Defra Approved Back Boiler Stoves

When choosing a new stove there are a myriad of factors to consider. The appeal of dual function is just one of the many factors to consider.

Back boiler stoves approved by DEFRA are a fantastic solution to these problems. They produce very little smoke because they require the smallest amount combustion air.

Clean Burn Technology

If you're looking for a hygienic burning stove with a big firebox that can be used to heat your home and supply hot water for your radiators, then a defra-approved back boiler stove might be just what you are after. These stoves have an integrated steel boiler capable of heating the central heating system while the fire is burning within the stove. This makes it a more efficient way to use wood burners.

Most of our defra-approved rear boiler stoves have a heated, airwash system that helps keep the glass doors clear of ash and soot. They also have a secondary combustion system that is able to reburn any unburned particulates that were produced during the initial burn. This helps to keep the flue gas clean which results in more efficient burning process and lower fuel costs.

Certain of our stoves have been independently tested and approved as Defra SE (Smoke Exempt). They achieve this by using an adjustment on the top air vent that stops the vent from closing all the way that would shut off the oxygen supply to the fire - this will cause it to smoulder rather than burn cleanly which results in more pollutants being released into the atmosphere.

The moisture content of the fuel could also be a significant element in the amount of smoke that is emitted from an oven. We recommend that you only burn dry, seasoned wood with less than 20% to ensure that your stove is burning as efficiently and as effectively as you can. The majority of our Defra approved stoves come with a built in moisture sensor which adjusts the burn rate accordingly when using wet or damp wood.

Some manufacturers have taken a step further to increase the efficiency of their stoves by including an advanced clean burn system which is controlled by the chrome pull lever located at the base of the stove that opens and closes the vent which draws air over the fire reburning the initial smoke that was produced during the initial combustion process. This makes our Defra SE approved stoves even more efficient, meaning you could save even more on your energy costs.

Easy to Clean

A defra-approved back boiler stove allows you to run your central heating as well as hot water from the same system. This can be achieved by connecting a loop from the other tappings on the back boiler (there typically are two) to your hot water tank then using thermosyphoning to bring the warmth into the home. This also means that your boiler will never run out of hot water, DEFRA Approved Contemporary Stoves since it is fed from the tank.

Clean your stove on a regular basis to ensure its performance is at its best. Begin by making sure that the stove is cold to the touch. Then, clean the main body of the stove as well as the door with a clean, dry cloth. We recommend using a microfiber cloth because they are less harsh.