The Best Woodburners

Wood burning stoves are known to reduce blood pressure and relax. What about the tiny soot particles that they release?

New stoves are made to be in line with the EcoDesign directive. This means you can enjoy a warm, cozy home, and not break your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, yet does not sacrifice performance. It's a fantastic choice for those who live in smoke-free areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can burn dry and seasoned wood burner clearance sale logs or approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it a good choice for larger rooms and the huge fire glass provides a stunning view of your flames.

It has a modern steel frame which means it can be used in both traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It has an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and prevents soot build-up. The stove is highly efficient, meaning that it transfers a large percentage of the heat it produces to your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.

Recent criticism of wood burners has grown, since it was discovered that they may contribute to the production of microscopic sooty air particles called PM2.5. These particles have been linked to lung and heart problems. However, newer models that are made to conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. These are only a small part of the total pollution created by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal, but there is no doubt that wood burning stoves are the primary source of this pollution.

It is important to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the most efficient heat output and the best small wood burning stoves combustion. There are a variety of portable wood burning Stove indoor types that can be employed, including eucalyptus and ash. Eucalyptus is a good choice due to its rapid burning and offers a great deal of heat, however it must be seasoned. Beech is 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 Defra-exempt and ClearSkies-rated, so you can use it as 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 robust construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are still extremely popular, and despite the directive maze that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. In fact, some campaign groups are calling for much stricter restrictions, and even a ban on log burners, which is why it's worth taking a look at our guide to stove pollution and regulations prior to you go shopping for a new log fire or multifuel burner.

Arada Stoves is a company that is doing its part to keep woodburners popular. They have released a widescreen version for their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a large door glass that gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system to prevent soot from accumulating.

This stove is simple to use, and has a heat output rating of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classical design makes it ideal for modern or traditional decor. The flat back design means that it can be placed in shallower recesses, and it's easy to install a direct air system to boost the efficiency further.

This stove also has an integrated ash dump which makes it simple to clean ashes and remove them frequently. This reduces the risk of odours and dust escaping the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the type of chimney you have, and it's also accessible with a remote control.

As the debate rages about whether or not woodburning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they provide a lovely ambience in our homes. It is important to think about the health risks of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you are installing a woodburner, it's recommended to shut the door when not tending to the flame. Also, you should regularly clean the stove to keep the air as clean as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner adds a lovely ambience to a room, it's not only relaxing to watch the flames flicker but it can also help lower blood pressure. However, it's not all positive news. Studies have shown that older stoves are harmful due to the tiny particles of soot which can be absorbed into your respiratory system. This has led to new regulations being put in place, which means that new log burners have to be able to meet the highest standards. This helps reduce creosote and smoke leakage and more importantly, harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must comply with the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only is in compliance, but even exceeds the new standards, but also exceeds them. It has a large, clear viewing window that gives you the best view of your flame and is kept clean with an air wash system that is powerful. The stove boasts an impressive 80% efficiency rating. It's DEFRA exempt, meaning that it can be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means it already meets European restrictions regarding the emissions from wood burning stoves uk-burning stoves which will take effect in 2022.

This stove comes with a no-cost air-ventilation kit. It's now easier to install than ever. It's a robust little appliance, that has been built using top-quality steel. The finish is a classic matt black and it's easy to keep clean because the body is coated with an enamel that keeps dirt and grime out.

The clearSkies label on this stove indicates that it has been independently tested and verified to be sustainable and efficient. This goes beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. This is one of only the stoves on our list that carry the five-star clearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner brand with a unique style that should not be overlooked. They specialize in small, do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved an enviable reputation due to their low flue-draught requirements, stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens as well as a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic illustration of their brand's focus and demonstrates their ability to provide a top-quality product at an affordable price that isn't too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully compliant with the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also has ClearSkies level five credentials. It is a great choice for those who aren't sure what direction the directive is going and want to rest assured that their log burner will continue to be exempt from the smoke control regulations.