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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Nestor Martin Stanford 12 Plus Cooktop stove

Nestor Martin Stanford 140+ 12 kW Cooktop StoveRRP £3,649.00£3,100 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 £1,179.00£895 inc. VAT

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Stovax Stockton 4 Ecodesign stoveRRP £1,335.00£1,040 inc. VAT

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Stovax Stockton 5 Ecodesign stoveRRP £1,425.00£1,180 inc. VAT

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Stovax Stockton 8 Eco two door flat top multifuel stoveRRP £2,055.00£1,605 inc. VAT

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Hereford 5 SE Widescreen Multifuel StoveRRP £1,336.50£1,035 inc. VAT

The new Broseley Hereford 5 SE widescreen stove.

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AGA Ludlow EC5 stove£1,025 inc. VAT

The Aga Ludlow upholds the enduring Aga tradition, delivering solid craftsmanship and efficient performance in multifuel stoves.

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Pumpkin Stack£1,599 inc. VAT

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Baked Pumpkin with rearflue adapter£1,799.90 inc. VAT

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Baked Pumpkin Stack - with rearflue adapter£1,999 inc. VAT

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Mendip Loxton 3 CooktopRRP £1,129.00£960 inc. VAT

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.

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Arada Stratford 20b boiler stoveRRP £2,799.00£2,545 inc. VAT

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Arada Farringdon Small Eco stoveRRP £1,749.00£1,575 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 stoveRRP £2,037.00£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 stoveRRP £2,490.00£2,240 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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AGA Ellesmere EC4 Stove£936 inc. VAT

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.

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