A Large Wood Burner May Release Harmful Particulates Into the Air
Wood burners are great to heat rooms, but new data suggests that they also emit harmful pollutants into the air. These tiny particles, PM2.5, have been linked to lung and heart issues as well as dementia.
This DEFRA Ecodesign stove is sleek and contemporary, heating rooms quickly and with minimal delay. The large flame view and airwash system help this stove look great in any setting.
The Blithfield
The Blithfield is an EcoDesign-ready and DEFRA-approved wooden burner that seamlessly blends modern and traditional styles. It has stunning fire visuals thanks to its huge porthole-esque window that's kept clean by an airwash system and is specifically designed to burn logs as well as cooking, and it comes with a warming shelf as well as a fiddle rail. It's also easily customizable with the handles and controls available in the choice of brass or chrome and with a choice of six different colours to fit your home.
Each Clock stove has a unique clockwork control which allows them to be one of the most controlled available on the market in terms of flame and heat output. This means they are also carefully engineered to meet the 2022 emission requirements of Ecodesign, the UK-backed EU regulation that aims to improve our air quality.
This is accomplished by drawing in pre-heated secondary air from the bottom of stove, and controlling the burning rate using a separate air control. This permits for extremely low emission. This stove is one of the most efficient large stoves available. It has an DEFRA approved and Smoke Control Area exemption firebox, and can burn wood up to 20% moisture.
Stovax has taken the classic design of their Sheraton wood burning stove and incorporated it with a state-of-the-art, highly efficient and low emission combustion system to create a wood burner that will fit seamlessly into the traditional and contemporary settings. Its beautiful bevelled door frame, as well as the cornicing add to the aesthetics while the innovative firebox design allows for extraordinary clean burning, making it SIA Ecodesign Ready and suitable for areas that control smoke.
There are two variations of the Sheraton that are available: the log store version that can be placed flush with the chimney breast that is chambered, and a standard leg model that's ideal for fitting into an inglenook opening. Both models have a maximum heat output of 5kW, and offer excellent fire viewing through an enormous glass window. The stoves are available in various finishes such as the matt black model shown. They can also be customized with optional extras such as stainless steel or brass handles or a direct air kit. Enter your postcode to locate the nearest installer or dealer. For more information about the Sheraton stove, or to book a showroom visit to view these stunning stoves live, please enter your email address above.
The Huntingdon
A large wood stove is a great way to add a bit of traditional charm to any home. It's also a fantastic heating option, especially when it is well-engineered and has good seasonal efficiency. New log burners must meet strict health and environmental standards that include limiting the emission of smoke up to 5g carbon monoxide every hour. To lessen the impact on your home, it's essential to select a stove that has a wide flame with a large window, a strong airwash system to keep the glass clear and a movable door handle for safety and convenience.
The Huntingdon from Stovax is a large traditional stove that fulfills these specifications. The dedicated multifuel and wood-burning stoves both DEFRA exempt and feature an impressive heat output. They also come with an extensive viewing area to enjoy spectacular flame views and the multifuel model has a unique riddling grates that are closable burning logs. Both models come with a choice of a clear or a tracery glass door that gives them a more Gothic look. They are suitable for any room including country cottages to modern townhouses.
These stoves are incredibly efficient in terms of energy consumption and boast an A+ efficiency rating, which means that the fuel you use is utilized as efficiently as possible. The Huntingdon also comes with a second air-control, which lets you adjust your fireplace to a continuous state of operation, which can help reduce fuel costs, and lowering emissions.
The wood-burning versions of the Huntingdon feature a choice of either a plain or chancery arched door for added customisability as well as the multi-fuel version is purchased with an external riddling kit for easier cleaning and maintenance. Both models are available with a graphite or black finish to match your existing decor.
All Ecodesign stoves are built to the maximum of 5g CO2 per hour, which means that they are much less harmful than older models. This is a massive improvement, as older stoves can emit more than 20g of CO2 each hour, which could be harmful to your health and increase your risk of respiratory problems.
The Chilli Penguin Defrost
The name implies, this 4.7kW stove is designed to defrost windows after a wintry walk or cook the family dinner. This Ecodesign and DEFRA exempt Stovax product uses a new clean burn system that has three different features to achieve its remarkable efficiency. Combining secondary heat retention glazing, combustion jets and air flow diverts helps to keep the internal temperature high which results in a more complete burning of the fuel gases. This reduces harmful emissions and also reduces the amount of particles released in the atmosphere.
The result is an extremely efficient stove that also comes with an impressively large glass windows that lets you see the fire inside. There is a choice of colored handles and a chrome pedestal that is curved to suit your interiors. conservatory wood burner has a large flat surface to place kettles and pans on.
The Pengiun, like all Stovax stoves, has passed all necessary tests and inspections. It is only suitable for burning wood and smokeless fuels that have been approved by DEFRA. If you use fuels that are not authorised you could face fines of as much as PS1,000 per hour due the amount of particles that are released into the air.
This is accomplished through the new clean-burn system which has been upgraded with a pre-heated feed of air which is introduced into the combustion chamber through jets and channels over the fire. The pre-heated air ignites the volatile gases created by the fuel which results in a more complete burn and a reduction in harmful emissions. It also introduces an air wash, also known as a cushion of air, which is directed at the glass to give you better views of the flames.
This combination of systems ensures that the new Penguin stove is in compliance with the most stringent emission standards and is classified as an "Ecodesign" stove. It emits less than 20 mg/m3 when you burn wood, and 16 mg/m3 if you use smokeless fuels.
The Go Eco
Studies have shown that old-fashioned wood-burning stoves release tiny sooty particles in the air. They are a major cause of poor air quality, which has been linked to lung and heart issues, dementia and breathing issues. Modern models are DEFRA-approved and made to higher standards, so you can still enjoy a cozy log fire at home.
The Go Eco large wood burner is a wide version of the popular standard stove and is also DEFRA exempt and SIA Ecodesign ready, meaning it is already compliant with European emission limits due to come into force in 2022. It has a large window to watch the flames, and an airwash system that keeps it clean. It boasts an 80% energy efficiency rating and 5kW heat output. The larger model means it can be inserted into larger chimney openings and can be used for a variety of installation options.
As its name suggests it's the ideal large wood burner for those who like to glamp, but it's equally good for any home installation. This dual fuel stove comes equipped to boil water, cook and then burn logs. It's a level five clearSkies stove that means it creates 90% less pollution than an open flame and more than 80% less than a 10-year-old stove.
The GO ECO stove is a multi-fuel stove that is approved by DEFRA. It boasts an efficiency of 80% rate and a power output of 5kW. It's also a five-level clearSkies stove. This means it's perfect for smoke control areas and can be used with any kind of wood, including softwood and kiln-dried timber. It's easy to use and comes with a variety of different installation options, such as benches, pedestals or a wall mount. It has the porthole window, which is cleaned by the airwashing system. It's also suitable for glamping.