The Best Woodburners
Wood burners are known to reduce blood pressure and relax. What about the tiny soot particles released by them?
Fortunately, the latest stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can enjoy a warm and cosy home without compromising on your environmental commitments.
1. Ekol Edge
The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, but doesn't compromise on performance. It is a great choice for those who live in smoke-free areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs, or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output also makes it a great option for larger spaces, and the generous fire glass offers a beautiful view of the flames.
It features a contemporary steel body, which means it can be incorporated into traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It comes with an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot accumulation. The stove is extremely efficiency during the winter months, which means that a high percentage of the heat it produces is transferring into your home rather than being lost to the chimney.
Wood burners have been the subject of a lot of criticism recently since it was proven that they contribute to microscopic sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 which has been linked with lung and heart problems. Modern models that are compliant with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to produce these sooty particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution created by burning fossil fuels such as coal and gas.
It is important to choose the appropriate wood for your stove to ensure the most efficient heat output and combustion. Many types of wood can be utilized, including eucalyptus as well as ash. wood burner fireplace is fast-burning but also provides a lot heat, is a great option. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is also a great choice, but it's difficult to handle because of its thorns.
The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it so it is if you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner that's built to last, featuring solid 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 extremely popular, and despite the directive maze that is surrounding them, they're not going anywhere. Some campaign groups have called for tighter regulations and even a ban on log burners. 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 a company that is doing its part to ensure that woodburners remain popular. They have launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's an DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner that has a large glass door that provides the best flame image. There is also an airwash system that prevents the accumulation of soot.
This stove is easy to use and has a an output of 4.9kW. The curved lines and classical design makes it ideal for traditional and contemporary style. This model can be easily fitted into smaller spaces due to its flat back design. It is also easy to install direct air systems using this model, which will improve the efficiency.
This stove also has a built-in ash dump that makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them frequently. This helps reduce the risk of odours and dust escaping the room. You can select between two types of flue adaptors, according to the chimney type you have. It is also available with a wireless remote control.
As the debate rages about whether wood burning stoves are good for your health, we can all agree that they create beautiful ambiences in our homes. It is important to think about the health effects of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you are installing an appliance that burns wood, it is recommended that you close the door when not interacting with the flame. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air as healthy as it can be.
3. Go Eco 5kW Plus
It's enjoyable to watch the flames flicker and can reduce blood pressure. However, it's not without its problems though, research has found that older stoves can cause a lot of harm because they release microscopic soot particles that get into your respiratory system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log stoves have higher standards. This helps reduce creosote build-up, smoke leakage and, most importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.
New woodburners have to meet a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that meets, but exceeds these new standards, but also exceeds them. The stove features a large-screen viewing glass that lets you see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean thanks to a powerful air washing system. This stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it can be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets 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 for free making it much easier than ever to put it in place. It's a durable stove made of 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 wards off dirt.
The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and confirmed to be environmentally friendly and efficient. This is above and over the minimum requirements laid out by Ecodesign. This is one of only a few stoves in our list that carry the five-star clearSkies rating.
4. Chilli Penguin Defrost
A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become an established player in the wood burner market with a distinctive style that is not to be missed. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements, integral ovens and hotplate tops as well as a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic example of their focus on brand and shows that they can offer a premium product at an affordable price that isn't too expensive. This DEFRA approved woodburner can 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 certification. It's the ideal choice for those who don't know what the future direction of the directive is and want to be confident that their log burners will be free of smoke control regulations.