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The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are known to reduce blood pressure and help relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot that they release?

The good news is that new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can have an inviting and cozy home without compromising on your environmental obligations.

Ashley Hearth 1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't compromise on performance. It's an excellent choice for those living in smoke controlled areas as it has Level 5 ClearSkies credentials, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned wood and approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large-sized rooms. The huge fire glass also lets you to enjoy the flames.

It is made of modern steel, and therefore is able to be used in traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It has an air wash system that keeps the glass clean, and prevents soot accumulation. The stove has excellent efficiency during the winter months, which means that a significant portion of the heat it produces is being transferred into your home rather than being lost up the chimney.

The criticism of wood burning stoves has increased, because it was discovered that they may contribute to the creation of microscopic sooty air particles referred to as PM2.5. These particles have been linked to heart and lung problems. However, newer models that are made to comply with the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. They are just a small 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 primary source of this pollutant.

Choosing the right wood for your stove is essential to ensure the best heat output and combustion. There are a variety of wood types that can be employed, including eucalyptus and ash. Eucalyptus is a good choice due to its rapid burning and provides a lot of heat, but it needs to be well prepared. 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. It's clearSkies-rated and Defra-exempt, which means you can use it as long as you follow the guidelines. It's a robust sturdy burner with a 10-year Body Warranty and a robust construction. Its heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are still very popular and despite the directive muddle that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. In fact, some groups are calling for much more stricter restrictions and even a complete ban on log burners, so it's worth reading our Guide Gear Portable Wood Burning Stove for Outdoors to stove pollution and regulations before you buy new log fires or a multifuel burner.

One company which is trying to keep the popularity of woodburners at a high is Arada Stoves, who recently launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass that provides 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 use and maintain. Its curving lines and classic design make it ideal for both traditional and modern design. This model is easily fitted into smaller spaces because of its flat back design. It is also simple to install direct air systems on this model, which will increase the efficiency.

This stove also has a built-in ash dump that makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them up regularly. This reduces the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you are using, and it's equipped with an remote control.

Wood-burning stoves create a lovely atmosphere in our homes, regardless of whether they are healthy for us. But, it's important to keep in mind the effects of particulate matter as well as the way that burning wood and other types of fuels can impact the quality of our indoor air and health. So, if you're planning to have a woodburner installed it is recommended that you keep the door closed when not tending the fire. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to ensure the air is as healthy as is possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing watching the flames flicker, and it can help reduce blood pressure. But it's not all good news. Studies have shown that older stoves are harmful due to the tiny particles of soot which can enter your respiratory system. New regulations have been put in place to ensure that stoves meet higher standards. This will reduce creosote and smoke leakage and, more 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 not just meets, but exceeds the new standards. It has a large, clear viewing window that gives you an excellent view of the flame, and is kept clean with an air wash system that is powerful. This stove has an impressive efficiency rating of 80. It's DEFRA exempt, which means it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means it already meets European restrictions on the emissions of wood-burning stoves that will be in effect in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with an air venting kit for free making it much easier than ever to install. It's a robust little appliance, that has been built using high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte Ashley Hearth AW1820E Black Wood Stove Insert. 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 eco-friendly and efficient, this is above and beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves that has the full five-star clearSkies rating which means you can be certain that this woodburner is as good as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big player in the wood burner market with a unique style that shouldn't be overlooked. They are known for their small multi-fuel stoves, which come in various sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a perfect example of their focus on branding, and also shows that they can still provide a superior product at a price that won't break the bank. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emissions limit of 5g/hr. It also has ClearSkies level five certification. It is an excellent choice for those who aren't sure which direction the directive is headed and want peace of mind that their fireplace remains exempt from smoke control regulations.