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The Best Woodburners

The relaxation and blood pressure-reducing benefits of a wood stove have been well-documented. But what about the tiny sooty particles that they release into the air?

Luckily, new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. You can enjoy an inviting and cozy home, without compromising your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but does not sacrifice performance. It is a great choice for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs, or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large rooms. The large fire glass also lets you to enjoy the flames.

It features a contemporary steel body that allows it to be used in both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding spaces. It comes with an air wash system that keeps the glass clear and stops the accumulation of soot. The stove is extremely efficient, which means that it transfers a large percentage of heat produced into your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.

The recent criticism of wood burners has increased, as it was shown that they could contribute to the production of tiny sooty air particles referred to as PM2.5. These particles have 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 portion of the total pollution created by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal, however there is no doubt that wood burning stoves for sale burning stoves are a source of this pollutant.

It is essential to choose the correct wood for the stove in order to get the highest efficiency of heat and combustion. There are a variety of wood types that can be used, including eucalyptus and Ash. Eucalyptus is a good choice because it's fast-burning and provides a lot of heat, but it requires to be seasoned. Beech is also a great choice, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it so long as you adhere to the guidelines. It's a robust burner that is durable and comes with a 10-Year Body Warranty and a sturdy construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves continue to be popular despite the confusing guidelines that surround them. Some campaign groups have pushed for tighter regulations and the ban of log burners. It's worth reading about our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, prior to shopping for the latest multifuel or log fire.

One company that is making an effort to keep the popularity of woodburners up is Arada Stoves, who have recently released a widescreen version of their renowned 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.

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 modern decor. The flat back design means it can be fitted into shallower recesses, and it's easy to set up a direct air system using this model to boost the efficiency further.

Another excellent aspect of this stove is the built in ash dump which makes it simple to clean and remove the ashes regularly which reduces the chance of odours and dust escaping into the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the type of chimney you have, and it's also available with an remote control.

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

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner can add a wonderful ambience to a room, it's not just relaxing to watch the flames flicker but it can also help to reduce blood pressure. There are some issues though, research has found that older stoves can cause a lot of harm due to the production of tiny particles of soot that end up into your respiratory system. This has resulted in new regulations being put into place, which means that new log burners need to meet higher standards. This reduces the risk on creosote leakage, smoke accumulation and, most importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must comply 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 features a large-screen glass view window that provides a great flame view, and is maintained clean by a powerful air wash system. This stove has an impressive 80% efficiency rating. It is DEFRA exempt, meaning that it can be used within smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets European restrictions regarding the emissions from wood-burning stoves that will be in force in 2022.

As if that weren't enough, this stove is supplied with a free air venting kit making it simpler than ever to install. This is a robust model made of premium 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.

This stove has a clearSkies label, which signifies that it has been independently tested and confirmed as environmentally friendly and efficient. This is above the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves on our list that has the complete five star clearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as great as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner manufacturer with a maverick style that shouldn't be overlooked. They are known for their small wood burning stoves for sale multi-fuel stoves with a wide range of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is an excellent illustration of their brand's focus and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at the price that's not too high. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current 5g/hr emissions limit. It also comes with the level five ClearSkies credentials. It's the ideal choice for those who aren't sure where the directive will go and want to be confident that their log burners are exempt from smoke control regulations.