The Best Woodburners
The relaxation and blood pressure-reducing benefits of a wood burning stove are well-documented. What about wood burning stove small released by the wood burners?
The good news is that new stoves are designed with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. You can have an inviting and cozy home, without compromising your environmental commitments.
1. Ekol Edge
The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but doesn't compromise on performance. It's a fantastic choice for people who live in smoke-free areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs, or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output also makes it an ideal option for larger rooms, and the generous glass firebox provides a stunning view of your flames.
It has a modern steel body that allows it to be installed into both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding spaces. It is equipped with an air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and avoids the build-up of soot. The stove is highly efficient, meaning that it can transfer a significant amount of heat produced to your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.
Wood burners have been the subject of many criticisms in recent years because it has been shown that they can cause microscopic sooty particles in the air called PM2.5, which has been linked to lung and heart problems. Modern models that are compliant with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. They're only a tiny part of the overall pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, such as gas and coal, however there is no doubt that wood burners are the main source of this pollutant.
It is crucial to select the right wood for the stove to ensure the best efficiency of heat and combustion. Many types of wood can be utilized, including eucalyptus as well as ash. Eucalyptus, which is quick-burning, but also offers lots of heat, is a great choice. However, it needs to be well-seasoned. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to manage due to its thorns.
The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. wood burner fireplace 's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it as long as you adhere to the guidelines. It's a robust burner that is built to last, featuring a robust construction and 10-Year body warranty, back by its impressive heating performance.
2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen
Wood burning stoves remain extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that is surrounding them and their use, they're going to stay. Some campaign groups have called for tighter regulations and even a log burner ban. It's worth reading our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, before you decide on the latest multifuel or log fire.
Arada Stoves is one company which is working 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 large door glass, which gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system to avoid soot build up.
With a power output of 4.9kW This is a fantastic stove for all rooms. It's extremely simple to operate and maintain. The curvaceous lines and classic design make it suitable for modern or traditional design. This model is easily fitted into smaller recesses due to its flat back design. It is also easy to install direct air systems on this model, which will increase the efficiency.
Another great characteristic of this stove is its built-in ash dump, which makes it very easy to clean up and remove the ashes regularly which reduces the risk of odours and dust escaping into the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you have, and it's also equipped with an remote control.
As the debate rages about whether wood burning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they create a wonderful ambience in our homes. However, it's important to keep in mind the effects of particulate matter as well as the ways that burning wood or other forms of fuels can affect the quality of our indoor air and health. If you are installing an appliance that burns wood, it is recommended that you close the door when not tending to the flame. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to keep the air as healthy as it can be.
3. Go Eco 5kW Plus
It's soothing to watch the flames flicker and help lower blood pressure. But there's not a lot of good news. Studies have shown that older stoves are dangerous because they release microscopic particles of soot that can get into your respiratory system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log burners meet higher standards. This helps reduce creosote build-up, smoke leakage and, more important, harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.
New woodburners must be in compliance with a brand new standard and this is where the Go Eco 5kW Plus stands out. This multi-fuel stove not only meets, but surpasses the new standards. It has a large, clear view window that provides a great flame view, and is kept clean with a powerful air wash system. This stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it can be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets the European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions that will come into effect in 2022.
If that wasn't enough the stove comes with an air venting kit that is included making it much easier than ever to put it in place. This is a sturdy stove made of 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 verified to be sustainable and efficient. This is above and over the minimum requirements laid out by Ecodesign. It's one of the very few stoves we've reviewed that has the full five-star clearSkies rating so you can be sure that this woodburner is as great as it gets.
4. Chilli Penguin Defrost
A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big player in the wood burner market with a unique style that is not to be missed. They are renowned for their small multi-fuel stoves with various options and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a perfect example of their focus on branding, and also shows that they are able to provide an excellent product at a price that won't cost you a fortune. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully compliant with the current 5g/hr emissions limit. It also has ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It is an excellent choice for those who are not sure where the directive is heading and want to rest assured that their stove remains exempt from the smoke control regulations.