Choosing the right wood burning stove that complies to recently implemented DEFRA control regulations within the United Kingdom can be tricky. Especially one that suits your preferences and looks beautiful within your home.
An eco log burner is an essential item for the future if we want to look after our environment for the upcoming generations. An efficient log burner is also a great addition for any property adding to the overall value of your home and creating a main centrepiece to your home interior.
A DEFRA approved stove is a stove that has been tested and approved to burn within smoke controlled areas such as a city or urban locations. This is normally shown by a DEFRA Approved label on each stove.
Defra Approved stoves are more efficient and better for the environment. They produce the minimum level of combustion air and comply with the clean air act. Defra stoves are essential for cities and built up urban areas where the amount of people is more densly populated.
In our top ten list, we have compiled a collection of what we think are the best DEFRA Approved log burners. We have tried and tested all of them so that we can provide the most honest and reputable information. We also consider aesthetic and efficiency values. We showcase different styles for different homes so their should be an eco design stove that will suit everyone.
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*The stoves have been rated in no particular order
10. ACR Malvern 2 Classic
A beautiful 5kW wood burning stove that is DEFRA Approved and eco design ready for 2022. With its classical design and traditional styling it is a compact cast iron stove that punches out the heat.
An efficient design that has a large glass display that takes full advantage of the flames. it has an efficiency rating of upto 84.3% and an energy rating of A+ which is very impressive. A wood burner that not only looks great but kicks out the heat in a very efficient way.
This stove will compliment any fireplace chamber along with a beam and hearth very well. Its design is very versatile and will suit many different styles of home interiors. A brilliant quality stove that is Defra approved for use in smoke controlled areas. The Malvern Classic also comes also comes fully equipped with a powerful airwash system so that the glass doesn’t get dirty whilst using it.
9. ACR Woodpecker 4
Compact and inexpensive considering how well this eco wood burning stove is built. A full cast iron body with an eco design ready 2022 wood burning stove body makes this one of the best options for a small fireplace chamber.
This indoor wood burning makes a great staple for any living room. Perfect for compact fireplace openings. A robust and durabl black wood burning stove that is amazing value for money.
- 4.3 kW Heat Output
- Amazing value for money
- Contemporary Styling
- Large fire window
- Compact stove
The Woodpecker WP4 is the smallest of the stoves in the range. Fully constructed from cast iron, it packs a punch with it’s nominal output of 4.3Kw and is suitable for woodburning.
8. Charnwood Aire 5 Eco Design Wood Stove
This eco log burner is perfect for smaller spaces with an additional store stand that gives this appliance some height.
The Charnwood Aire 5 wood burning stove is a free standing log burner with a classical design. This stove is British made cast iron and built to last!
- 5kW Heat Output
- DEFRA Approved
- SIA Eco Design 2022
- Crystal clear burn
7. Charnwood C Four Blu Eco Wood Stove
Fancy an efficient country style look? The popular and compact Charnwood C Four Blu wood burning stove that is also available with a log storage compartment is the ultimate efficient wood burner available in 8 different colours from Charnwood.
Featuring a large fire display, this classic styled log burner has a wooden handle and cosy lines that really add to the overall cosy cottage vibes. A 4kw wood stove that feels like it is pumping out a lot more.
6. Morso 1412 Squirrel Multi Fuel Eco Stove
This stove has a lot of charm, even tho traditional at heart it has been updated a re-designed to be a very efficient log burner. Traditionl styling features along with a cooking area which is located on the top of the stove, making full use out of the efficient heat from the stove.
5. Stovax County 5
The Stovax County 5 multi-fuel stove is practical and offers high efficient heat through its advanced combustion systems resulting in an Ecodesign Ready stove.
Perfect for country or cottage style homes with its classic traditional look.
4. Stovax Vogue Small Eco Stove
Looking for more of a modern twist that has lots of style and punches out the heat? This Vogue small by Stovax is a very efficient cast iron wood burning stove and will look great in any living room.
This highly efficient stove is one of many in the collection and gives you a flavour of what Stovax are about. View their full range here. DEFRA approved stoves only with Stovax along with elegant and unique designs that function superbly.
An ultra clean burning log burner yet being the smallest in its range. It has an impressive heat output of 5kw which will heat a medium to small sized room.
3. Contura 810 Style Log Burner
The 810 Style wood burner from Contura is a beautiful cast iron stove. With its elegant design and attention to detail, Contura have really produced an amazing and highly efficient log burner.
It has various heat control settings and a storage compartment for your fireside tools and accessories. A large fire display with an efficient draw.
- Black or grey colours
- 5kW Heat Output
- Large fire display
- Cast Iron
- Log Storage Compartment
2. ACR NEO 1F/1C
The NEO 1 range from ACR, which is also available in a wall mounted version, is a contemporary and modern eco stove. It has a large glass window which takes full advantages of the flames and boasts a sleek and clean look that will look great in any contemporary setting.
A true main centrepiece that will efficiently burn. It features a handy ashpan that allows for easy disposal of your wood ash.
A great corner wood burning stove that will sit proud within your living room silently chugging away. Showcasing a sleek and stylish silver handle and rounded le that really adds to the overall look of the fire.
1. Jotul F400 Eco Multi Fuel Stove
A large and very powerful traditional wood stove that has been re-designed to comply with DEFRA regulations so that it can be used within a city such as London and urban environments. This log burner is iconic and looks amazing in country houses and cottages with a traditional setting. This stove really adds to a cosy vibe.
Feel the warm glow all night long with this 5-8kW efficient wood burning stove. Its beautiful patterns that have been embedded into the solid and durable cast iron really make this a statement piece.
It features a large glass fire display that can be changed into a tracery door depending on your preferences. Different colour finishes are also available for this stove such as brown enamel.
Easy to use adjustable heat settings that allow you to control this stunning firebox easily and efficiently.
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