Defra exempt stoves for smoke control areas

You might like to read more in depth information about The Clean Air Act of 1956 and 1968.

A Defra Exempt stove has passed a lab test where its emissions are measured at its rated output and at a reduced rate. This is to help reduce air pollution in towns and cities that are Smoke Control Areas. A Defra Exempt stove can generally be used to burn wood in a Smoke Control Area - it actually depends what fuel the lab test was carried out with but this is nearly always firewood.

It is worth noting that the Ecodesign legislation, in effect since 2022, establishes emissions limits that are arguably even stricter than those set for Defra Exemption. However, the framework does not include the low output test. We may well see the introduction of an additional low output test for stoves that can be used in Smoke Control Areas after 2022.

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Esse 525 SE designer stoveRRP £1,519.00£1,290.00 inc. VAT

The Esse 525 is a designer stove made here in the UK. One of the things that distinguishes the 525 (apart from its stainless steel tubular legs) is that it is a multifuel stove – most contemporary stoves are woodburning only.

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Stovax Stockton 5 Ecodesign stoveRRP £1,385.00£1,180.00 inc. VAT

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Stovax Stockton 8 Eco two door flat top multifuel stoveRRP £1,995.00£1,605.00 inc. VAT

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Ekol Clarity 8 high stove£1,099.00 inc. VAT

The Ekol Clarity 8 High stove is a tall version. It is Defra exempt for burning wood in smoke control areas.

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MiFires Medium Tinderbox Multifuel Stove£860 inc. VAT

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MiFires Large Tinderbox Multifuel Stove£925 inc. VAT

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Morso Squirrel 1412 smokeless zone stoveRRP £1,350.00£1,285.00 inc. VAT

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Morso 3142 Badger convector stoveRRP £2,099.00£1,995.00 inc. VAT

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04 multifuel stoveRRP £1,749.00£1,660.00 inc. VAT

The Morso 04 is a clean designed UK-style box-shaped stove.

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Nestor Martin Harmony 23 EcoDesign Stove with Nickel Handle£2,835.00 inc. VAT

This multfuel cast iron stove has a nominal heat output between 7-8kw with a pretty decent fuel efficiency of 78%.

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Nestor Martin Harmony 33 EcoDesign Stove with Nickel Handle£3,105.00 inc. VAT

The 9kw nominal heat output of the Harmony 33 will suit larger rooms.

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Nestor Martin Stanford 12 Plus Cooktop stove

Nestor Martin Stanford 140+ 12 kW Cooktop Stove£2,995.00 inc. VAT

The cast iron top of this stove hinges back allowing you to place your cooking pans directly on top of the stove.

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Stovax Stockton 3 Ecodesign stoveRRP £1,145.00£895 inc. VAT

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Stovax Stockton 4 Ecodesign stoveRRP £1,295.00£1,040.00 inc. VAT

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ACR Malvern LS stoveRRP £1,915.00£1,630.00 inc. VAT

The Malvern stove with integral log store.

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Arada Farringdon Small Eco Stove£1,575.00 inc. VAT

The smallest 4.9 kW model is perfect for small homes. Change the standard look by adding the pedestal for a contemporary twist, this lifts the stove for an eye level view of the flames and makes it easier on your back for loading.

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Arada Farringdon Medium Eco stove£1,834.99 inc. VAT

Classic good design and a cast iron door really make the Arada Farringdon medium a classic stove. The Medium gives you a bit of a higher output.

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Arada Farringdon Large Eco Stove£2,240.00 inc. VAT

The Arada Farringdon Large stove has the highest maximum heat output of 12kW which will keep you warm through the coldest of winters. The Farringdon Large is a very controllable stove so you can easily burn it more slowly when you don't need the full 12kW.

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