Val Truitt

A Large Wood Burner May Release Harmful Particulates Into the Air

indoor wood burner burning stoves are fantastic for heating rooms but new data suggests they also release harmful pollutants into the air. The tiny particles known as PM2.5 are linked to lung and heart problems as well as dementia.

This DEFRA approved Ecodesign stove is sleek and contemporary that heats rooms quickly and without any delay. The large flame view and airwash system also help this stove look good in any room.

The Blithfield

The Blithfield is an EcoDesign-ready and DEFRA-approved wooden burner that perfectly blends modern and traditional styles. It features a huge porthole-like glass that is cleaned with an airwash system. It's built for cooking and burning logs, as it includes warming rack and fiddle rail. It's also customisable with handles and controls available in chrome or brass in six different colours to suit your home.

All Clock stoves feature their unique 'clockwork' control which makes them one of the most easily controlled in terms of heat output and flames on the market. This also means that they've been carefully engineered to meet the strict 2022 emissions level requirements of Ecodesign; the UK-backed EU regulation aimed at improving the quality of our air.

This is made possible by the pre-heated tertiary heat being drawn in from the bottom of the stove, and the burn rate controlled with an additional rotary air control that allows for extremely low emissions. With a DEFRA-approved Smoke Control Area exempt firebox and the ability to burn very small wood burner with up to 20% moisture content this is among the best large stoves that are available.

Stovax has taken the classic styling of their Sheraton wood burning stove and combined it with a modern, highly efficient and low emission combustion system to create a log burner that will fit seamlessly into an array of traditional and contemporary settings. The beautiful bevelled door frame, as well as the cornicing make it look more attractive, while the advanced design of the firebox ensures exceptional purity of the burn, making it SIA Ecodesign ready and suitable for areas with smoke control.

There are two versions of the Sheraton that are available: a log store version that can be placed flush with a chambered chimney breast and a standard leg model that's perfect for fitting into an inglenook opening. Both models have a maximum heat output of 5kW and provide great fire viewing from an enormous glass window. They're available in a range of finishes, including the matte black model shown and can be customised with a range of optional accessories like stainless or brass steel handles as well as a direct air kit. Enter your postcode below to find the nearest installer or dealer. For more information on the Sheraton, or to arrange an appointment to visit a showroom to view these stunning stoves in action and in action, enter your email address above.

The Huntingdon

A large wood burner is a great option to add a touch of classic character to any home. It's also a great method to warm your home and is especially effective when it's designed with good seasonal efficiency. New log burners must comply with strict environmental and health standards, including limiting smoke emission up to 5g carbon monoxide every hour. To reduce this impact on your home, it's important to choose the stove with a large flame picture with a generous window, a strong airwash system to keep the glass clean and a door with a removable handle for safety and convenience.

The Huntingdon from Stovax is a large, traditional stove that meets the specifications. The freestanding wood burner-burning and multifuel versions are both DEFRA exempt stoves. They offer the highest heat output and a large viewing window for spectacular flame views and a unique closable grille on the multifuel model to help you when looking to burn wood. Both models are available with a choice of a transparent or a tracery door, which provides them with a more gothic appearance. They are suitable for any space that includes country cottages as well as contemporary townhouses.

They are extremely energy efficient, and come with an A+ rating. This means that your fuel is utilized effectively as it can be. In addition to that, the Huntingdon comes with a second air control that allows you to regulate the heat of your fireplace. This means you can adjust it to operate at a steady state, reducing fuel costs and lowering emissions.

The multi-fuel version of the Huntingdon can be purchased with a riddling kit that allows for easier cleaning and maintenance. Both models are available with a graphite or black finish to complement your existing decor.

All Ecodesign stoves are made to an emission limit of 5g CO2 per hour. This means they are considerably less harmful than older models. This is a massive improvement over older stoves, which can release more than 20g of CO2 per hour, which is detrimental to your health and increase the risk of suffering from respiratory problems.

The Chilli Penguin Defrost

Like the name suggests the 4.7kW stove is designed to defrost windows after a wintry walk or simply cook an entire family dinner. This Ecodesign and DEFRA-exempt Stovax product incorporates three distinct features in its clean-burn system to ensure its high efficiency. A combination of secondary heat retention glazing as well as combustion air jets and air flow diversion helps keep the internal temperatures high, which results in a more complete combustion of the gas produced by the fuel. This reduces harmful emissions, and also reduces the amount of particles released into the air.

The result is an extremely efficient stove that also comes with an impressively large glass window which allows you to see the fire inside. You can pick from a variety of colors and an elegant chrome pedestal that will match your interior. The top loading stove has a large flat surface for kettles and pans on.

Like all stoves manufactured by Stovax and Stovax, the Pengiun complies with the latest Ecodesign regulations and has passed all required tests and inspections. It can only be used for the purpose of burning wood or smokeless fuels that have been approved by DEFRA. If you burn unauthorised fuels, you could be fined as much as PS1,000 per hour due the amount of particles released into the air.

This is achieved by a new clean-burn system that has been upgraded to include a pre-heated feed of air that is introduced to the combustion chamber through jets and channels over the fire. The pre-heated gas ignites the volatile gases released by the fuel, leading to a complete burn with fewer harmful emissions. It also creates an air cushion that is directed at the glass, referred to as an 'air wash' to give you a clear view of the flames.

This combination of systems ensures that the new Penguin stove meets the strictest emission standards and is classified as an "Ecodesign" stove. It emits less than 20 mg/m3 when burning wood and 16 mg/m3 when burning smokeless fuels.

The Go Eco

Studies have shown that old-fashioned wood-burning stoves release tiny particles of soot in the air. These particles are known to cause poor air quality that has been linked to heart and lung issues as well as dementia and breathing problems. Newer models are DEFRA-approved and manufactured to higher standards, which means you can still enjoy a relaxing log fire at home.

The Go Eco large wood burner is a larger version of the popular standard stove and is also DEFRA exempt and SIA Ecodesign ready, meaning it already meets the European emission standards that will be in force in 2022. As with its smaller brother it comes with a massive window that offers a stunning flame view, as well as a powerful airwash system that keeps the glass clean. It comes with an energy efficiency of 80% and 5kW of heat output. The wider model means it will fit in bigger chimney openings and is suitable for a variety of installation options.

Like the name suggests, this is the perfect large very small wood burner burner for those who love to glamp, but it's equally good for any home installation. It's a dual fuel stove that's fully equipped to boil water and cooking and burning logs. It's a ClearSkies level five stove, which means that it emits 90% less pollutants than an open fireplace, and 80% less pollution than a stove older than 10 years.

The GO ECO stove is a multi-fuel stove that is approved by DEFRA. It boasts an efficiency of 80% rate and a heat output of 5kW. It's also a level five clearSkies stove. This means it will work perfectly in areas of smoke control and is compatible with any type of wood, including softwood and kiln-dried timber. It's easy to use and comes with a range of different installation options, such as a pedestal, bench or wall mount. It comes with a porthole window that is kept clean by the airwashing system. It is also suitable for glamping.