The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are known to lower blood pressure and help relax. What about the tiny soot particles released by the wood burners?

New stoves are designed to be compliant with the EcoDesign directive. You can have an inviting and cozy home, without compromising your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but does not compromise on performance. It's an excellent choice for those living in areas with smoke restrictions since it is certified with Level 5 ClearSkies credentials, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned logs and approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it a great choice for fireplacesandstove larger rooms and the large fire glass offers a beautiful view of the flames.

It is made of modern steel, and therefore can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding ones. It comes with an integrated air wash system that keeps the glass clean and avoids the build-up of soot. The stove is extremely efficiency during the winter months, which means that a high percentage of the heat produced is transferring into your home rather than being lost to the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of a lot of criticism recently since it was proven that they contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air called PM2.5, which has been linked with heart and lung problems. However, newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to generate these particles. Wood burners contribute to the pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, such as coal and gas.

It is important to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the best heat output and combustion. There are a variety of wood types that can be used, including eucalyptus and Ash. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning but also provides a lot heat, is a great choice. However, it needs to be well-seasoned. Beech is a great choice, but it's difficult to manage due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to meet the new regulations. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it as it is if you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner that is durable and comes with a 10-year Body Warranty and a strong construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are still very popular and despite the directive muddle that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. Some campaign groups have called for tighter regulations and a ban on log burners. It's worth reading our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, before you decide on the latest multifuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They have released a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a huge door glass that provides an impressive flame image and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot accumulation.

With a maximum heat output of 4.9kW, this is a great stove to heat the majority of rooms. It's extremely simple to operate and maintain. The curving lines and classic style make it suitable for both modern or traditional decor. The flat back design means it can be inserted into smaller recesses and it's very easy to install a direct air system with this model to improve the efficiency of the system.

Another excellent aspect of this stove is its built-in ash dump, which makes it simple to remove and clean out ashes on a regular basis and reduces the chance of odours and fireplacesandstove dust that escapes into the room. There are two kinds of flue adaptors depending on your chimney type. It is also available with wireless remote control.

Wood-burning stoves can create a wonderful ambience in our homes, regardless of whether they're good for our health. However, it's important to keep in mind the effects of particulate matter and the way that burning wood and other types of fuels can affect our indoor air quality and health. If you are installing a woodburner, it is recommended that you close the door when not interacting with the flame. You should also regularly clean the stove to keep the air as clean as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's enjoyable to watch the flames flicker and can lower blood pressure. But it's not all good news. Research has proven that older stoves can be harmful because they emit microscopic particles of soot that could be absorbed into your respiratory system. New regulations have been put in place to ensure that stoves are up to the highest standards. This reduces the risk on creosote leakage, smoke build-up and most importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only meets, but exceeds the new standards, but also exceeds them. It has a widescreen glass viewing window that offers the best view of your flame and is kept clean with an air wash system that is powerful. This stove boasts an impressive efficiency rating of 80. It is DEFRA exempt, meaning it is able to be used in areas that are smoke-free. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, meaning it already meets the European emissions restrictions for wood-burning stoves that will be in place in 2022.

This stove comes with a no-cost air vent kit. It's now easier to install than ever. It's a sturdy little unit constructed with high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been coated with an enamel that wards off dirt.

This stove comes with an clearSkies label, which means that it has been independently tested and verified as environmentally friendly and Efficient Wood Burning Stove: Perfect for Winter Camping!. This goes above and beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. This is one of the stoves on our list that carry the entire five-star ClearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player among wood burner brands with a distinctive style that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved an enviable reputation due to their low flue-draught requirements stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens and a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is an excellent example of their brand focus and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at an affordable price that isn't too expensive. This DEFRA approved woodburner can be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully compliant to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also has the level five ClearSkies credentials. It's the perfect option for those who don't know what the directive will be and want to be confident that their log burners are free of smoke control regulations.