Defra Approved Back Boiler Stoves

There are many things to think about when selecting the best stove for your home. The appeal of dual function is only one of many things to think about.

Back boiler stoves that have been approved by DEFRA are a great solution to these problems. This is because they provide the absolute minimum amount of combustion air, resulting in there is a very small amount of smoke.

Clean Burn Technology

A back boiler stove that is DEFRA Approved Eco design stoves-approved is an excellent choice if you want a clean burning stove that can warm your home and provide hot water to your radiators. These stoves have an integrated steel boiler that can be used for heating your central heating system as the fire burns within the stove, this means it's a much more efficient way to use wood burning stoves.

The majority of our defra-approved back boiler stoves feature a pre-heated airwash system that keeps the glass doors free of ash and soot deposits. They also have secondary combustion technology that is able to reburn any unburned particulates that were produced during the initial burn. This helps keep the flue gas clear, which results in more efficient burning process and lower fuel costs.

Certain of our stoves have been independently tested and certified as Defra SE (Smoke Exempt). They achieve this by having an adjustment on the top air vent to prevent you from closing it completely which will cut off the oxygen supply to the fire - this causes it to smolder instead of burning cleanly, resulting in more pollutants being released into the air.

The moisture content of the fuel could be a major element in the amount of smoke that is emitted from a stove. We suggest that you burn dry, seasoned wood with a moisture content of less than 20% to ensure your stove is burning as efficiently and as effectively as you can. The majority of our Defra approved stoves come with a built in moisture sensor that will adjust the rate of combustion accordingly when using damp or wet wood.

Some manufacturers have gone one step further to increase efficiency by adding a second clean burn system. This is controlled by a chrome lever on the bottom of the stove. It opens and closes an air vent that draws air over the fire, reburning smoke produced from the initial process of burning. This makes our Defra SE approved stoves even more efficient, which means you could save even more on your energy bills.

Easy to Clean

A defra-approved back boiler allows you to run both your central heating and hot water through the same system. This is accomplished by running a loop through the other taps on the back boiler (there are typically two) to the hot water tank, then using thermosyphoning to bring the warmth into the home. This will ensure that your boiler never runs out of hot water as it will be supplied from the tank.

To keep your stove operating at its best performance you need to clean it frequently. To begin, ensure the stove is cold. Then wipe down the main body and doors of the stove with a clean cloth. We would recommend using a microfiber cloth, as these are far less harsh than cotton ones.

It is a good idea after wiping down the stove's interior, to clean the glass. A glass cleaner can help to remove any marks and stains that remain and can be purchased from most hardware stores. It is recommended to use the glass cleaner sparingly since too much of it can cause damage to the glass's surface.

Over time the seals that cover your stove's doors and glass will begin to wear down. This can lead to gaps which can leak heat and therefore it is crucial to replace these seals once a year. Depending on the model that you pick it is possible to do this quickly and easily with stove rope that is available from the majority of hardware stores.

If you have a defra approved stove with an Eco Design 2022 compliant back boiler that means the combustion process is much more efficient than traditional wood-burning stoves. This is because the newest technologies have reduced the amount of combustibles part-burned that release into the atmosphere. This has made stoves that are compliant more eco-friendly, and are also much more affordable to run.

A back boiler stove is always more expensive than a standard multifuel stove since it produces more hot water. It's still a cheap way to heat your house because it can be used for central heating as well as hot-water.

Easy to Install

Boiler stoves are able to provide heat for the room and hot water to your central heating system, which makes them a fashionable work horse that can be an efficient and cost-effective solution. In contrast to other multi-fuel stoves that require connection to an existing gas boiler a wood burner with back boiler can connect directly to your mains hot water and DEFRA Approved Eco Design Stoves central heating supply and eliminate the need for a separate heating system.

A wood burning with back boiler could be used to run your heating system entirely using renewable energy sources which makes them an eco-friendly choice than other stoves. In addition, because they burn logs and pellets, they generate fewer emissions than oil or gas heating systems, which makes an ideal choice for those concerned with the impact their energy usage is having on global warming.

Installing a wood-burning stove with a boiler is fairly simple. It is essential to ensure that the stove is installed correctly and connected to your heating system. This is best accomplished by a qualified heating technician. They can assist you in making sure that the stove is fitted correctly and is connected to the right systems, and also making sure that all safety features are in place.

Defra Approved stoves, or DEFRA approved traditional stoves Exempt Stoves as they are sometimes referred to they have met the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) requirements for smoke emission levels. They are able to be utilized in Smoke Control Areas. They have been modified and tested to ensure that they produce a very efficient burn and can be used with smokeless or wood fuels.

DEFRA approved stoves like the Defra Exempt Dunsley Yorkshire or our best-selling Hi-Flame Aidan can provide a very efficient burn while producing very little harmful emissions. They have been evaluated in accordance with the Eco-Design regulations, which set limits on the amount of particulate matter (PM) and CO2 NOx and organic gases that a stove can emit in normal operation.

Suitable for Smoke Control Areas

The majority of UK cities and towns are classified as Smoke Control Areas and burning logs on older stoves or open fires can lead to a fine for producing smoke emissions that are nuisance to the public. If you choose the right appliance for your home, Defra-approved back boiler stoves are not subject to these restrictions.

Wood burners that are not subject to Defra are designed with Clean Burn technology, which ensures that the fuel is burned efficiently and produces little smoke. This means that you are able to have a beautiful fireplace even if you live in a smoke-free zone, but you will need to limit your use of logs to authorised mineral fuels that are smoke-free.

To comply with DEFRA approved contemporary stoves requirements, these stoves feature airtight chambers to control precisely airflow and typically use triple airflow systems to ensure that any combustion byproducts are burnt up before they are able to escape the chimney. This reduces nuisance smoke and reduces the accumulation of soot which could block the flue or reduce gas efficiency.

It is essential to purchase a Defra-approved stove from a reputable local retailer who can make sure that the right size stove is selected for your area to ensure maximum heating efficiency and is installed correctly by a HETAS-registered installer. They can also assist you in choosing the best chimney liner to ensure a safe and efficient installation. They can also provide advice on whether your home needs any additional ventilation.

Modern DEFRA approved stoves are far superior to traditional open fires or wood burning stoves. They offer a minimum 75 percent efficiency, which not only reduces your carbon footprint but also saves you money. Defra approved back boiler stoves can be used in smoke controlled areas and require a minimum 6mm stainless steel twin-wall flexible chimney liner. This is cheaper than the more substantial 12mm liners required for Ecodesign stoves.

If you're in doubt as to whether your home is in a smoke-free zone, contact your local council. They can provide you with the latest information. Most reputable stove makers have a Defra-exempt classification in their product line to help you to identify these appliances.