The Best Woodburners
Wood burners are believed to reduce blood pressure and relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot that they release?
New stoves are made to be in line with the EcoDesign directive. You can have a warm and cosy home, without compromising your environmental obligations.
1. Ekol Edge
The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, yet doesn't compromise on performance. It's an excellent choice for those living in smoke controlled areas as it comes with Level 5 ClearSkies certification, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned wood and approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it a great choice for large rooms. The large fire glass also permits you to enjoy the flames.
It has a modern steel frame which means it can be installed into both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding spaces. It has an air wash system that keeps the glass clean, and prevents soot accumulation. The stove is highly efficient, meaning that it transfers a large percentage of the heat generated to your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.
Wood burners have come under some criticism in recent times because it has been demonstrated that they contribute to microscopic sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 which has been linked to lung and heart issues. However, modern models that meet the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. Wood burners contribute to pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, like gas and coal.
It is important to choose the correct wood for the stove in order to get the best heat output and combustion. There are many types of wood that can be burned such as eucalyptus, ash hazel, beech, and hazel. Eucalyptus is a great choice because it's fast-burning and offers a great deal of heat, however it requires to be and properly seasoned. Beech is also a good alternative, but it's hard to work with due to its thorns.
The Ekol Adept is designed to meet the new regulations. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it as long as you adhere to the guidelines. It's a heavy-duty burner that's built to last, featuring sturdy construction and a 10-year body warranty, which is supported by its impressive heating performance.
2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen
Wood burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing guidelines that are thrown at the use of these stoves. Some groups have pushed for tighter regulations and a log burner ban. It's worth reading about our guide on stove pollution and regulations before you shop for a new multifuel or log fire.
Arada Stoves is a company that is doing their part to keep woodburners popular. They have released a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass, which gives you an excellent flame picture and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot accumulation.
With a heat output of 4.9kW this is a fantastic stove for most rooms and it's also extremely easy to operate and maintain. The curvaceous lines and classic style make it ideal for traditional or contemporary decor. The flat back design means that it can be inserted into smaller recesses, and it's easy to install a direct air system using this model to increase the efficiency even more.
The stove also comes with a built-in ash dump, which makes it easy to clean ashes and remove them regularly. This helps reduce the risk of odours and dust escaping the room. You can choose between two kinds of flue adaptors dependent on the chimney type. It also comes with an wireless remote control.
Wood-burning stoves create a lovely atmosphere in our homes regardless of whether or not they are healthy for us. However, it's important to be aware of the negative effects of particulate matter and how burning wood and other types of fuels can impact the quality of our indoor air and health. If you're planning to have a woodburner installed, it is recommended that you keep the door closed when you're not in the vicinity of the fire, and clean the stove to ensure that the indoor air is as healthy as it can be.
3. Go Eco 5kW Plus
It's relaxing to watch the flames flicker, and it can help reduce blood pressure. However, it's not without its problems though, research has found that older stoves can cause a lot of harm as they produce tiny particles of soot that end up in your breathing system. This has led to new regulations being put in place which means that all new log burners must meet higher standards. This helps to cut down on smoke leakage, creosote build-up and most importantly - harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.
New woodburners must meet a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not just is in compliance, but even exceeds the new standards. The stove comes with a widescreen viewing glass that lets you see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean with a powerful air washing system. The stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it is able to be used in smoke-free areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, which means it is already in compliance with European emission limits for wood burning stoves that will be in effect in 2022.
This stove comes with a complimentary air ventilation kit. It's now simpler to set up than ever before. It's a robust little appliance, that has been built using high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been coated with an enamel that repels dirt.
This stove comes with the clearSkies label, which indicates that it has been independently tested and certified as environmentally friendly and efficient. This goes beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. wood stove of the few stoves that has the full five-star clearSkies rating so you can be confident that this woodburner is as great as it gets.
4. Chilli Penguin Defrost
Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand with a maverick style that shouldn't be overlooked. Chilli Penguin is known for its small multi-fuel stoves, which come in a wide range of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model exemplifies their focus on branding and also shows that they can still provide a superior product at a cost that won't break the bank. This DEFRA approved woodburner can be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully compliant to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also has ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It is the perfect choice for those who don't know what the future direction of the directive is and want to be confident that their log burners are free of smoke control regulations.