DEFRA Exempt stoves are certified to reduce air pollution, making them suitable for Smoke Control Areas. They pass lab tests measuring emissions at both full and reduced output, typically using firewood. Since 2022, Ecodesign legislation has introduced stricter emissions limits than DEFRA Exemption, though it doesn’t include reduced output testing. Future updates may add this requirement for stoves used in Smoke Control Areas. You might like to read more in depth information about The Clean Air Act of 1956 and 1968.
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!
The Clarity 12 stove can be run between 4 and 12 Kw's and is available as a low or high model.
AGA Ellesmere EC5 Stove
The Loxton 3 Cooktop is a wood-burning stove featuring an elegant cast iron top plate, offering efficient heating and a rustic cooking surface to enhance the warmth and charm of your home.
The AGA Ellesmere EC4 stove has a characteristically deep shape to the door. It is Defra Exempt meaning you can burn wood on it in a smoke control area and it's under 5kW.
The Ekol Clarity 5 stove is small enough to fit into a fireplace opening. It will produce 5 kW of heat, perfect for a small room.
The Malvern stove with integral log store.
The Mendip Luxton 3, this small model, is the baby of the family!
The Ekol Clarity 8 High stove is a tall version. It is Defra exempt for burning wood in smoke control areas.
The Esse 500 SE vista stoves are good looking cast iron 5 kw stoves with an efficiency of over 80% and a large curved topped glass to admire the flames through.