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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Ekol Clarity 8 low stove£999 inc. VAT

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Ekol Clarity 12 low stove£1,299 inc. VAT

The Clarity 12 stove can be run between 4 and 12 Kw's and is available as a low or high model.

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ACR Buxton stoveRRP £1,198.80£1,015 inc. VAT

The larger 5kw ACR Buxton multifuel, stove suitable for smoke controlled areas.

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ACR Ashdale stoveRRP £1,425.00£1,140 inc. VAT

The Ashdale is one of the larger kw output models from ACR, giving out 7kw, making it suitable for a medium sized room.

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Arada Ecoburn 5 S3 Widescreen stoveRRP £1,698.00£1,530 inc. VAT

The Arada Ecoburn 5 is also available in a widescreen model.

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Mendip Woodland DC StoveRRP £1,835.00£1,560 inc. VAT

The Mendip Woodland Stove is an attractive 4.5 kW multifuel stove with a decent sized fire box and options for direct air.

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Woodpecker WP5Q-LSRRP £1,245.00£1,120 inc. VAT

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AGA Ellesmere EC5 Stove £1,010 inc. VAT

AGA Ellesmere EC5 Stove

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Charlton and Jenrick Go Eco High Line 5kW Plus StoveRRP £809.00£565 inc. VAT

We really like the highline model; it has a look which is both a bit unusual and unique. With a high efficiency rating above 80% and EcoDesign 2022 ready. The big fire window is also a really popular feature at the moment!

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