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The Best Woodburners

Wood burning stoves are known to lower blood pressure and help relax. But what about the microscopic sooty particles that they release into the air?

The good news is that new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can enjoy a warm, cozy home without breaking your environmental responsibilities.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, yet doesn't compromise on performance. It's a great choice for those living in areas with smoke restrictions since it comes with the Level 5 ClearSkies credentials, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned logs and approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it an excellent choice for large rooms. The huge fire glass also permits you to enjoy the flames.

It is equipped with a modern steel body, which means it can be incorporated into traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding spaces. It has an integrated air wash system that keeps the glass clean and prevents the build-up of soot. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it transfers a large percentage of the heat it produces to your home instead of being directed up the chimney.

The recent criticism of contemporary wood burning stove burners has grown, since it was found that they could contribute to the production of microscopic sooty particles called PM2.5. These particles have been associated with lung and heart problems. Newer models that meet the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to produce these sooty particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution that is produced by burning fossil fuels such as coal and gas.

The right Wood Burning Stoves On Sale (Muse.Union.Edu) for your stove is crucial to ensure the highest heating and combustion. There are a variety of wood that can be used for burning in your stove, including eucalyptus, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus is a great choice since it burns quickly and produces a lot of heat, but it needs to be well prepared. Beech is another great choice however its thorns that are vicious make it difficult to handle with protective gloves.

The Ekol Adept is designed to meet the new regulations. It's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it so long as you adhere to the guidelines. It's a powerful burner that is durable and comes with a 10-Year Body Warranty and a sturdy construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves remain extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that surrounds them they're not going to disappear. In fact, some campaign groups are calling for much stricter restrictions, and even a ban on log burners, so it's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you buy an updated log fire or multifuel burner.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies which is working to ensure that woodburners remain popular. They have launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a large door glass, which gives you an excellent flame picture and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot accumulation.

With a maximum heat output of 4.9kW this is a great stove to heat most rooms and it's also extremely simple to maintain and use. The curved lines and classical design make it suitable for modern or traditional design. The flat back design means that it can be inserted into smaller recesses, and it's easy to install a direct-air system to boost the efficiency further.

The stove also comes with an ash dump built-in, which makes it easy to clear ashes and clean them regularly. This decreases the chance of odours and dust escaping the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the chimney type you have, and it's available with the option of a remote control.

Wood-burning stoves can create a wonderful ambience in our homes, regardless of whether they are good for health. It is important to think about the health consequences of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're going to install a woodburner it is recommended you keep the door closed when not tending the fire. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to ensure the indoor air is as healthy as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's enjoyable to watch the flames flutter and can reduce blood pressure. There are some issues however, research has revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm as they produce tiny particles of soot that end up into your breathing system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log burners are up to the highest standards. This will cut down on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to comply with a new standard and this is where the Go Eco 5kW Plus stands out, this multi fuel wood burning stoves-fuel stove does not just meet but also exceeds the new standards. It has a widescreen glass viewing window that gives you the best view of your flame and is maintained clean by a powerful air wash system. The stove boasts an impressive 80% efficiency rating. It's DEFRA exempt, meaning it can be used in areas that are smoke-free. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means it already meets the European restrictions on the emissions of portable wood fireplace-burning stoves that will be in effect in 2022.

This stove comes with a free air vent kit. It's now easier to install than it has ever been. This is a sturdy unit that's made from high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and confirmed to be eco-friendly and efficient, this goes beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. This is one of only a few stoves in our list that carry the full five-star clearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand that has a maverick style that shouldn't be missed out on. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves, which have earned them popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements, hotplate tops and integral ovens and a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is an excellent illustration of their brand's focus and shows that they can deliver a superior product for an affordable price that isn't too high. This DEFRA approved woodburner near me is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully in compliance with the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also comes with level five ClearSkies qualifications. It is a great option for those who are unsure which direction the directive is headed and want to rest assured that their log burner remains exempt from smoke control regulations.