulations were put in place, Defra worked to reduce the amount pollutants in these areas. They did this by regulating kinds of fuels that can be used in fireplaces and stoves.

If you live in a smoke-free zone, it is essential that your stove be Defra approved to avoid heavy fines. Even if you do not reside in a smoking-controlled area buying a defra-exempt stove is worth it. They are safer for your chimney and the environment.

Defra has endorsed wood burning stoves as well as multi-fuel stoves that have passed the UK Smoke Control Areas legislation. When you purchase a new stove, make sure that it has the Defra approval badge so that you can be sure that it is compliant with the regulations required.

There are two primary methods to become Defra-approved. The first method to become Defra-approved is to have your stove and fuels tested. This is an extremely expensive procedure. You can also purchase a stove that is Defra-approved and only use fuels that are Defra-approved. It is cheaper to buy a Defra approved stove, but you should still check with your local council first if you aren't sure if you live in a smoke control area.

In England in England, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is responsible for environmental protection and control, including air quality. It also leads for the United Kingdom in international negotiations on agricultural, fisheries and environmental issues. The department was established in 2001 when it was merged with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the Department of Environment, Transport and the Regions and some of the Home Office. It is managed by an appointed cabinet member who is accountable to the Prime Minister and other cabinet members.

Approved for Multi-fuel Stoves

DEFRA approved stoves have been tested for low emissions and high efficiency. These stoves are suitable for smoke-free areas and can burn wood, coal and logs. They are available in different sizes and styles, and are installed or freestanding. They are the ideal stove for those who wish to reduce their heating costs and reduce their carbon footprint.

The Defra logo is easy to spot and is widely accepted by the industry. The Defra logo is often seen on the title and specification sheets of various stoves. It signifies that the appliance can burn approved fuels in smoke controlled areas. In some instances, the stove may also bear an SE (smoke exempt) logo after it which indicates that the stove can be legally installed in a smoke-control area when burning fuels that are approved.

Defra approved wood burning stoves are typically more efficient than older models and come with the latest technology for clean combustion. Numerous top stove manufacturers, such as Arada Burley Parkray Stovax, have developed secondary and third-generation combustion systems to increase the efficiency of their products.

If you live in an area where smoking is regulated and you're not using a DEFRA-approved stove you could be subject to an amount of fine up to PS1000. You can avoid this by ensuring that the stove you purchase is DEFRA approved prior to buying it.

A DEFRA approved stove is the best way to warm your home whilst being environmentally friendly. A DEFRA approved wood burning stove will help you save money on your energy costs, and prevent smoke from bothering neighbours. You'll be able to find the ideal DEFRA-approved multifuel or wood burning stove for your home. You can even find a few models that are DEFRA approved and Eco Design 2022 compliant to give you the best of both options! Browse the range and discover what's available.