The Best Woodburners

Wood burning stoves are known to reduce blood pressure and help relax. But what about the tiny sooty particles they release into the air?

Fortunately, the latest stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can have cozy and warm home without breaking your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't compromise on performance. It's a great option for those 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 heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large-sized rooms. The huge fire glass also allows you to enjoy the flames.

It is equipped with a modern steel frame, which means it can be used in both traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It comes with an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot build-up. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it transfers a large percentage of the heat generated to your home, instead of being directed up the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of many criticisms in recent years since it was demonstrated that they contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air, known as PM2.5 that has been linked with lung and heart issues. However, modern models that comply with the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to produce these particles. They're only a tiny portion of the overall pollution generated from burning fossil fuels, such as gas and Used coal, but there is no doubt that wood burners are a source of this pollutant.

Choosing the right wood for your stove is essential to ensure optimal heating and combustion. There are many types of wood that can be burned, including eucalyptus, ash hazel, beech, and hazel. Eucalyptus is fast-burning and also produces plenty of heat, is a great option. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is also a good choice, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to meet the new regulations. It's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it as long as you follow the guidelines. It is a heavy-duty, durable burner with a 10-year body warranty and a robust construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves remain extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. Some groups have called for tighter regulations and even the ban of log burners. It's worth reading our guide on stove pollution and regulations, before you shop for an all-fuel or log fire.

One company which is making an effort to keep the popularity of woodburners high is Arada Stoves, who have recently launched a widescreen model of their popular Holborn 5 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 to avoid soot from accumulating.

With a power output of 4.9kW This is a great stove for the majority of rooms. It's extremely easy to operate and maintain. The curving lines and classical design makes it suitable for both modern or traditional design. This model is easily placed in smaller spaces due to its flat back design. It is also easy to install direct air systems on this model, used which will increase the efficiency.

Another great feature of this stove is the built-in ash dump, which makes it easy to clean up and remove ashes on a regular basis and reduces the risk of odours and dust escaping into the room. You can select between two kinds of flue adaptors dependent on the chimney type. It is also available with a wireless remote control.

wood burning stoves for sheds-burning stoves create a beautiful ambience in our homes, regardless of whether or not they are good for health. It's important to consider the health effects of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're going to have a woodburner installed, it is recommended that you shut the door when not tending the fire. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to ensure that the indoor wood burner stove air is as healthy as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing to watch the flames flicker, and it can help reduce blood pressure. There are some issues though, research has found that older stoves can cause harm because they release tiny particles of soot that end up in your breathing system. New regulations are in place to ensure that log stoves are up to the highest standards. This will cut down on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only meets, but surpasses these new standards, but also exceeds them. The stove features a large-screen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean with the powerful air cleaning system. This stove boasts an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it can be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready, which means it already meets the European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions that will be in force in 2022.

If that wasn't enough the stove comes with a free air venting kit, making it easier than ever before to set up. This is a robust 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.

This stove is the clearSkies label, which signifies that it was independently tested and verified 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 entire five-star ClearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand that has a unique style that should not be overlooked. They specialize in small, do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens as well as a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model exemplifies their brand focus and also demonstrates that they can still provide a superior product at a cost that isn't too costly. This DEFRA approved woodburner can be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully conforming to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also has the level five ClearSkies certification. It is a great choice for those who are unsure where the directive is heading and want to rest assured that their log burner remains exempt from smoke control regulations.