The Best Woodburners

wood burning stoves for sale near me burners are believed to reduce blood pressure and relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot released by them?

New stoves are designed to be compliant with the EcoDesign directive. You can have cozy and warm home without breaking your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It's a great option for people who live in smoke-free areas, since it comes with ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it a good option for larger spaces, and the generous glass firebox provides a stunning view of your flames.

It has a modern steel frame that allows it to be used in both traditional inglenooks and freestanding areas. It comes with an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and avoids the build-up of soot. The stove has excellent seasonal efficiency, meaning that a significant portion of the heat it produces is being transferred into your home instead of being lost to the chimney.

The criticism of wood burning stoves has grown, since it was discovered that they could contribute to the production of microscopic sooty particles referred to as PM2.5. These particles have been linked to lung and heart problems. Newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution created by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal.

Choosing the right wood for your stove is essential to ensure the highest heat output and combustion. There are many kinds of wood that can be used, including eucalyptus and ash. Eucalyptus is a good choice due to its rapid burning and provides a lot of heat, however it needs to be well seasoned. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to handle the upcoming changes to regulations that have been implemented and is Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated. This means you can use it with approved fuels, so long as you follow the guidelines. It's a heavy-duty burner that's built to last, with sturdy construction and a 10-year body warranty, which is supported by its impressive heating performance.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves continue to be popular despite the confusing directives that govern them. Some campaign groups have pushed for stricter regulations, and even a ban on log burners. It's worth reading our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, prior to shopping for a new multifuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies that is doing its part to ensure that woodburners remain popular. They've released a widescreen version for their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood burners Garden Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner with a huge glass door that offers the best woodburning stoves flame image. There is also an airwash system that stops the accumulation of soot.

The stove is easy to use, and has an output of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classical design make it suitable for modern or traditional design. The flat back design ensures it can be placed in shallower recesses. It's also very simple to set up a direct air system with this model to improve the efficiency of the system.

Another excellent aspect of this stove is its built-in ash dump that makes it simple to remove and clean out ashes on a regular basis, helping to reduce the risk of odours and dust that escapes into the room. You can choose between two types of flue adaptors according to the chimney type you have. It is also available with an wireless remote control.

As the debate rages about whether wood burning stoves are good for your health, we can all agree that they create a lovely ambience in our homes. It's important to consider the health effects of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're planning to install a woodburner it is recommended you keep the door shut when you're not in the vicinity of the fire, and clean the stove to ensure the air is as clean as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's relaxing watching the flames flicker and can reduce blood pressure. But it's not all good news. Research has proven that older stoves can be harmful because they release microscopic particles of soot that can enter your respiratory system. New regulations are in place to ensure that stoves have higher standards. This reduces creosote build-up, smoke leakage and, more important, harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not just is in compliance, but even exceeds the new standards, but also exceeds them. It features a large-screen glass viewing window that gives you a great flame view, and is maintained clean by the power of an air wash system. This stove boasts an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it can be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets European restrictions on the emissions of outdoor wood burner-burning stoves that will be in force in 2022.

This stove comes with a no-cost air vent kit. It's now easier to set up than ever before. It's a durable model made of premium 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.

This stove has an clearSkies label, which indicates that it was independently tested and certified as efficient and environmentally friendly. This is above the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. This is one of a few stoves in our list to have the full five-star clearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big brand in the world of wood burners with a maverick flair that shouldn't be overlooked. They are known for their small wood burner stoves multi-fuel stoves with an array of options and sizes. This 4.7kW model exemplifies their brand focus and also shows that they can still deliver a superior product at a cost that won't cost you a fortune. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully compliant with the current emissions limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with ClearSkies level five certification. It's the ideal choice for those who aren't sure what the directive will be and want to be sure that their log burners are free of smoke control regulations.